[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 26 (Monday, February 25, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E182]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         TRIBUTE TO THE SHAW VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY NUMBER ONE

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 25, 2013

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
remarkable volunteer fire department in the Mississippi Delta.
  The Shaw Volunteer Fire Company Number One was established on 
November 15, 1921 with Chas F. Hill as Fire Chief, R. V. Farmer as 
Assistant Chief, and N. L. Chapman as Captain and twenty firemen. 
Recently, the Shaw Volunteer Fire Department became a part of the 
Bolivar County Fire Department and is known as District 5. This has 
increased their service area to surrounding communities and they 
currently serve 4,000 residents.
  Since its establishment, the Shaw Volunteer Fire Department has been 
a great benefit to the citizens of Shaw by saving many lives, 
businesses, and personal property. The fire department has been the 
first responders and rescuers at numerous incidents like automobile, 
school bus, and natural disasters.
  The Shaw Volunteer Fire Department was one of the first departments 
to have female firefighters. Under the direction of its current Fire 
Chief, Timothy Caninco and Captain Bernice Boone and 12 firefighters, 
they have established the Shaw Fire Academy to educate and train youths 
and adults on fire safety. The fire department has received numerous 
outstanding performance certifications and awards.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the City 
of Shaw Volunteer Fire Department for its dedication to serving the 
citizens of Shaw and responding to call for help within the surrounding 
area.

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