[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 161 (Monday, October 2, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H4948]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING MIFFLINBURG HOSE COMPANY NO. 1 ON 125 YEARS OF SERVICE

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the Mifflinburg Hose Company No. 1 for their 125 years of service. Over 
the weekend, the community gathered to celebrate this monumental 
anniversary.
  The fire company was established in 1898 with 40 members. David L. 
Grover was the first president and H.O. Bower was the first fire chief.
  For generations, these firefighters have protected the community and 
provided essential services. Since its founding in 1898 with 40 
members, the company has grown to 125 members and 75 active 
firefighters.
  The Mifflinburg Hose Company's coverage area includes parts of the 
Bald Eagle State Forest, Raymond B. Winter State Park and numerous 
other smaller State parks and natural areas, and parts of the 
Appalachian Mountains. This is some of the roughest terrain in the Mid-
Atlantic area. The department responds to structure fires, silo fires, 
vehicle accidents, farm accidents, search and rescue, wildfires, and 
more.
  As a former volunteer firefighter, I know firsthand the value that 
they play in our community. I thank all the members of the Mifflinburg 
Hose Company No. 1 for their service and congratulations on this 
significant achievement.

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