LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the J. A.
Barkley Hose Company No. 1 Inc., to be celebrated on November 2, 2013

WHEREAS, Fire departments are an integral part of community protection
services in every locality of our State; and
WHEREAS, Over the past 100 years, the courageous and devoted fire-
fighters of the J. A. Barkley Hose Company No. 1 have valiantly
responded to all types of fire emergencies and have won the praise and
respect of the community which they serve; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to commemorate the 100th Anni-
versary of the J. A. Barkley Hose Company No. 1 Inc., and to honor its
past and present firefighting members for a century of fire protection
to the citizens of Argyle, New York, and its surrounding communities;
and
WHEREAS, To mark this venerable milestone, on Saturday, November 2,
2013, the J. A. Barkley Hose Company will unveil a new monument in front
of its firehouse in honor of its long-standing tradition of sacrifice
and commitment, evidenced by its countless volunteers over time; and
WHEREAS, In January 1913, concerned citizens of the Village of Argyle
met to organize a fire company; within a month the necessary paperwork
was filed, and, in April 1913, its first leaders were elected; officers:
President, J. A. Barkley; Vice-President, Bert V. Mix; Secretary, J. M.
Ross; treasurer, Howard Snyder; directors: H. F. Todd, W. J. Harper, Dr.
H. Lewis; company officers: foreman, G. W. Elliott, Jr.; first assistant
foreman, J. K. Pinchin; second assistant foreman, George West; drillmas-
ter, Edward D. Burch; and steward, William Plumb; and
WHEREAS, The volunteer firefighters of the J. A. Barkley Hose Company
have, in its esteemed history, contended with all manner of fires and
emergencies; fires in houses, barns, and cars; fires caused by accident,
arson, and lightning; fires that were quickly put down, and fires that
fought back; they have responded to calls in other towns as well,
participating in a system of mutual aid that not only ensures adequate
resources for large and difficult fires, but also contributes to the
spirit of cooperation and investment in communal well-being character-
istic of communities across this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, With a membership of dedicated firefighters, the record of
the J. A. Barkley Hose Company in public service and fire protection is
one to be envied; for 24 hours a day, for 365 days a year, for 100
years, whenever the alarm sounded, these noble volunteers left their
homes and went to the aid of their neighbors; and
WHEREAS, The brave firefighters of the J. A. Barkley Hose Company are
prepared to risk their lives every day to help save the lives of others
and to protect homes and property from the destruction caused by fire;
and
WHEREAS, In addition to the skill and devoted service demonstrated by
individual firefighters, the J. A. Barkley Hose Company No. 1 Inc.
reflects the history and development of firefighting over the past 100
years; and
WHEREAS, The J. A. Barkley Hose Company's firefighters today are
trained for many roles, handling a variety of emergency calls, including
car accidents, downed wires, flooded cellars, and hazardous materials;
and
WHEREAS, Amply assisted by the J. A. Barkley Hose Company Auxiliary,
which was established in 1954 by a group of firemen's wives to raise
funds for necessary equipment, supplies, or other material needs, the J.
A. Barkley Hose Company is well-equipped, boasting an attack, an engine,

two engine-tankers, and a rescue truck, as well as a full auto extrica-
tion service; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body cannot express sufficient gratitude to
those devoted individuals who recognize that the preservation of life
and property is a sacred responsibility and who make that responsibility
their own by serving as firefighters; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that we should give
special recognition to those who work so assiduously for the betterment
of their communities, and acknowledge publicly the heroic good works
performed by the volunteer fire departments of this great Empire State,
their officers and auxiliaries; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
proudly commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the J. A. Barkley Hose
Company No. 1 Inc.; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the J. A. Barkley Hose Company No. 1 Inc.