[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11475]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO THE CITY OF LEXINGTON

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                            HON. IKE SKELTON

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 7, 2007

  Mr. SKELTON. Madam Speaker, let me take this means to recognize the 
fine accomplishments of my hometown, Lexington, Missouri, and its 
commitment to creating a more beautiful and historic community.
  Last month, Discover Mid-America's Destinations 2007 named Lexington 
first among historic towns, and Rural Missouri picked Lexington as its 
editor's choice for most beautiful town. Discover Mid-America said, 
``Lexington is one of those special Midwestern towns that people return 
to time and again. Lexington has more pre-Civil War homes and buildings 
than any other community regardless of size in the state of Missouri, 
over 120, and numerous quaint and comfortable Bed & Breakfast inns.'' 
In its article, Rural Missouri said, ``You will love the antebellum 
charm of Lexington's historic homes. Don't miss the courthouse with its 
cannonball reminder of the Civil War.''
  Madam Speaker, I am proud to call the city of Lexington home and I 
know the members of the House will join me in congratulating the entire 
community on its prestigious awards.

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