[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 6]
[Senate]
[Page 8523]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             125TH ANNIVERSARY OF VALLEY CITY, NORTH DAKOTA

 Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, I am pleased to recognize a 
community in North Dakota that will be celebrating its 125th 
anniversary. On June 11-15, the residents of Valley City will gather to 
celebrate their community's history and founding.
  Founded by the Northern Pacific Rail Road in 1872, this community 
went through an assortment of names before settling on Valley City. 
After being known as Second Crossing, Fifth Siding, Wahpeton, and 
Worthington, Valley City was chosen to describe this beautiful town 
located in the Sheyenne River Valley.
  Because the community was developed around the winding Sheyenne 
River, its eight historic bridges have become an integral part of 
Valley City's rich history. This ``City of Bridges'' offers many one of 
a kind and original bridge designs, including the Valley City State 
University suspension footbridge and the concrete arched Rainbow 
Bridge.
  Valley City has a lot to offer its residents and visitors alike. With 
its antiques, crafts and collectables Valley City offers a distinctive 
shopping experience. Some of its hidden treasures include a visitor's 
center, the Barnes County Museum, and the Sheyenne River Valley 
National Scenic Byway. The scenic byway stretches 63 picturesque miles 
along the Sheyenne River, following ancient Native American foot paths. 
The area has become a magnet for hunters, fisherman, and outdoor 
enthusiasts of all kinds. It is also the proud hometown of our 
Congressman, Earl Pomeroy.
  Valley City is the ideal location for its residents to grow and 
prosper together. To celebrate its 125th anniversary, the city will 
hold a rubber duck race, a street dance, a craft fair, a parade and 
fireworks.
  Mr. President, I ask the U.S. Senate to join me in congratulating 
Valley City, ND, and its residents on their first 125 years and in 
wishing them well in the future. It is places such as Valley City, 
North Dakota that have helped shape this country into what it is today, 
which is why this fine community is deserving of our recognition.
  Valley City has a proud past and a bright future.

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