[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 113 (Wednesday, July 13, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1110]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      CELEBRATING THE CENTENNIAL OF THE TOWN OF BRASELTON, GEORGIA

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                           HON. DOUG COLLINS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 13, 2016

  Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
100th anniversary of the Town of Braselton, Georgia. Braselton is 
located partially in the Ninth Congressional District, which I proudly 
represent. The town limits straddle four different counties, and 
spreads into adjoining districts represented by my fellow Georgians, 
Mr. Woodall and Mr. Hice.
  The town has a rich history. In 1884, John Oliver Braselton opened a 
general merchandise store and laid the foundation for what would become 
the great town of Braselton.
  Braselton quickly became a prominent economic and geographic center 
in Northeast Georgia and prompted town officials to seek legal 
incorporation on August 21, 1916.
  John Oliver Braselton's three sons expanded the original general 
store to include a bank, a grocery store, and a feed and seed outlet 
all while maintaining its reputation as a social center of town.
  Transformational events paved the way for the growth and prosperity 
of the town, including the creation of a rail spur and state highways, 
the continued development of the Braselton Brothers Store, and Governor 
Ernest Vandiver's decision to route I-85 through the Town. The long 
term investments and vision of town leaders, the strength of small 
businesses, and most importantly the genuine families, all played a 
large role in creating the community that is Braselton today.
  As a sign of its stability and strong family ties, Braselton has 
elected only 5 mayors in its 100 year history: William Henry Braselton, 
Lewis Braselton, Henry Edward Braselton, Pat Graham and Bill Orr.
  The town's first one hundred years will always be remembered, and 
have paved the way for its second century of growth and success. I join 
in saluting Braselton's Centennial Celebration and congratulating its 
citizens on this wonderful occasion.

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