[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 160 (Tuesday, October 17, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1959]
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        BRIDGEHAMPTON FIRE DEPARTMENT 100TH ANNIVERSARY REMARKS

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                         HON. MICHAEL P. FORBES

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 17, 1995

  Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute and to 
congratulate the men and women of the Bridgehampton Fire Department for 
100 years of dedicated service to the people of Bridgehampton. The 
residents of the Bridgehampton Fire District are very fortunate to have 
such a well-trained and devoted fire department. The Bridgehampton Fire 
Department worked hard to establish itself as one of the best 
departments in New York and has achieved an impeccable record.
  The success of the fire department is a direct result of the selfless 
dedication and effective management displayed by its members. Under the 
leadership of Chairman Clifford Foster, the fire department has 
continued to play an active role in the life of the Bridgehampton 
community. This leadership umbrella extends to the other members of the 
board of fire commissioners: William Babinski, Howell H. Topping, Fred 
Wilford and James McCaffrey, as well as the loyalty and hard work 
exemplified by Chief Officer John O'Brien, First Assistant Robert 
Comfort and Second Assistant Richard Thare. The Bridgehampton Fire 
Department consists of more than 100 professional volunteer 
firefighters, containing no paid employees, offering further evidence 
of their passion and commitment to the community they serve.
  On Saturday, June 17, 1995, the Bridgehampton Fire Department 
celebrated its 100th anniversary with a parade, marking a long proud 
history by recognizing and honoring the efforts of those who have 
sacrificed and served the department and community over the years. 
Therefore Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I ask the rest of 
the House to join me in congratulating this all volunteer fire 
department on achieving this momentous milestone. This is a much-
deserved tribute and I wish them all the best on their day of 
recognition and glory. They give of themselves because of the love and 
pride they share for their community and we applaud their extraordinary 
service and efforts. These courageous individuals have truly earned 
this recognition. May they continue to serve their community for the 
many hundred years to come.

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