[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 4 (Tuesday, January 21, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E105]
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               HONORING PIKESVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY

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                        HON. BENJAMIN L. CARDIN

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 21, 1997

  Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Pikesville 
Volunteer Fire Company on its 100th anniversary.
  It all began on February 4, 1897 when a group of local citizens met 
for the first time to discuss the need for organized fire protection, 
they met at the Odd Fellow's Hall. During this meeting, the group 
nominated several names for the fire company, The Pikesville Volunteer 
Fire Company won the election by an overwhelming margin of 23 to 6. The 
following year, a fire hall was built and a community wide dedication 
celebrated its opening.
  Known as the company of first, the Pikesville Volunteer Fire Company 
is a leader in volunteer fire protection. Its members are made up of 
both civilian and military personnel. In fact, each year, a memorial 
service honors members of the Fire Company who served their country as 
well as their community.
  Today, their membership roll is over 150 (a third of whom are active 
service) which provides enough manpower to keep the Pikesville 
Volunteer Fire Company responsive to the thousands of calls each year 
from the community.
  I hope my colleagues will join me in extending congratulations to the 
Pikesville Volunteer Fire Company in celebrating its 100-year history 
in Baltimore County, and in thanking these volunteers for contributing 
to the growth and safety of the Pikesville community.

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