[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 5]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 6134]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



           IN HONOR OF THE CITY OF PARMA'S 175TH ANNIVERSARY

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 24, 2001

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the City of 
Parma, Ohio, on its 175th birthday. For almost two hundred years, this 
city has served as a model of social consciousness and diversity.
  Becoming a home to many in the 1820s, the City of Parma quickly 
evolved into an important pioneer territory. Originally having to ward 
off such dangerous beasts as wolves and bears, the people came together 
and formed a vibrant community of settlers. It was this sense of 
community which helped to attract notable figures such as Dr. 
Rockefeller, father of the famed John D. Rockefeller, to move to the 
area. The City grew quickly as more people moved into the bustling 
city. By 1940, 16,000 people were living in the City of Parma.
  During World War II, the City of Parma sent its sons and daughters 
off to defend our nation. When they came home, the City of Parma 
witnessed rapid expansions as many young people chose to build houses 
and start their families in this attractive city. This period of growth 
attracted a diverse group of people to live together. In Parma, people 
of all races, beliefs and religions live together in a respectful and 
honorable environment. By 1970, over 100,000 people were living in this 
wonderful city.
  Today, the City of Parma stands as a testament to good will and 
peace. My fellow colleagues, please stand with me in honoring the City 
of Parma on its 175th birthday.

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