[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 3] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages 3842-3843] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]A PROCLAMATION HONORING THE 200TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF BARNESVILLE, OHIO ______ HON. ZACHARY T. SPACE of ohio in the house of representatives Tuesday, March 11, 2008 Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker: Whereas, the dedicated people of Barnesville, Ohio celebrate the 200th anniversary of the found of Barnesville, Ohio with great joy; and Whereas, this occasion is a time to look back at the origins of the town and appreciate how much it has grown from its first days as a hunting and trapping community in an infant country; and Whereas, occasions such as these illustrate to us that love mixed with hard work and perseverance will stand the test of time; and [[Page 3843]] Whereas, it is the fond wish of this body that you will continue to present this town as a beacon of light in the representation of America and maintain your stand as a symbol to this generation that our strength lies in your gracious commitment in unity to stand as a model community; now, therefore, be it Resolved, That along with its friends, family, and the residents of the 18th Congressional District, I commend Barnesville for your hard work and perseverance, recognizing that all great communities come from great people. With great appreciation and respect, we recognize the tremendous impact this town has had in Ohio and in the lives of those people you have touched. ____________________