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Signed on June 02 at 4:29 PM
Name :	Mike Wisko
Rank / Title :	Battalion Chief
Website :	http://
Location :
Comments :	Harry I lost your email address. Would you please send it to meThanksMike Wisko

Signed on April 30 at 4:12 PM
Name :	Diannen Gallets
Rank / Title :	Township Administrator
Website :	http://wtmorris.org
Location :	Long Valley, NJ
Comments :	Harry - I do not have your e-mail address. I found out the information on the fire truck that we are looking for specifications on. If you could either e-mail me or call me, I can give you the details.

Signed on April 09 at 10:57 AM
Name :	John Lucas
Rank / Title :	Editor
Website :	http://www.fireeducator.com
Location :	Illinois
Comments :	Dr. Carter, I have always found your commentary and insight to be very thought provoking. Thank you for being an inspiration to all of us and for what you continue to give back to the firefighting community.

Signed on March 06 at 4:53 AM
Name :	Tom Hannan
Rank / Title :	lieutenant
Website :	http://
Location :	Rutgers University
Comments :	Interesting to finally get to read something "about" you--I have read a lot written by you--now I know the man. I was first a Volunteer in Point Pleasant Beach Co. 2 from 1964 to 68. I was in the Air Force from 68 to 72 and served on fire depts in local towns ---Fort Walton Beach Florida,and Fairfield California --as a diversion from my military duty. I came back to New Brunswick in 1973 and immediately went on the NBFD but with the layoffs I went to the Rutgers University Fire department---been there ever since. You probably remember the controversy when our chief sold the trucks and now 125 men and women respond in various SUVs and pick up trucks. Thank God we don’t have fires. I still volunteer at Community Station 25 in Somerset---I still like my favorite--TRUCK work. At 60 years old it keeps me healthy and active--we work a 4 on and 4 off schedule. I still do summers in Point Pleasant Beach, will probably move there permanently when I retire. It was nice to finally meet you--I have read your works and enjoyed learning what I did from you.

Signed on February 23 at 8:26 PM
Name :	Dr. Davd E. Chance Ph.D.
Rank / Title :	Fire Chief
Website :	http://
Location :	Laurel, Mississippi
Comments :	Harry,As I just told you on the phone, thanks for being THE VOICE FOR THE FIRE SERVICE. You have the courage and the ***** to stand up for what you know is right . Should anyone reading this ever have a problem , simply do as I have done for so many years, look for your answer in one of Harry’s many books. If you will ask the question, what would Harry do, you will always find THE BEST ANSWER. Thanks again for being a great friend and brother.David

Signed on February 15 at 11:53 PM
Name :	Steve Thuney
Rank / Title :	Fire Chief
Website :	http://www.carrollfire.net
Location :	Carroll Fire Protection District, Urbana, Illinois
Comments :	I have enjoyed learning from your commentary’s over the past years. Thanks!

Signed on November 07 at 5:02 PM
Name :	Roger Morris
Rank / Title :	Fire Inspector
Website :	http://www.monarchfpd.org
Location :	Chesterfield, Missouri
Comments :	Chief: This Saturday, 11/10, 28 years ago; I should have died in the line of duty. Luckily then I had the good sense, to NOT BE WEARING THE GEAR THAT WAS ISSUED TO ME. I was wearing bunker pants& boots that I had purchased myself. Heavy leather works gloves (ANG) issue. I was wering my SCOTT air tank& mask, helmet & coat. The fire backdrafted and I got injured. 20% 3rd degree burns on my upper body; evne though I WAS WEARING ALL MY PROTECTIVE GEAR. yOUR ARTICLE WAS EXCELLENT AND RIGHT ON THE MONEY If you get issued gear wear all of it. The one time you don’t is when it will happen. Take care Chief. You are the best.

Signed on August 16 at 11:36 PM
Name :	Bud Thames
Rank / Title :	Battalion Chief
Website :	http://www.mpfd.com
Location :	Mount Pleasant, SC
Comments :	Dr. Carter,I want to applaud your comments and opinions on booster lines as well as the tradition bound baffoons in the fire service today. The recent tragedy in Charleston is a prime example of the consequences of the "tradition unimpeded by progress" syndrome. Instead of thermal injuries and smoke inhalation on those nine death certificates, the cause of death should be listed as TRADITION.Thanks for all you do!

