[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 11] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page 15333] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]HONORING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF UPPER UWCHLAN TOWNSHIP ______ HON. JIM GERLACH of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Wednesday, July 16, 2008 Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a wonderful southeastern Pennsylvania municipality celebrating its 150th anniversary. Upper Uwchlan Township, Chester County, was created in 1858 on a plain between the North Valley Hills and the Nantmeal Hills. Welsh Quakers first settled the rural area in the late 17th century and dubbed the region Uwchlan, which means ``upland'' or ``land above the valley.'' The Township is blessed with natural beauty, including the scenic waterways of Pickering Creek, Black Horse Run and Marsh Creek Lake. The Little Conestoga Road running through the Township is believed to be the oldest road in Pennsylvania between the Delaware and Susquehanna Rivers. Pioneers in America's westward expansion traveled through Upper Uwchlan on the Conestoga Turnpike, which also served as a major business route for getting goods into Philadelphia. The Township is also home to the Eagle Tavern, which has been serving patrons since approximately 1727. Residents, businesses and local officials will mark the Township's 150th anniversary on Saturday, July 19, 2008 with a daylong celebration in the village of Eagle. In doing so, they will celebrate the Township's rich history and outstanding quality of life for residents and businesses. Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me today in congratulating the Township on its historic anniversary. ____________________