100th Anniversary of Spangler Dum Dums

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Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, this past Saturday, I joined the community of Bryan, Ohio, and people from across our region to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Spangler Candy Company's famous Dum Dums.

These lollipops and Spangler itself are true Williams County institutions that have made northwest Ohio proud for generations.

It was great to see so many friendly faces, both young and old, including local officials, community members, families, children, and members of the namesake Spangler family themselves.

Dum Dums are so synonymous with Bryan, Ohio, their town water tower is made to look like a bundle of these famous suckers.

I don't miss an opportunity to share these homegrown gems. Earlier this month, I brought a bunch of lollipops to each of my colleagues on the House Appropriations Committee to keep them sweet and kind.

I invite all my colleagues to stop by my office to grab a Dum Dum or come out to Bryan to tour Spangler's magnificent facility.

Cheers to many more years of these sweet treats and delightful people of all ages across the globe. Onward, Dum Dums. Onward, Spangler. Onward, Bryan, Ohio. We are so proud of you.

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