[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 31 (Friday, February 14, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E186]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




IN HONOR OF TORRINGTON VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT'S 100 YEARS OF SERVICE

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                            HON. LIZ CHENEY

                               of wyoming

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 14, 2020

  Ms. CHENEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 
Torrington Volunteer Fire Department on celebrating 100 years of 
dedicated service to Torrington and the surrounding community.
  When it was formed on February 14, 1920, the department consisted of 
a horse-drawn cart and a fire bell. In the years that followed, the 
department received modern engines like the 1934 Ford engine that has 
been fully restored and is on display at the firehouse today. Volunteer 
fire companies play a critical role in keeping our communities safe, 
and I extend my thanks to all the volunteers--past and present--who 
have dedicated their time to Torrington. Today represents a milestone 
in the storied history of the department, and I know they will continue 
to serve their community with distinction for the next 100 years as 
well.
  Again, Madam Speaker, I extend my congratulations to the Torrington 
Volunteer Fire Department for 100 years of service.

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