[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 60 (Friday, April 13, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E460]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       CELEBRATING THE TOWN OF WILTON'S BICENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 13, 2018

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize the 
Town of Wilton as it celebrates its 200th Anniversary.
  The Town of Wilton was formally created in 1818 from the Town of 
Northumberland, and held its first town meeting in March of 1819 at the 
former Emerson's Tavern. Since then, the people of Wilton have worked 
hard to create a tight-knit community loved by all who live there. 
Wilton has an exciting history and several significant landmarks, 
including Grant Cottage on top of Mount McGregor, where Ulysses S. 
Grant died, and Camp Saratoga, currently part of Wilton Wildlife 
Preserve & Park.
  For the past 200 years, the residents of Wilton have enjoyed life in 
this beautiful area of the North Country. Though there have been many 
changes over the years, the residents of Wilton still cherish the 
historical significance of the town, while also encouraging modern 
growth in the 21st century.
  Congratulations to Wilton, New York, for its 200th Anniversary. I 
would like to wish its residents all the best as they celebrate this 
momentous occasion.

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