[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 53 (Thursday, March 24, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E290]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE 120TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PECARD LEATHER CARE COMPANY

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 24, 2022

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the 
Pecard Leather Care Company as they celebrate their 120th anniversary.
  The company came from humble beginnings when Phil Pecard, resident of 
Lena, WI, began to experiment with formulas to protect, restore, and 
seal leather goods in 1902. Mr. Pecard's mission was to provide the 
lumbermen of Wisconsin with the resources they needed to protect their 
expensive leather boots in the cold and wet environment that was the 
north woods.
  The business continued to grow and shortly after World War Two, Mr. 
Pecard constructed a small factory in the Green Bay area and later sold 
his business to a local businessman, Arthur Wadzinski. Over the next 20 
years, the business continued to grow as original formulas were refined 
and legally patented. The company was formally incorporated in 1964 and 
a new manufacturing plant was built in 1975 to accommodate their rapid 
growth and overwhelming success. I commend the Pecard Leather Care 
Company for its service and dedication to the craft.
  120 years later, it is more than fitting to take time to recognize 
the company's pledge in continuing the authentic craftsmanship and 
high-quality traditions that began with Mr. Pecard. A small idea that 
began in Lena, WI, has grown to serve customers worldwide for over a 
century. I applaud the Pecard Leather Care Company for its exceptional 
work, continued growth, and success for the past 120 years.
  I invite all Members of this body to join me in celebrating the 120th 
anniversary of Pecard Leather Care Company. I extend my sincerest 
congratulations to the Pecard Leather team on this remarkable milestone 
and wish them success for many more years to follow.

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