[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 99 (Wednesday, July 22, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1385]
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                      TRIBUTE TO DALE VANDER BOEGH

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                           HON. JERRY WELLER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 22, 1998

  Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Mr. Dale 
Vander Boegh as he retires from his post as chief of the Manhattan 
Volunteer Fire Department in Manhattan, Illinois. Mr. Vander Boegh's 
outstanding service to his community exceeds 50 years on the volunteer 
fire department, including 30 years as the chief.
  Dale, known as Chubb to his family and friends, has set an example 
through his dedication to his community and neighbors that few of us 
can comprehend. For nearly fifty-two years, Dale made himself available 
at all hours of the day and night to fight a dangerous fire or offer 
help to anyone in need. Remarkably, Dale even kept the fire 
department's emergency telephone in his family's home for many years.
  By all means, there are many families in Manhattan and throughout 
Will County who are eternally thankful for Dale's leadership and heroic 
efforts. One can only imagine the number of lives and properties Dale 
has saved throughout his service.
  Mr. Speaker, it is only right and proper to honor Chief Dale Vander 
Boegh and his family for the remarkable lifetime commitment they have 
made to their community and neighbors. Chief Vander Boegh is a fine 
American and a true hero. I wish he and his wife, Beverly, the best 
life can offer in their retirement.

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