Senate Resolution No. 2361

BY: Senator GRIFFO

COMMEMORATING the 130th Anniversary of Morehouse
Appliances of New Hartford, New York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the
achievements of those individuals and businesses that contribute
substantially to the economic vitality of their communities, thereby
enhancing economic well-being of the entire Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commemorate the 130th Anniversary of Morehouse Appliances of New
Hartford, New York, celebrated in-store with exciting giveaways, tasty
refreshments, and engaging demos; and

WHEREAS, Morehouse Appliances was originally founded as H.D.
Morehouse in 1894 in Utica by Henry D. Morehouse; with a great sense of
familial pride and service to the family's community, the store is now
run by Dan Morehouse, the great-grandson of founder, Henry Morehouse;
and

WHEREAS, The first Morehouse made a business of making and selling
horseshoes many decades ago and has adapted to the ever-changing times;
Morehouse Appliances, as we know it today, celebrates 130 years of
innovation; and

WHEREAS, This business consistently has, and continues to offer
stellar customer service, dependability, expansive knowledge, and
offerings of the best quality appliances on the market; and

WHEREAS, A credit to the trust and reliability this accredited
business has created with residents of their community and beyond,
Morehouse Appliances is one of the longest Maytag dealerships in the
entire United States; and

WHEREAS, The success of Morehouse Appliances is in direct
correlation to the efforts of its hardworking and dedicated staff, all
of whom are considered integral parts of the success of the business;
their involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an
impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising
standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the business and
the community it serves; and

WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body
acknowledges this exceptional business, its contributions to the local
and state economies, and its vibrant role in improving the quality of
life in its community, fully confident that it will continue to enjoy
the sparkling successes it has experienced thus far; now, therefore, be
it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 130th Anniversary of Morehouse Appliances of New
Hartford, New York; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Morehouse Appliances.