[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 66 (Tuesday, April 24, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E518]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BOYNE DISTRICT LIBRARY

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 24, 2018

  Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, it's my honor to recognize the Boyne 
District Library upon the occasion of its 100th Anniversary. Through 
its trusted service, reliable staff, and community investment, the 
Boyne District Library has become an indispensable part of Northern 
Michigan.
  Opened in April 1918 with a grant from the Carnegie Corporation, the 
private book collection of a Petoskey lawyer, and an incredibly 
determined staff, the library grew into the local institution it is 
today. Over the course of 100 years, the Boyne District Library forged 
its path to success while maintaining its commitment to the community 
it was built upon. Today, the library still stands at its original spot 
on the corner of Park and Main Street in Boyne City.
  To celebrate its 100th Anniversary, the library has issued a 
challenge to patrons of all ages to read 100 books over the course of 
the year. Additionally, it hosted an event in February which included a 
presentation on the history of the Boyne District Library--from the 
original grant application in 1916 to the present. Later this summer, 
the anniversary will continue to be celebrated through events like an 
ice cream social and bookmobile visit. Day after day, the Boyne 
District Library continues to set a positive example of what can be 
achieved when the people of a community work together for the common 
good.
  Mr. Speaker, it's my honor to congratulate the Boyne District Library 
and its staff for 100 years of success, service, and community 
investment. Michiganders can take great pride in knowing the First 
District is home to such dedicated citizens. On behalf of my 
constituents, I wish the Boyne District Library all the best in its 
future endeavors.

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