[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 95 (Tuesday, July 8, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1374]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 TRIBUTE TO THE STAFF OF THE IRWIN BANK

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                             HON. RON KLINK

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 8, 1997

  Mr. KLINK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to extend my warmest 
congratulations to 170 people celebrating a 75th birthday--the staff of 
the Irwin Bank & Trust Co. in Pennsylvania.
  Its central strength has been to observe a good rule of thumb for 
politicians: Never forget those you serve. As it has grown, Irwin Bank 
has stayed loyal to its customers and loyal to the community.
  In particular, I heartily commend the bank's commitment to re-invest 
in the area it serves. Playgrounds, libraries, and concerts have been 
funded through its grant program; local people affected by natural 
disasters have been helped by the bank's low-interest community loan 
scheme. Companies have a responsibility to society just as individuals 
do, and Irwin Bank deserves recognition for its exceptional work in 
Pennsylvania.
  Over the past 20 years, I have grown accustomed to the bank's 
friendly neighborhood service. The staff do indeed treat their 
customers as the friends they are. I invite all Members of this House 
to join with me in congratulating Irwin Bank on 75 years of community 
service, and wishing all the staff the best of luck for the future.

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