[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 9]
[Senate]
[Pages 12455-12456]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




              100TH ANNIVERSARY OF COLUMBUS, NORTH DAKOTA

 Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, today I wish to recognize a 
community in North Dakota that will be celebrating its 100th 
anniversary. On July 7 to 9, the residents of Columbus will gather to 
celebrate their community's history and founding.
  Columbus is a small but welcoming community located in the northwest 
corner of North Dakota. It was originally founded in 1903 but moved 6 
miles in 1906 to its current location along the Soo Line Railroad. 
Columbus was named for its second postmaster, Columbus Larson, and it 
is thought to be the only place named Columbus in the United States 
that is not named for the famous explorer, Christopher Columbus.
  Today, Columbus is a great place for hunting, fishing, and other 
outdoor activities. Its location near Short Creek Dam adds to the 
beauty of its landscape and attracts all types of visitors, from the 
serious outdoorsmen to recreational golfers. Short Creek Dam is a 
sportsman's dream, with its abundant fish population and quiet 
seclusion. Columbus is also home to the Oilmen's Golf Tournament, which 
draws players from around the area.
  Columbus is a close-knit community that values togetherness and 
cooperation. Community members work together to ensure Columbus remains 
a wonderful place to live and work. The residents of Columbus have many 
wonderful activities planned to celebrate their 100th anniversary, 
including parades, a talent show, open golf, games, a street dance, and 
much more.
  Mr. President, I ask the Senate to join me in congratulating 
Columbus, ND, and its residents on their first 100 years and in wishing 
them well through the next century. By honoring Columbus and all the 
other historic small towns of North Dakota, we keep the great 
pioneering frontier spirit alive for future generations. It is places 
such as Columbus that have helped to shape this country into what it is 
today, which is why this fine community is deserving of our 
recognition.
  Columbus has a proud past and a bright future.

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