[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 102 (Wednesday, June 15, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E623]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





 CELEBRATING THE BICENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF THE TOWN OF HOOKSETT, NEW 
                               HAMPSHIRE

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 15, 2022

  Mr. PAPPAS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the bicentennial 
anniversary of the establishment of the Town of Hooksett, New 
Hampshire. First known as ``Chester Woods'' and ``Rowe's Corner'' upon 
its founding in 1822, the name was later changed to Hooksett. This 
town's long and rich history has culminated in the vibrant and caring 
community we see today.
  With a population of just 880, the earliest residents of Hooksett 
lived in the Martin's Ferry Settlement near what is now Southern New 
Hampshire University. From the beautiful Head's Pond Trail to the 
iconic Robie's Country Store, the Town of Hooksett encapsulates the 
best of New Hampshire.
  In 2005, Hooksett was honored as a Preserve America Community, the 
first community in New Hampshire to receive this prestigious 
recognition. Hooksett has been at the forefront of the White House's 
initiative to preserve America's cultural and natural heritage. If the 
past two centuries are any indication of the future, the Town of 
Hooksett will remain a wonderful and important part of New Hampshire 
for generations to come.
  On behalf of my constituents in New Hampshire's First Congressional 
District, I want to congratulate the Town of Hooksett on this 
incredible milestone. I look forward to a continued partnership with 
Hooksett and its residents who I am proud to represent in Congress.

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