[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 65 (Monday, May 20, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E856]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  100TH ANNIVERSARY OF CHMURA'S BAKERY

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                          HON. RICHARD E. NEAL

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 20, 2002

  Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege for me 
today to pay tribute to a landmark in the western Massachusetts 
community as it celebrates its centennial celebration this year.
  Since 1902, Chmura's Bakery has provided the folks in Indian Orchard, 
Ludlow, and a variety of surrounding villages and towns with the 
highest quality, handmade baked goods. Started by John Chmura a century 
ago, the bakery has for years served the community not only as its 
baker of rye bread, danish, and other Polish and Portuguese delicacies, 
but also as a central hub of conversation and community activity.
  In the early days, Chmura's Bakery distinguished itself from others 
with its quality food and by bringing its baked goods directly to the 
community. In fact, Chmura's logo today reflects back to a day gone by, 
as it adorns the horse-drawn delivery carriage that made daily delivery 
runs throughout the surrounding neighborhoods.
  Chmura's bakery continued for years to be run as a family-owned 
business. The Chmuras are known throughout western Massachusetts not 
only as successful business people, but also as dedicated and committed 
public servants. The Chmura family has served in many capacities as 
community leaders.
  In 1988, the Chmuras sold their bakery to a group of owners which 
include Joe Anselmo, the operating owner who for years worked at and 
operated the bakery; Yvette Anselmo, Joe's wife; Fred and Kelley 
Salvador; Antonio and Maria Salvador; Horacio and Linda Salvador; Julio 
and Vera Rodrigues; and Gus and Maria Zina. In 1989, Chmura's II, as it 
is affectionately referred to, opened its doors in Palmer, 
Massachusetts, and it too has been an extremely successful undertaking.
  Mr. Speaker, at this time, I would like to recognize and congratulate 
before the U.S. Congress Chmura's bakery on its 100th anniversary. On 
Wednesday, May 22, at the Gremio Lusitano Club in Ludlow, there will be 
a celebration to mark this momentous occasion. Sadly, I anticipate that 
due to the Washington voting schedule I will be unable to attend this 
event. I extend my congratulations and best wishes to all of the folks 
at Chmura's. As John Chmura's Polish ancestors would say, I wish 
Chmura's Bakery ``Stolat''--or 100 more years of success.

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