RECOGNIZING ST. MARYS

On 2026-09-24, Representative Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA-1) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING ST. MARYS" in the House.

RECOGNIZING ST. MARYS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E978-E979] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING ST. MARYS ______ HON. EARL L. ``BUDDY'' CARTER of georgia in the house of representatives Thursday, September 24, 2026 Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize St. Marys, Georgia, for being named the prettiest town in Georgia by Architectural Digest. St. Marys, a great representation of Georgia in this contest, is in the most southeastern corner of the State. [[Page E979]] The town is proudly known for serving as the gateway city to Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest barrier island and home to famous architecture consisting of the Dungeness Ruins and the Greyfield Inn mansion. St. Marys is recognized for its beautiful downtown oak-lined streets draped in Spanish moss, 19th century churches, and grand historic homes showcasing classic southern design. Some of the notable architecture in the community consist of Orange Hall, an 1830 Greek Revival Mansion and the first Presbyterian Church, which houses a bell cast by Paul Revere's foundry. It is a great honor to represent the town of St. Marys, and I could not be prouder of the rich history this place holds. ____________________