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On the recordFebruary 26, 1997
this year a community in my district, one of the oldest towns in the State of New Jersey, Cranbury Township, celebrates its tercentennial, 300 years since the time that it was founded. Cranbury certainly looks different than it did back in 1697 but its residents have done a remarkable job in maintaining its historic qualities. While it has adapted to changing times, it has held firm to its roots. Cranbury is a model of what many towns strive to be and what many people look for in a community. It is the kind of town that you read about, a place where people say hello on the street and look after each other. Many people probably remember the theme song to the popular television show 'Cheers.' There is a line in the song that epitomizes what it is like to live in Cranbury. It is a place where everybody knows your name. One drive down Main Street is all it takes to take hold of the hearts of the visitors. It reveals distinct beauty and history that makes the town the subject of pride for its residents and an unforgettable memory for visitors. As you walk down the street, you cannot help but get nostalgic. Main Street itself is literally layered deep in American history.
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Chris Pappas
Democratic · New Hampshire

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Celebrating the tercentennial of Cranbury Township, New Jersey.

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