[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 8]
[House]
[Page 11492]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF BILLINGS, MONTANA

  (Mr. REHBERG asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. REHBERG. Mr. Speaker, today I'm introducing legislation to 
recognize the 125th anniversary of the City of Billings, Montana. First 
discovered by Lewis and Clark on the famous expedition, Billings is now 
the most populous city in the Northern Rocky Mountain Region of the 
United States.
  I know for many U.S. cities, 125 years isn't very long. However, for 
Billings, these years have created a rich history that stretches beyond 
its age.
  Historically, Billings has been the gateway to the Pacific northwest. 
Even its name, which originated with the former president of the 
Northern Pacific Railroad, Frederic Billings, is a description of the 
city's historical role as an important railway link to the northwest.
  Billings has also been home to many notable people. For instance, in 
1907, famous cowboy, author and illustrator, Will James came to 
Billings, where he lived and worked for years. Finally, the city is 
home to the oldest higher education institution in the State of 
Montana, Rocky Mountain College.
  Today the city serves as an example of an all-American city through 
both its flourishing economy and its continued growth. I congratulate 
the city of Billings, Montana, and its years of rich history.

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