[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 23, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E49]
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              HONORING THE CAREER OF RICHARD EDWARDS, SR.

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 23, 2013

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the career and 
accomplishments of a distinguished member of my Western New York 
community, Richard Edwards, Sr.
  Richard has been a lifelong resident of Amherst, New York, where he 
has served for over 50 years as a dedicated and valued member of Main-
Transit Fire Department. During his years at Main-Transit, Richard 
served as the Fire Police Lieutenant and Fire Police Captain.
  Richard and his colleagues are American heroes. Every day they 
courageously place themselves in harm's way to protect the lives and 
properties of others. Their sacrifices are invaluable to our community 
and I thank him for his half-century of service.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to honor 
Richard Edwards, Sr. on his exemplary career.

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