[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 176 (Friday, November 2, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1486-E1487]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      COMMEMORATING 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF LAKEWOOD FIRE DEPARTMENT

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                             HON. TOM REED

                              of new york

                  in the house of representatives

                        Friday, November 2, 2018

  Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the one hundred 
twenty-fifth anniversary of the Lakewood Fire Department.
  In 1893, citizens of Lakewood joined together to form the Lakewood 
Bucket Brigade. Neighbors and friends intent on preserving the safety 
of their community set the foundation for more than a century of 
service to come.
  Dedicated to protecting its citizens, the village of Lakewood was 
covered by not one, but two fire companies for nearly forty years. 
Lakewood Hook and Ladder Co. No. 1, later known as Lakewood Hose Co. 
No. 1, was formed in 1899. Through generous donations from J.W. 
Packard, the Lakewood firefighters received land for a new fire hall 
and 1915 Model T Ford Chemical Fire engine. In 1924, Lakewood's second 
fire company, known as the Lakewood Chemical Co. Inc., was formed. In 
1964 the Lakewood Hose Co. No. 1 and the Lakewood Chemical Co. merged 
to become the present day Lakewood Fire Co. Inc.
  Over the years, the Lakewood Fire Department has grown in size and 
expanded in their capabilities. By adding marine rescue units, heavy 
rescue vehicles, ambulances, and ladder trucks, the Lakewood Fire 
Department has adapted to meet the safety needs of their community. 
Construction and later renovation of a training center has ensured 
Lakewood firefighters are well prepared for the dangers they may face 
in the line of duty.
  One hundred twenty-five years of service to the community is 
certainly a cause for celebration. I congratulate the Lakewood Fire 
Department for their impressive record of hard work and look forward to 
many more years of them keeping our community safe.
  Given the above, I ask that this Legislative Body pause in its 
deliberations and join me to celebrate the Lakewood Fire Department's 
one hundred twenty-five years of service.

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