[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 133 (Tuesday, September 6, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1176]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           IN RECOGNITION OF THE CITY OF HANFORD, CALIFORNIA

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                         HON. DAVID G. VALADAO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 6, 2016

  Mr. VALADAO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the City of 
Hanford, California and honor the one hundred and twenty fifth 
anniversary of its founding.
  The city's humble beginnings began in 1877 when the Southern Pacific 
Railway began construction of a rail line which passed through what is 
now the City of Hanford. Within a short time, and with the railway's 
support, Hanford grew from a small settlement to a prominent trading 
center in the area. Hanford, California was officially incorporated in 
August of 1891.
  Over the course of the past century, Hanford has seen many changes 
and has faced its fair share of challenges, including fires in 1887 and 
1891 which destroyed most of the downtown area. However, because of the 
determination of its citizens, Hanford would go on to rebuild and 
thrive. Today, the city boasts over fifty thousand residents, a 
revitalized and prospering downtown area, and a vibrant and diverse 
economy.
  As a resident of Hanford, I have seen firsthand the sense of 
community and the willingness to help each other that makes our town a 
wonderful place to live and raise a family. I am proud to call Hanford 
my home.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the United States House of 
Representatives to join me in recognizing the City of Hanford's one 
hundred and twenty fifth Anniversary and to wish the community all the 
best in the future.

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