Signed on July 28 at 11:16 PM
Name :	Michael Fanale
Rank / Title :	training capt.
Website :	http://
Location :	Bahama N.C.
Comments :	chief,thanks for the very informitive class at firehouse expo. i got your book on leadership but you had gone home and now it will have to wait till next year for your signature...stay safe

Signed on July 16 at 9:41 PM
Name :	Randy Steinkopf
Rank / Title :	Captain/PIO/Fundraising Chairman
Website :	http://www.bernardsvillefire.org
Location :	Bernardsville, NJ
Comments :	Harry, I enjoyed your article on mentoring.We like many other depts. are facing staffing challenges and I’m looking for positive ideas to entice new members.

Signed on July 03 at 1:32 PM
Name :	Everett Pierce
Rank / Title :	Retired Chief
Website :	http://
Location :	Fitchburg, MA
Comments :	Read you recent article in Firehouse and emjoyed your honesty. Recently came across a definition of humility; "humility is not thinking any less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less". I too continue to try to practice this.

Signed on June 04 at 11:08 PM
Name :	DAVID RUDITSKY
Rank / Title :	CAPTAIN
Website :	http://
Location :	ROBERTSVILLE FD, MARLBORO TWP. NJ DISTRICT #2
Comments :	Your articles are very insightful as I also am currently going for my Ph.D. in the field. My town is not to far away from yours, hopefully i’ll run into you soon.

Signed on May 21 at 3:35 PM
Name :	Chris Gibbons
Rank / Title :	Assistant Chief
Website :	http://www.bismarckfire.org
Location :	Bismarck Missouri
Comments :	Thanks for your insite.

Signed on May 09 at 4:02 AM
Name :	bill batton
Rank / Title :	lieutenant
Website :	http://
Location :	belle vernon pa
Comments :	Dear chief want would we have to do to hold one of your programs at my firstation. if possible email me back when you can. thank you LT. batton

Signed on April 30 at 11:53 PM
Name :	Tim Gilsrud
Rank / Title :	Captain
Website :	http://
Location :	Coon Rapids, Minnesota
Comments :	Dr. Harry, Thanks for coming to Minnesota on Monday. I was in both morning and afternoon session. We are glad you could share your experience and knowledge. Passing down what you know to us is a priceless item that can only be shared in a live lecture. Have a safe trip home! Tim G

Signed on April 29 at 11:15 AM
Name :	Eddie Carnahan
Rank / Title :	Fire Fighter
Website :	http://www.local3008.org
Location :	Ann Arbor, MI
Comments :	Loved your recent article in Firehouse(03/07). The story from Chief Markgraf was priceless.

Signed on April 18 at 1:06 PM
Name :	Jeffrey Phipps
Rank / Title :	Safety Officer
Website :	http://
Location :	Charleston AFB SC
Comments :	Dr. Carter,Your insight has been a great tool for my current position as Safety Officer. While I have promoted myself out of all of the fun jobs I find your words and lessons helpful. Thank you. My prayers and good wishes go out to you.JP

Signed on April 03 at 8:53 PM
Name :	Scott Canaday
Rank / Title :	LT
Website :	http://www.fishers.in.us
Location :	Fishers Fire Department
Comments :	Hello Chief, I look forward to your comments and commentary you send to Chief White and yes he is my Bat Chief! Keep up the good work!

Signed on February 27 at 1:21 PM
Name :	Rolf J. Peterson
Rank / Title :	Battalion Chief
Website :	http://
Location :	Hastings, MN
Comments :	Harry, it has been several years. I remember chatting with you on becoming a new Lieutenant maybe 5 years ago. Many of the things we talked about have pushed me to work hard and to lead from the front. Thank your people often for their efforts. Thank you Harry!! Let’s chat soon

