[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 59 (Thursday, April 12, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E443]
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     IN HONOR OF THE TOWNS OF AURORA, HOLLAND AND WALES, NEW YORK 
                       BICENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARIES

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                           HON. CHRIS COLLINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 12, 2018

  Mr. COLLINS of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
Towns of Aurora, Holland and Wales, New York on their bicentennial 
anniversaries.
  The Towns of Aurora, Holland and Wales, New York were founded on 
April l5, 1818, when the Town of Willink, New York was split into three 
different towns. Each of the towns has their own rich history, and I am 
honored to represent them here in Congress.
  The Town of Aurora was home to Millard Fillnore, twenty-seven years 
before he became the 13th President of the United States. Today, 
Millard Fillmore's home is currently a National Historic Landmark in 
Erie County, New York.
  Holland, New York, named after the Holland Land Company, is home to 
the Holland Speedway. Here, families and NASCAR enthusiasts can spend 
an afternoon enjoying the races or racing their own cars for fun.
  Wales, New York, named after the Wales of Britain for its rolling 
hills and green pastures, prides itself on its rural, dairying 
environment and family friendly atmosphere.
  I thank the Towns of Aurora, Holland, and Wales for their commitment 
to preserving 200 years of history, and I congratulate them on their 
Bicentennial Anniversaries.

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