[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 8]
[Senate]
[Page 10815]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                       FOREST RIVER, NORTH DAKOTA

 Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, I am pleased to honor a community 
in North Dakota that will soon celebrate its 125th anniversary. On July 
13, 2012, the residents of Forest River will recognize the community's 
history and founding.
  Named after the river that flows through the area, Forest River was 
established in 1878 as a stop for both the Northern Pacific Railroad 
Company and the Soo Line Railroad. The river's original name was the 
Big Salt River; however, it was later changed to reflect the thick 
growth of trees along the banks of the water.
  Residents of Forest River will celebrate the town's 125th anniversary 
with fun activities, including a parade, an ice cream social, a street 
fair, several street dances, and a museum exhibit chronicling the 
history and heritage of the town and its residents. These activities 
reflect the charm and character of Forest River and the town's strong 
sense of community.
  I ask the Senate to join me in congratulating Forest River, ND, and 
its residents on their 125th anniversary and in wishing them a bright 
future.

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