[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 57 (Tuesday, May 1, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E678-E679]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                   TRIBUTE TO RICHMOND BAKING COMPANY

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                            HON. MIKE PENCE

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 1, 2001

  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Biscuit & Cracker 
Manufacturer's Association. This leading cookie and cracker baking 
industry association is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this week.
  The B&CMA's ``Biscuit Boy'' trademark is emblematic of the past 100 
years of baking. It evokes memories of the nostalgic cracker barrels of 
1901 and reminds us that its products still taste great in 2001. Every 
father knows the value of a well-placed cookie during important 
negotiations with his four-year-old.
  The B&CMA has led the charge for rigorous and rapid growth throughout 
the century. Regional bakeries sprouted up all over the country. One 
that is especially important to me is our own Richmond Baking Company 
in East Central Indiana. It has been a leading manufacturer and 
employer for many Hoosiers in my district.
  Richmond Baking ideally reflects the benefits of membership in the 
B&CMA. It has a working relationship with the community, offers 
delicious products and enhances our local economy. Richmond Baking is a 
good corporate citizen and their membership in the B&CMA is a part of 
that legacy.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in congratulating the 
B&CMA on a century

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of outstanding service to the cookie and cracker industry. May the 
association continue to thrive and produce products that will delight 
families for years to come.

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