[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 67 (Monday, April 25, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E399]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CELEBRATING THE TRICENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF THE TOWN OF CHESTER, NEW 
                               HAMPSHIRE

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 25, 2022

  Mr. PAPPAS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
tricentennial anniversary of the establishment of the Town of Chester, 
New Hampshire. First known as the Chestnut County, the name was later 
shortened to Chester after Cheshire County, England, whose county seat 
is Chester.
  Based in one of the thirteen original colonies, Chester is one of the 
oldest towns in America and its history is tied to that of the entire 
nation. Throughout the post-Revolutionary and the Civil War eras, 
Chester supplied housing and goods for many fellow New Englanders and 
Americans. Beyond its cultural impact, Chester has also given the State 
of New Hampshire three governors, three senators, a chief justice of 
the State Supreme Court, and so much more.
  Chester reached its population low of just over 650 residents during 
the early 20th century, but over the past 100 years, that number has 
grown to more than 5,000 residents. This quick growth is a testament to 
the charm and character of Chester, and I am confident that this town 
will continue to prosper for generations to come.
  On behalf of my constituents in New Hampshire's First Congressional 
District, I want to congratulate the Town of Chester on this incredible 
milestone. I look forward to a continued partnership with Chester and 
its residents who I am proud to represent in Congress.

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