[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 30 (Friday, February 15, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E187]
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  COMMEMORATING THE ONE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TIOGA CHAMBER OF 
                                COMMERCE

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                             HON. TOM REED

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 15, 2019

  Mr. REED. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the one 
hundredth anniversary of the Tioga County Chamber of Commerce.
  On June 4, 1919, citizens of Tioga County joined together and signed 
a charter to create the Owego Chamber of Commerce. The charter stated 
that the purpose of the corporation would be to promote the general 
welfare of Owego and the surrounding communities. Even though their 
name may be different these one hundred years later, their mission 
remains the same.
  The Owego Chamber of Commerce began as a corporation to encourage the 
growth of business in the Greater Owego area through the management of 
real estate. By purchasing properties and then improving those 
properties, the Chamber helped to create environments that welcomed new 
businesses.
  As the times have changed, so has the Chamber. In its early years, it 
overcame the adversity of the Great Depression and worked to help their 
community through economic struggles. During World War II, the Chamber 
assisted with the selling of war bonds to aid in the war effort. Today, 
the Chamber continues a tradition started in 1999 with their annual 
business show. The business show brings new businesses and existing 
businesses together, putting them in contact with each other and the 
general public.
  One hundred years of service to the community is certainly a cause 
for celebration. I congratulate the Tioga County Chamber of Commerce 
for their impressive record of hard work and look forward to many more 
years of them supporting businesses in our communities.
  Given the above, I ask that this Legislative Body pause in its 
deliberations and join me to celebrate the Tioga County Chamber of 
Commerce's one hundred years of service.