[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 97 (Friday, June 20, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1039]
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     RECOGNIZING THE CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA

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                          HON. REID J. RIBBLE

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 20, 2014

  Mr. RIBBLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 100th 
anniversary of the City of Niagara. Founded in 1914, this community is 
located at the northern part of my district and has been referred to as 
a ``City of Scenic Beauty''. The name itself means ``thundering 
waters''. Smalley Falls and Piers Gorge are two highly visited places 
near the city. The beautiful Menominee River serves as a border between 
this city in my district and the State of Michigan. This part of the 
8th District is a wonderful destination for travelers looking to get 
outdoors.
   This community also takes great pride in some residents that have 
represented the City of Niagara well through their professional 
accomplishments. Anna DeForge, an alumnus of the Niagara High School 
basketball program, became the first resident to not only play for the 
WNBA but also played on the 2004 WNBA All Star Team.
   Retired Major General Michael J. McCarthy, another Niagara native, 
served his country with distinction in the United States Air Force and 
completed his service to our country by working at the Pentagon. Major 
General McCarthy has been recognized with the Distinguished Flying 
Cross, the Vietnam Service Medal as well as Vietnam Gallantry Cross, 
and Kuwait Liberation Medal, just to name a few.
   The City of Niagara is planning to commemorate their centennial from 
June 25-29th with a giant carnival, live music, children's activities 
and a grand parade that will include the University of Wisconsin 
Marching Band. Again, I congratulate the City of Niagara for achieving 
this milestone, and wish the city and its residents all the best in the 
next 100 years!

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