[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 117 (Monday, September 8, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1682-E1683]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                  TRIBUTE TO DURHAM MANUFACTURING CO.

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 8, 1997

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, September 13, 1997, the Durham 
Manufacturing Co. in Durham, CT will be celebrating its 75th 
anniversary. It gives me great pleasure to rise today to congratulate 
Durham Manufacturing on this milestone.
  There have been so many changes in the way companies and corporations 
function in the past several decades. For many Americans, company 
loyalty is a thing of the past and so many workers feel isolated on the 
job. Durham Manufacturing is an example of a small company that has not 
abandoned its workers in pursuit of a more profitable bottom-line. 
Indeed, Durham has managed to stay competitive, and even flourish, all 
while ensuring that employees are treated fairly.
  The history of Durham Manufacturing is the classic manufacturing 
success story of a small company, turning out a quality product and 
creating a niche for itself in the market. Situated in the 
predominantly rural town of Durham, Durham Manufacturing was 
established in 1922. The company specialized in the manufacture of tin 
coated iron cash boxes. Over the years, the company made changes in its 
product line to reflect the needs of the market. The products made at 
Durham Manufacturing expanded and the means of production varied.
  As the needs of the country changed, Durham adapted to meet them. 
During World War II, Durham was the Army's largest supplier of metal 
first aid boxes. After the war, Durham's focus turned toward developing 
proprietary product lines. Today, Durham produces a top quality line of 
first aid boxes, storage cabinets and bins and office products.

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  However notable Durham Manufacturing's products are, what is more 
important is the feeling of family and community fostered by the 
company. Durham is as dedicated to its employees as it is to its 
customers. As a result, several members of families work together at 
Durham and in some cases generations of families have been employed 
there.
  This kind of company loyalty has helped keep Durham successful. As 
everyone gathers to celebrate the 75th anniversary, Durham is a leader 
in the metal packaging industry.
  I am very pleased to congratulate Durham on its 75th anniversary and 
I am hopeful that there will be many more.

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