[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 9]
[Senate]
[Pages 11952-11953]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               125TH ANNIVERSARY OF LAKOTA, NORTH DAKOTA

 Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, I wish to recognize a community in 
North Dakota that will be celebrating its 125th anniversary. During 
this year's July 4th celebration, the residents of Lakota will gather 
to celebrate their community's history and founding.

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  In 1882, Lakota, a Great Northern Railroad site, was founded. Lakota 
was named by Gov. Nehemiah G. Ordway for the Sioux word meaning 
``allies.'' Lakota's post office was established in 1883, and it was 
designated as the county seat in 1883. Lakota officially became a city 
in 1889.
  Today, Lakota remains a small, proud farming community. Lakota 
residents enjoy many outdoor activities, from hunting to fishing in 
nearby Devils and Stump Lakes. Many residents take pride in the local 
golf course, Lakota Rock Creek Golf Course, saying that it is the 
``best course around.'' The community is home to the A. M. Tofthagen 
Library and Museum, which was recognized in 1991 as a North Dakota 
historical site by the National Register of Historic Places.
  To celebrate the 125th anniversary, the residents of Lakota will 
gather for a wide range of events. An All School Reunion will be held 
during the same weekend of the anniversary celebration. Lakota will 
also celebrate with a variety show, banquet, craft show, parade, BBQ, a 
dance, car and motorcycle show, and lots of activities for the kids.
  I ask the Senate to join me in congratulating Lakota, ND, and its 
residents on their first 125 years and wishing them well in the future. 
By honoring Lakota 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 Lakota that have helped to shape this 
country into what it is today, which is why this fine community is 
deserving of our recognition.
  Lakota has a proud past and a bright future.

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