[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 96 (Tuesday, June 13, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1227]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


          CONGRATULATIONS TO THE BRIDGEHAMPTON FIRE DEPARTMENT

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                         HON. MICHAEL P. FORBES

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 13, 1995
  Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 
Bridgehampton Fire Department for 100 years of excellent service to the 
people of the town of Southampton and particularly the people of 
Bridgehampton. The residents of Southampton are very fortunate to have 
such a well trained and dedicated Fire Department. The Bridgehampton 
Fire Department has established itself as one of the best department in 
New York and has achieved an impeccable record.
  If one examines the Bridgehampton Fire Department, it comes as no 
surprise that they have been successfully fighting fires for 100 years. 
With the leadership of Commissioner Howell H. Topping, this fire 
department has played a very active role in the life of the Southampton 
community. Commissioner Topping possesses all of the traits that a town 
could possibly desire in its fire commissioner, such as superb 
leadership and concern for the community and its citizens. The 
Bridgehampton Fire Department consists of more than 100 volunteer 
firefighters and no career firefighters, offering further evidence of 
their dedication and commitment to the community of Southampton.
  On Saturday, June 17, 1995, the Bridgehampton Fire Department will 
celebrate its 100th anniversary, and Mr. Speaker I ask that you and the 
rest of the House join me in congratulating the fire department on 
achieving this momentous feat. This is a much deserved celebration and 
I wish them all the best on their day of glory. These men and women 
truly are the heroes of our day. They give of themselves to the 
community because of the love and pride they all share for their town.
  I hope that each resident of Southampton would, if they are able, to 
express the debt of gratitude that they owe the Bridgehampton Fire 
Department. They have certainly earned it.


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