[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 136 (Friday, October 4, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1441]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            GREENE COUNTY COURTHOUSE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

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                            HON. BILLY LONG

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 4, 2013

  Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 100th 
anniversary of the Historic Greene County Courthouse in Springfield, 
Missouri. The centennial will be celebrated on October 26, 2013.
  The Greene County Courthouse was the fourth courthouse built for 
county use. It was moved to the geographical center of the city in 
order to unite the cities of what had been North Springfield and 
Springfield. After many political and financial battles, construction 
began in 1909.
  The Historic Greene County Courthouse has proved important to 
economic growth, development, and prosperity for the city of 
Springfield and Greene County. The courthouse was a key part of the 
county's history and will be celebrated with displays, demonstrations, 
stories of numerous trials, as well as recognizing the elected 
officials who served in this grand building over the past 100 years.
  On a personal note, the Greene County Courthouse is very special to 
my family and me. My Great Grandfather, Judge Benjamin Jacob Diemer, 
was the presiding judge of the county court and helped lead the drive 
for the new courthouse. He was a key figure in getting the courthouse 
built on its current location.
  I am proud to honor the Greene County Courthouse's Centennial 
Anniversary.

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