[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 159 (Wednesday, October 4, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1324]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HAZELWOOD CEMETERY

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                            HON. BILLY LONG

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 4, 2017

  Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 150th 
anniversary of the Hazelwood Cemetery, which is located in Springfield, 
Missouri.
  The Hazelwood Cemetery was officially dedicated on October 26, 1867, 
and was originally located several miles outside of city limits. 
However, despite the original location outside of the city, over the 
years Springfield has grown around the Hazelwood Cemetery.
  On the 14th of October this year, the Hazelwood Cemetery will 
celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary. 150 years of both history 
and service to the Springfield community will be celebrated on this 
day. The Hazelwood Cemetery honors John Polk Campbell, the founder of 
Springfield, John T. Woodruff, the visionary of Route 66 and many other 
notable members of the local Springfield community.
  On behalf of Missouri's 7th Congressional District, I ask my 
colleagues to join me in recognizing the significant role the Hazelwood 
Cemetery has played in honoring the lives of the Springfield community.

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