[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 109 (Thursday, June 22, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E605]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      HONORING NORTHERN CENTRAL RAILWAY ON THEIR 10TH ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. LLOYD SMUCKER

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 22, 2023

  Mr. SMUCKER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Northern 
Central Railway of York, in New Freedom, PA and congratulate them on 
their 10th anniversary.
  The Northern Central Railway seeks to educate the public on the 
historic nature of Pennsylvania's railways. The organization was 
originally titled ``Steam Into History'' but changed after the program 
decided to add diesel equipment to their exhibits. Friends Bill Simpson 
and Reed Anderson created the program as a way to bring their community 
together and share their love of trains. Through the help of generous 
local support, they were able to bring their dream to life.
  Over the last 10 years, the Northern Central Railway has hosted more 
than 144,000 visitors from forty-eight states and fifteen countries. 
Exhibits include a Civil War-era steam locomotive, themed train rides, 
and ``visits'' from historical figures. I am proud to represent a 
district which includes non-profit organizations such as Northern 
Central Railway, who work hard to educate our community on 
Pennsylvania's rich history. While Bill and Reed have sadly passed 
away, their legacy lives on through the continued success of Northern 
Central Railway. I wish the Railway nothing but continued success.

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