[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 143 (Wednesday, September 21, 2016)]
[House]
[Page H5724]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       COMMEMORATING 100TH BIRTHDAY OF EASTERN STATES EXPOSITION

  (Mr. NEAL asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. NEAL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 100th 
anniversary of the Eastern States Exposition held annually in West 
Springfield, Massachusetts. Founded in 1916, the Eastern States 
Exposition, more affectionately known as ``The Big E,'' for a century 
has been a showcase for what all six New England States have to offer. 
Starting last Friday and running for a total of 17 days, this 
celebration will play host to hundreds of agricultural and livestock 
displays, thousands of food and craft vendors, and will welcome over 1 
million visitors through its duration.
  Mr. Speaker, there is no denying that The Big E is woven into the 
culture of western Massachusetts. Furthermore, it is a driving force 
behind the regional tourism economy.
  I wish to congratulate Eastern States Chairman Donald Chase, 
President Eugene Cassidy, and the many staff and volunteers on the work 
done in preparation for this centennial celebration. May this year 
stand as a testament to the next 100 years. Congratulations from the 
United States of America.

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