[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 44 (Tuesday, March 13, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E298-E299]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CELEBRATING THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE INCORPORATION OF CARBON COUNTY

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                           HON. LOU BARLETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 13, 2018

  Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, it is a great honor for me to join the 
residents of Carbon County, Pennsylvania in celebrating the county's 
175th anniversary of its incorporation.
  The last 175 years have proven transformative for the county, 
demonstrating its vitality and strong sense of community. Located in 
the northeastern comer of the state, approximately 90 miles west of New 
York City and 90 miles northeast of Philadelphia, Carbon County covers 
over 500 square miles and is known for its scenic mountains and rivers. 
It truly carved out its place in the Commonwealth's history when it 
became the home of the first railroad in America built on a large 
scale, called the Switchback. Construction of the Switchback railroad 
helped bring a thriving coal industry to Pennsylvania, which in turn 
brought businesses, schools, and a growing population to the region.
  While the Switchback railroad was retired in the 1920s, Carbon County 
still attracts thousands of visitors each year due to its attractive 
rural landscape that is rich in heritage and history. With the northern 
and eastern portions of the county being part of the Pocono Mountain 
region, and over two thirds of the county being State Game Land and 
State Park Land, there is no shortage of families and businesses 
attracted to Carbon County's quality of life. I am truly honored to 
represent this county in Pennsylvania and take great pride in its 
history, success, and sense of community.

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  Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing the 175th anniversary of 
the incorporation of Carbon County.

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