Fallin Notes Centennial On House Floor
Congresswoman Mary Fallin spoke today on the House floor about the Oklahoma Centennial, noting that the state's 100th birthday occurs tomorrow, and U. S. Senators Tom Coburn and Jim Inhofe noted the event in the Senate.
Fallin recounted Oklahoma's history and praised the people of Oklahoma for their strong character and accomplishments.
"Tomorrow, the state of Oklahoma will celebrate its centennial anniversary,” Fallin said. "Today, I come to you on the House floor to commemorate and honor our state's rich history. Most of all, I am here to honor the people of Oklahoma, our greatest strength, whose hard work and pioneer spirit have written a truly unique chapter in American history.” The two senators announced the passage of their resolution (S.Res.377) honoring the centennial.
Oklahoma became the 46th state on November 16, 1907. A legislative ceremonial special session is being held this afternoon in Guthrie, the state's first capital. A parade is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. tomorrow in Guthrie and a concert will be held tomorrow night in Oklahoma City.
"Oklahoma has always been defined by the adventurous nature of the men and women who settled there; and although we are a young state, our legacy is significant,” Fallin said. "Oklahoma has gone from Indian Territory to land runs to a state on the cutting edge of American agriculture and energy production. Each portion of our history has left a unique imprint on the culture of our state and the nation.
"Today, 100 years after Oklahoma achieved statehood, we have much to offer: a tremendous quality of life, a work ethic second to none and a pioneer spirit that is just as much alive as it was a century ago,” Fallin said.
Fallin recounted Oklahoma's history and praised the people of Oklahoma for their strong character and accomplishments.
"Tomorrow, the state of Oklahoma will celebrate its centennial anniversary,” Fallin said. "Today, I come to you on the House floor to commemorate and honor our state's rich history. Most of all, I am here to honor the people of Oklahoma, our greatest strength, whose hard work and pioneer spirit have written a truly unique chapter in American history.” The two senators announced the passage of their resolution (S.Res.377) honoring the centennial.
Oklahoma became the 46th state on November 16, 1907. A legislative ceremonial special session is being held this afternoon in Guthrie, the state's first capital. A parade is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. tomorrow in Guthrie and a concert will be held tomorrow night in Oklahoma City.
"Oklahoma has always been defined by the adventurous nature of the men and women who settled there; and although we are a young state, our legacy is significant,” Fallin said. "Oklahoma has gone from Indian Territory to land runs to a state on the cutting edge of American agriculture and energy production. Each portion of our history has left a unique imprint on the culture of our state and the nation.
"Today, 100 years after Oklahoma achieved statehood, we have much to offer: a tremendous quality of life, a work ethic second to none and a pioneer spirit that is just as much alive as it was a century ago,” Fallin said.
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