[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 151 (Friday, October 5, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2077]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING ENGINE CO. 112 OF THE CHICAGO FIRE DEPARTMENT AND 100 YEARS OF 
                      DEDICATED COMMUNITY SERVICE

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                           HON. RAHM EMANUEL

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 4, 2007

  Mr. EMANUEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
distinguished service and history of Engine Company No. 112 of the 
Chicago Fire Department. October marks Engine Co. 112's 100th 
anniversary. Over the past century, the men and women of Engine Company 
No. 112 have selflessly served their community.
  The local firehouse is an important, traditional and valuable 
resource in the neighborhood. The members of Engine Company No. 112 
strive for perfection in service of their community.
  Engine Company No. 112 serves my neighborhood and I have had the 
opportunity to spend time there on a number of occasions; these men and 
women personify honor, courage, and the virtues of the Maltese Cross.
  On October 31, 1907, Engine Company No. 112 was organized under the 
direction of its first captain, Henry C. Schroeder. Over the years, the 
firehouse evolved and expanded. Today, under the direction of Captain 
John M. Byrne, Engine Company No. 112 includes: Tower Ladder 21, 
Ambulance 80, the Field Officers of 452, and Communications Van 272.
  Engine Company No. 112 has endured the tragic loss of three of its 
own in service to the community. William Butler, William Huerta and 
Lawrence Kelly all made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and 
in service to Engine Company No. 112.
  Engine Company No. 112's 100th anniversary celebration will occur 
October 6, 2007 at Company Quarters, 3801 North Damen. This will be a 
wonderful event memorializing this important anniversary.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the North Side of Chicago and Fifth 
Congressional District community, I wish to recognize the past and 
current firefighters of Engine Company No. 112 for their dedication and 
commitment to service. Moreover I wish all the best for the future 
firefighters of Engine Company 112 and their families.

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