[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 70 (Friday, May 8, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E664]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       RECOGNIZING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF BARRINGTON, ILLINOIS

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 8, 2015

  Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 150th 
anniversary of the incorporation of Barrington, Illinois.
  From its early origins, Barrington has been a model for other cities 
and towns to follow, through its continued dedication to building a 
friendly and welcoming community for residents and visitors alike. It 
is no surprise that the village motto is, ``A great place to live, work 
and play''.
  In the years since its first mayor, Homer Wilmarth, and its 
incorporation in 1865, Barrington has become a center of culture and 
commerce, serving as a home to families, businesses, professionals, 
churches and organizations that have made this a vibrant and thriving 
community. What once started as a small railroad community now boasts a 
population of over 10,000 people. Over the years, Barrington has 
developed a well-deserved reputation as a village with hometown charm 
and small-town heritage.
  On the occasion of this 150th Anniversary, we join together to 
celebrate Barrington's legacy of growth and prosperity and to look 
ahead to the opportunities facing this great city and our nation. Today 
both marks 150 years of working together to build a brighter future, 
and reminds us that our work continues.
  Mr. Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues, please join me in 
recognizing the 150th anniversary of the incorporation of Barrington, 
Illinois and wishing her residents a very successful year ahead.

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