[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 177 (Thursday, October 26, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H5154]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




ACKNOWLEDGING 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF NITTANY VALLEY VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY

  (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 
acknowledge the remarkable history of the Nittany Valley Volunteer Fire 
Company located in Clinton County. Their story is one of courage, 
dedication, and community spirit.
  Their story begins in 1948 as a group led by Jim Wolfe made history 
by bidding $300.01 to purchase a retired 1916 Ahrens Fox Pumper from 
the Citizens Hose Company in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. Over the years, 
they acquired essential equipment, including a tank truck with a 
mounted pump and a 1952 International truck.
  Their commitment to the community has never wavered, and they are 
always ready to respond to emergencies. The volunteer firefighter 
department has evolved over time. Today, residents only have one number 
to call, but in the beginning, calls were directed to the Mabus home, 
which was directly next to the fire station.
  The Nittany Valley Volunteer Fire Company stands as a testament to 
the unwavering dedication of its members, past and present, to 
safeguarding their community. Their history is one of resilience and 
community support.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank the Nittany Valley Volunteer Fire Company, upon 
their 75th anniversary, for their enduring commitment to the safety and 
well-being of our community.

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