[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 10 (Thursday, January 18, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E60]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF THE KERHONKSON VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY

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                           HON. PATRICK RYAN

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, January 18, 2024

  Mr. RYAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the historic 100-year 
anniversary of the Kerhonkson Volunteer Fire Company.
  On December 26, 1924, the Kerhonkson Fire Company was organized as a 
meeting of 31 men. In a community that needed their men to step up, the 
community worked together to build a fire company that has continuously 
protected Kerhonkson and the surrounding areas. Today, the fire company 
includes 84 men and women among its ranks.
  Over the past 100 years, the Kerhonkson Volunteer Fire Company has 
maintained a strong group of dedicated workers and generations of 
families. Creating such a strong institution is inspiring and I wish 
them success in the next 100 years as they continue protecting their 
neighbors.
  I want to personally thank the men who started this fire company 100 
years ago as well as those who lead this great group of men and women 
today. I thank Fire Chief Steve Stephens and President, Former Chief, 
and Life Member Christopher D. DePew. Their work does not go unnoticed, 
and I wish them great success in the future.

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