[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 103 (Thursday, July 25, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1385]
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IN RECOGNITION OF CHIEF COMMANDER ARTHUR FARR AND THE CITY OF MANITOWOC

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                            HON. MARK GREEN

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 25, 2002

  Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, today before this House I 
recognize and honor Past Chief Commander Arthur Farr of the United 
States Power Squadrons, as well as the city of Manitowoc, a Wisconsin 
community that has fought to preserve the causes of freedom and 
democracy through its superior ship building enterprise.
  When the drums of war sound, and our Nation is obliged to heed the 
calls of the oppressed and threatened, the citizens of the United 
States dutifully step up--as exemplified by the people of Manitowoc and 
Past Chief Commander Farr.
  Commander Farr served as a naval submarine officer aboard the 
distinguished USS Guitarro throughout World War II. During his service, 
Commander Farr helped see the Guitarro safely through five treacherous 
war patrols in the Pacific, a tenure that yielded four battle stars and 
the Navy Unit Commendation. The achievements of Commander Farr and the 
Guitarro are truly deserving of our highest recognition and most 
earnest thanks.
  To equip our forces with the vessels essential for victory during 
World War II, the citizens of Manitowoc and its neighboring communities 
rallied to fill posts in the shipyard, often at incredible sacrifice. 
Farmers milked their cows by day and welded submarines by night. It was 
the tireless efforts of these citizens that fueled the production of 
superior vessels, like the Guitarro, and ensured naval success and 
eventual victory for the allies.
  The dedication and often unrecognized contributions of Americans like 
Past Chief Commander Farr and the citizens of Manitowoc are a true 
testament to the strength and excellence of this great Nation.

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