[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 132 (Friday, August 2, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1030]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   COMMEMORATING THE SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF THE VILLAGE OF 
                           BRIGHTON, ILLINOIS

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                           HON. RODNEY DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 2, 2019

  Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I rise today to 
commemorate the sesquicentennial celebration of the founding of the 
Village of Brighton, Illinois.
  In 1826, Brighton's first settlers came to the area and built a 
cabin, with the first post office opening up nine years later. One 
hundred and fifty years ago, in 1869, the Village of Brighton was 
incorporated.
  Today, Brighton boasts a population of more than 2,300 residents and 
spans both Macoupin and Jersey Counties.
  I am proud to represent Brighton and the many people who make it a 
wonderful place to live.
  Congratulations to Mayor Roberts and the people of Brighton on 
celebrating 150 years.

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