[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 177 (Thursday, December 8, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1652]
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         COMMEMORATING FRANK ABDNOUR, OWNER OF THE SPOTTED COW

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                           HON. DARIN LaHOOD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 8, 2016

  Mr. LaHOOD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize Frank Abdnour of 
Peoria, Illinois on his retirement as owner of The Spotted Cow, an 
iconic restaurant in my hometown.
  Mr. Abdnour first opened the Spotted Cow in the early 1980's as an 
ice cream push-cart on the Bradley University campus. During this time, 
Frank became a fixture of campus life and a favorite of students in 
need of a frozen treat in between classes. In 1987, fueled by the 
American entrepreneurial spirit, Frank successfully opened a brick-and-
mortar ice cream store in Peoria Heights. Nineteen years later, Frank 
pursued his dream of turning the Spotted Cow into a full service 
restaurant at the corner of Sheridan and Glen, where it has become an 
institution in the Peoria community, serving the most delicious food 
and of course, ice cream.
  The Spotted Cow is a landmark throughout Central Illinois, known for 
its Italian beef, burgers, salads, and, most importantly, ice cream. 
Frank's famous, one of a kind ice cream is made in-store with flavors 
that can only be found at the Spotted Cow.
  I extend my sincere congratulations to Frank on a successful career 
as a Peoria icon, and I look forward to seeing his legacy carry on as 
The Spotted Cow continues to serve as a cornerstone of Peoria culture 
for years to come.

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