[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12308]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE INCORPORATION OF ADDISON, 
                                ILLINOIS

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 29, 2010

  Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 125th 
anniversary of the incorporation of Addison, Illinois, in the heart of 
my Congressional District.
  In 1883, the Village of Addison was settled by Hezekiah Dunklee and 
Mason Smith. In 1884, Addison was incorporated, and Henry Buchholz 
became its first Mayor. The election had a modest turnout, with only 28 
votes being cast.
  In the years since its humble founding, Addison has become a center 
of culture and commerce, serving as a home to businesses, 
professionals, churches and organizations that have made this a vibrant 
and thriving community. Over the years, Addison has developed a well-
deserved reputation as an enjoyable place to live, work and raise a 
family.
  On the occasion of this 125th anniversary, we join together to 
celebrate Addison's legacy of growth and prosperity, and to look ahead 
to the opportunities the future holds for our local community and our 
Nation. Today both marks 125 years of working together to build a 
brighter future, and reminds us that our work continues.
  Madam Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues, please join me on this 
special occasion in offering well wishes and happiness to Addison 
Village President Larry Hartwig, the Village Board of Trustees and all 
the citizens of Addison.

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