[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 103 (Tuesday, July 12, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1296]
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                      HONORING THE TOWN OF EXETER

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                        HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD

                                of maine

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 12, 2011

  Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the families who 
petitioned the General Court in Boston on February 16, 1811, to 
incorporate the town of Exeter in the state of Maine. On July 23, 2011, 
Exeter officially celebrates its bicentennial.
  At the time of the 1810 Census, Exeter was home to 140 people 
comprising 40 different families. Working together to settle and clear 
the land, a thriving community was established. In only the second 
official town meeting, the community voted to raise $200 for the 
purpose of building schools. The town went on to become famous for its 
apple orchards and its saw and grist mills, as well as the Exeter Fair, 
which occurred every September from 1867 to 1950, drawing families from 
all over New England.
  Today, the people of Exeter celebrate the bicentennial of their town 
filled with the same local spirit and sense of common purpose that 
filled the founding 40 families as they petitioned to have their 
community recognized. These individuals embody the hardworking people 
of Maine who throughout our history have embraced the challenges and 
opportunities of living in our state.
  It is an honor and a privilege to represent the people of Exeter, and 
I am pleased to have the opportunity to help this community celebrate 
its 200th anniversary.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in wishing all the citizens of Exeter 
well on this joyous occasion.

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