[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 72 (Thursday, May 3, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E944]
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              TRIBUTE TO THE LACKAWANNA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

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                       HON. CHRISTOPHER P. CARNEY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 3, 2007

  Mr. CARNEY of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the Lackawanna Historical Society and their commitment to celebrating 
the coal-mining heritage of Pennsylvania.
  The Lackawanna Historical Society is proud to be partners with the 
Olyphant Coal Miners Association in a visionary project to celebrate 
the heritage of coal miners in Pennsylvania. On Father's Day, June 17, 
2007, they will unveil a monument to honor the mid-valley miners who 
worked to fuel the world's energy supply in Olyphant collieries.
  These dedicated individuals worked to supply anthracite coal and 
energy to others. In doing so, some lost their lives. It is fitting 
that we remember their sacrifice, and this monument is a just and 
proper way to do so.
  The monument will feature a bronze statue with a stainless steel 
pick, crafted by local sculptor Frank ``Wyso'' Wysochansky. The 
monument will be placed in Olyphant. This is an appropriate place to 
honor all miners from the Mid-Valley due to its central location. This 
memorial will remind everyone of the dedication and sacrifice of the 
coal miners of Mid-Valley, Pennsylvania.
  In closing, Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in 
recognizing the Lackawanna Historical Society and the Olyphant Coal 
Miners Association, and all the citizens of Pennsylvania who lost their 
lives helping to fuel the world's energy supply.

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