Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today as a lifelong resident of Howard, Pennsylvania, to honor its bicentennial. Howard, albeit a small community of almost 700, has an extensive history dating back to its settlers in the late 1700s. It was officially formed by the Centre County Court in 1810 and named after English philanthropist John Howard. Howard features several historical structures, such as its post office built in 1828, a Methodist church dating back to 1843, and houses from 1810. In the 1820s, Howard experienced growth due to industrial interests, as companies such as the Howard Iron Works attracted settlers. The first store in Howard opened in 1829, and the town was also known for its Woolrich factory during the last century. I recently participated in the celebratory parade, which was followed by evening fireworks. The sense of community is great in Howard. Seeing residents come out and celebrating our history truly is wonderful. Our small size fosters a rare connection among the residents, store owners, and all government levels, and we are proud of this friendship. I hope to see Howard continue to prosper through another 200 years. It's a great town and a welcoming place to live. Congratulations to Howard and its citizens on its 200th anniversary. ____________________”