IN HCR0040

Celebrates the 200th anniversary of New Albany, Indiana, founded in 1813 by Joel, Abner, and Nathaniel Scribner

Recognizes New Albany's historical significance as Indiana's largest city by 1850 and a major shipbuilding center

Acknowledges the city's role in the Underground Railroad during the Civil War and its recovery from the 1937 Ohio River flood

Congratulates New Albany residents on the bicentennial and wishes continued prosperity

Directs the Principal Clerk to transmit a copy of the resolution to Dave Barksdale, Floyd County historian