[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 154 (Friday, October 14, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1881]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF DICK'S 5 & 10 OF BRANSON, MISSOURI

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                            HON. BILLY LONG

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 14, 2011

  Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor one of the 7th District 
of Missouri's most valuable landmarks, Dick's 5 & 10, located in 
Branson, Missouri.
  This summer they celebrated their 50th year of business, or as they 
say, of fun.
  Ever since Dick Hartley started the store fifty years ago, Dick's 5 & 
10 has been an important part of the Branson community. And for those 
who are not from the Ozarks, Dick's 5 & 10 is a must see for all 
visitors to Branson--I know it is for my family every time we're in the 
area.
  Whether it's toys, games, gifts, souvenirs, novelties, or nostalgia; 
whether customers are 5 years old or 105 years old; whether customers 
know what they want or are just looking; at Dick's 5 & 10 there is 
something for everyone.
  But more than the items on their shelves, the friendly smiles of the 
staff and the outstanding service is what keeps customers coming back 
for more.
  The family that runs Dick's, the Hartley family, has been active in 
the Branson Community since Dick's first opened its doors in 1961. The 
Hartleys have been involved in many organizations, including the 
Downtown Branson Mainstreet Association, the Kiwanis Club, other civic 
organizations, and are very active in Branson politics.
  Son Steve and daughter Melissa, along with Melissa's husband Dave 
Montgomery, continue the family tradition of helping guide the Downtown 
Merchants Association, as well as making sure that all of the customers 
at Dick's have that special experience of a true American tradition.
  Dick's 5 & 10 is an important part of the Branson community and I 
know we can look forward to 50 more years of success, fun, and the 
community involvement that Dick's 5 & 10 is known for.

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