[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24422]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF NIELSEN BUILDERS

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                           HON. BOB GOODLATTE

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 20, 2008

  Mr. GOODLATTE. Madam Speaker, it was 100 years ago in 1908 that 
Joseph Nielsen and his successors began their work complimenting 
Virginia's majestic landscape with quality buildings in which to 
worship, learn, complete commerce and live.
  The history of Nielsen Construction represents the very fabric of 
America. Mr. Joseph Nielsen immigrated to the United States at the 
beginning of the twentieth century; a time of tremendous growth and 
innovation. That young immigrant dedicated himself to hard work and 
perseverance. The qualities identified as uniquely American in the 
golden age of industry and expansion and his vision brought him to the 
growing, but still largely rural, western part of Virginia.
  The next phase of Nielsen's success came through the acquisition of 
the existing W.M. Bucher & Son, a prominent builder in the Shenandoah 
Valley. This intertwined the futures of a young immigrant and his dream 
and the growth and development of the Shenandoah Valley.
  Today, Nielsen Builders represents the best of American industry. It 
represents the highest quality in design and build construction. It 
provides the structure and security to thousands of church goers, 
students, businesses and families through its homes, churches, schools 
and businesses.
  I wish Nielsen Builders success as it embarks on opening its second 
century of business and continuing the legacy of commitment, excellence 
and tradition.
  I extend a hearty congratulations to the management and employees of 
Nielsen Builders of Harrisonburg, Virginia as they celebrate this 
tremendous milestone.

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