[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 120 (Tuesday, August 10, 2010)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1565] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE TOWN OF UPTON, MAINE ______ HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD of maine in the house of representatives Tuesday, August 10, 2010 Mr. MICHAUD. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Town of Upton, Maine as it celebrates its sesquicentennial on August 21, 2010. Upton was incorporated February 9, 1860, prior to which it was known as Letter B. Plantation. In 1870, the population was 187 people; and in 1880, the population grew to 245 people. The Town of Upton now boasts 64 full-time residents. The citizens of this small town have experienced their fair share of history, both within the State of Maine and the greater United States. During the Civil War, 16 soldiers from the town left to fight for the Union; six did not return. Today, the town continues to attract residents and visitors with its beautiful location and the outdoor recreation in the Umbagog Region. Author Richard E. Pinette described the Upton area as, ``nature's playground with a rich forestland heritage.'' Upton is steeped in the history of logging days and working forests and will honor its traditions on August 21, with an event recognizing Upton's history and celebrating with events such as a horseshoe tournament, skillet throwing contests, a quilt display, a spinning demonstration and a town-wide square dance in the evening. I am pleased to share in the celebration as Upton looks back on 150 years of rich and varied history. Madam Speaker, please join me in wishing all the citizens of Upton, Maine well on this joyous occasion. ____________________