Signed on January 25 at 2:13 PM
Name :	John Beland
Rank / Title :	Deputy Fire Chief
Website :	http://www.gilfordnh.org
Location :	Gilford, New Hampshire
Comments :	I look forward to reading everything you write. Your latest "Why Did he Die", bears truth to the fact we still have a long way to go in training safety. Never we can believe that everyone is aware of standards and practices. This fact is proven by firefighter injuries and deaths from the same root causes over and over again during training excersizes. I believe in live training in acquired structures. In my opinion there is no better training. However to do this type of training is a huge responsibility, requires a thorough knowledge of 1403 and referenced standards, and the willingness to do a lot of prep work. If you are not willing to do the work DO NOT do the drill, you will get someone hurt or killed, and you will probably legislate a ban against "live acquired structure training" nation wide. I am looking forward to your visit to the NH Fire Academy in March.DC Beland

Signed on January 23 at 12:52 AM
Name :	Ralph Decker
Rank / Title :	Historian/Photographer for Tacoma F.D.
Website :	http://
Location :	Tacoma, Washington
Comments :	I am a charter subscriber to Firehouse Magazine. I have read all of your articles and find them interesting and informative. By reading your articles, I discovered that you and I have a lot in common. I am past president of the Circus Fans Assoc. of America, a member of the Circus Model Builders and Circus Historical Society. I have about 2 dozen records (78 & 33) of circus music - mostly Merle Evans.I am a member of Joseph Warren Masonic Lodge No. 235 in Tacoma. I am the secretary of the lodge - for 19 years.I have asked some friends that live in New Jersey if they know you. Ira Cohen says he does.Thanks again for writing great articles on how to treat your personnel.Ralph

Signed on January 16 at 9:53 AM
Name :	Dee Corson
Rank / Title :	District Traffic Operations Engineer
Website :	http://www.timetaskforce.com
Location :	Atlanta, Georgia
Comments :	Thanks so much Dr. Carter for your kindness and permission to link to the very nice ResponderSafety.com website. Hopefully our linking together and with others will help provide a web of safety for First Responders (Fire is almost always first on-scene!). Thanks for all of your help.

Signed on January 09 at 5:28 PM
Name :	roger Morris
Rank / Title :	Fire Inspector
Website :	http://
Location :	Chesterfield, Missouri
Comments :	Doc: Picture of you with the stogie is a classic. Really truly enjoyed your Christmas article. Thanks for reminding all of us who we are and why we exist, and who the real higher authority is. Keep it up.

Signed on December 21 at 9:24 AM
Name :	John W. Bernstein
Rank / Title :	Mech.3 Houston Fire Dept.
Website :	http://
Location :	Houston,Texas
Comments :	Hi Suctionskull,great site you have.I guess I will be the first guest to sign in but when you’re a class 1 fireman you can always be first.No mention of any of your experiences in Memphis in your site. Do you remember the fire in W.Memphis,Ark.?I guess you just forgot about me!By the way"whence came you".......Call me sometime so we can catch up.(713)937-8223Fraternally,JohnHave a Merry Christmas and may the Lords blessing shine upon you and yours.

Signed on December 14 at 8:06 PM
Name :	A K Rosenhan
Rank / Title :	flunky
Website :	http://
Location :	Mississippi
Comments :	Harry, remind me your email as I have a photo to send you.

Signed on December 14 at 2:46 PM
Name :	Kevin Cain
Rank / Title :	Fire chief Goose Lake, Iowa
Website :	http://
Location :
Comments :	Thank you Dr. Carter for your visit to our fire station in July 2006. It was truely an honor to have the opportunity to visit with you. I wish you all the best and I look forward to reading your latest book. Sincerely Chief Kevin Cain

Signed on December 04 at 2:24 PM
Name :	Kent Smead
Rank / Title :	Training Captain
Website :	http://
Location :	Vernon, Texas
Comments :	I throughly enjoy your commentary.

Signed on November 30 at 2:12 PM
Name :	Christopher Buchanan
Rank / Title :	Captain
Website :	http://
Location :	Wilkes-Barre City Bureau of Fire, W-B, PA
Comments :	Had the pleasure of speaking with you on a number of occasions in the past specifically regarding Act 47 in the State of PA. The trials and tribulations of the fire service in the Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, and Hazleton areas of NEPA have been nothing short of a challenge for us career folk trying to survive the constant budget and staffing cuts with an increased work load. May I be the first to sign the guest book and to thank you for and wish you well in spreading the word of the fire service today. I’m always on the lookout for credible information that I can take and put to use in our small corner of the world. Take care and much success with the new web site.

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