[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 81 (Monday, May 23, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E760]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF BOYERTOWN BOROUGH

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                         HON. RYAN A. COSTELLO

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 23, 2016

  Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Boyertown, Berks County as the community commemorates the Borough's 
150th Anniversary.
   Incorporated in 1866, Boyertown takes its name from founding 
brothers Henry and Daniel Boyer--two of the many visionaries during the 
past century and a half who have called Boyertown their home.
   The Boyer brothers were business owners and a robust spirit of 
ingenuity and entrepreneurship has always been part of the Borough's 
rich history. Whether it was mining iron ore, rolling cigars, building 
caskets, assembling carriages, founding a national bank or operating 
small shops and inns, residents always have demonstrated an incredible 
work ethic and exuded extraordinary pride in ``building a better 
Boyertown.''
   As the community pays tribute to the defining moments and key 
figures of the past 150 years, the future of Boyertown is equally worth 
celebrating. The rebirth of the Colebrookdale Railroad, a revitalized 
downtown with unique boutiques and restaurants and a renewed 
appreciation for vibrant historical and cultural attractions, such as 
the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles, are all reasons to believe 
Boyertown's future will be bright.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating the 
residents, business owners and community leaders as Boyertown 
celebrates this memorable milestone.

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