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Download official Senate Record PDFReturn to issue contextMr. MARSHALL. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the 150th anniversary of the city of Pittsburg, KS, a remarkable milestone that coincides with the 250th birthday of the United States of America.
railroad line connecting Joplin, MO, to Girard, KS. It quickly became a bustling industrial hub for coal mining, brick and tile manufacturing, and zinc smelting. Pittsburg continued to grow as its population increased, drawing people from around the country and across the world.
industries that have shaped its identity. The Pittsburg & Midway Coal Company, established in 1885, is among the Nation's oldest continually running coal companies. Meanwhile, Pittsburg State University, founded in 1903, continues to educate Kansans and prepare them for success.
downtown Pittsburg is adorned with “150” and “250” banners, marking its important role in the great American story. To commemorate the occasion, the local community has organized a series of events to bring residents together and celebrate Pittsburg's legacy.
local leaders who preserve Pittsburg's past while building a stronger future. As Pittsburg celebrates its sesquicentennial, I invite all Americans to visit and experience its rich history firsthand.
on its 150th anniversary and in celebrating Pittsburg alongside America's 250th birthday.