[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8631]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




           CONGRATULATING THE TOWN OF MILLBURY, MASSACHUSETTS

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                         HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 11, 2013

  Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ask that the House of 
Representatives join me in congratulating the town of Millbury, 
Massachusetts on their 200th anniversary. Millbury has grown 
tremendously since its inception in 1813 as a small New England Mill 
town, from which their name and seal are derived. To celebrate their 
200th anniversary, the people of Millbury have come together over the 
past year by facilitating community events to honor this historic day.
  Millbury's rich history can be traced back to the 18th century when 
John Singletary built the oldest continuously running mill in the 
United States. The power of the Blackstone River provided the energy to 
run the mill and helped propel Millbury into the Industrial Revolution 
as a leading textile producer.
  Millbury's significance is further punctuated as the historic summer 
home of President William Howard Tafts' childhood, continuing this 
summer tradition into and after his Presidency. On one of his many 
trips to Millbury, he celebrated alongside their residents as they rung 
in their first 100 years.
  The bicentennial celebration kicked off last June with a performance 
by the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra. Continuing with tradition, 
Millbury recently celebrated the Period Ball. Millbury is also looking 
forward to the town parade this weekend. Similar town parades were held 
at the celebrations of Millbury's 100th, 150th, and 175th 
anniversaries. The celebration will culminate with Millbury's largest 
parade which features bands, antique cars, floats, and a fireworks 
display.
  I would also like to recognize and thank the Millbury Bicentennial 
Committee, and the many volunteers for the hard work and dedication 
that they have devoted into the planning of this momentous event.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to again congratulate the town of Millbury 
on their 200th anniversary. May this great American town continue to 
celebrate its rich history for years to come. I ask the House of 
Representatives join me in celebrating the history of Millbury on this 
very special occasion.

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