[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 166 (Wednesday, October 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E954]
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CELEBRATING THE ANNUAL SCARECROW FESTIVITIES OF THE CHESTER HISTORICAL 
                                SOCIETY

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 11, 2023

  Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today in recognition of 
the Chester Historical Society's annual scarecrow celebration in 
Chester, New Hampshire. Each year, as the weather cools and the leaves 
fall, hundreds of new faces appear in the town of Chester as residents 
decorate scarecrows in support of the Chester Historical Society. These 
stylized scarecrows represent everything from pop culture icons to 
historical figures and local heroes, but together they tell the story 
of a small town celebrating community and a beloved tradition.
  From scarecrows depicting Paul Revere on horseback to a Star Trek-
inspired Taylor Swift, each scarecrow is a unique expression of the 
creativity of Chester residents. For 14 years, this celebration has 
served as an opportunity for residents to showcase their artistic 
skills with money raised from the sale of scarecrow kits supporting the 
efforts by the Historical Society to promote the history of the town 
and continuous education about local culture. Along Routes 102 and 121, 
hundreds of scarecrows line the street demonstrating that the Chester 
Historical Society succeeds in spreading history and happiness across 
town.
  On behalf of my constituents in New Hampshire's First Congressional 
District, I want to congratulate the Chester Historical Society for 
preserving this cherished tradition and to commend them on the work 
they have done to educate town residents on local culture. I look 
forward to a continued partnership with the town of Chester, and I 
cannot wait to see the creativity displayed in this year's crop of 
scarecrows.

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