[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24116]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING WHITEMARSH TOWNSHIP

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                         HON. JOSEPH M. HOEFFEL

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 18, 2004

  Mr. HOEFFEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the residents 
of Whitemarsh Township, in southeastern Pennsylvania, on the occasion 
of their tricentennial celebration.
  The people of Whitemarsh Township, founded in 1704, are celebrating 
its 300th birthday with a series of events that illustrate the theme 
``Our living past . . . Our growing future.'' These events, including 
Revolutionary War reenactments, talks about the township's history, and 
a black tie gala, are bringing the community together and educating 
citizens about its rich heritage of steady growth and historical 
significance. As a part of this celebration, the Township is also 
taking the opportunity to honor distinguished citizens who have worked 
toward the betterment of the community.
  From its inception, Whitemarsh Township has been a strong and tight-
knit community. The Township has been involved not only in local 
history; events of national importance have occurred within Whitemarsh 
Township as well, including Revolutionary War encampments and 
skirmishes. This rich history has endowed the people of Whitemarsh 
Township with great pride; Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Fitz Dixon deserve 
commendations for their stewardship of Erdenheim Farm and community 
philanthropy, along with countless other citizens who remain devoted to 
carrying on the longstanding history and community of Whitemarsh 
Township.
  It is my pleasure to join the residents of Whitemarsh Township in 
honoring their tricentennial.

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