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Carpet Loom
A reconstructed carpet loom from a home on Fairfield Street. Many homes had small looms like these which supported small family businesses.
A Brief History of Maynard by William Gutteridge
The history of Maynard, Massachusetts written at its 50th Anniversary in 1921.
History of Maynard, Massachusetts 1871-1971
This is the current definitive history of the town written for the centennial in 1971.
Maynard Cricket Club
Photograph of the Maynard Cricket Club.
Some of the individuals in this photo are:
Harry Rodway, Alfred Billet, James Rodway, John McInnis, Sandy McCowen, Tom Halliday, Ralph Hill, George Martin, Albert Easthope, Dan Grass, William Conley
Some of the individuals in this photo are:
Harry Rodway, Alfred Billet, James Rodway, John McInnis, Sandy McCowen, Tom Halliday, Ralph Hill, George Martin, Albert Easthope, Dan Grass, William Conley
The Twilight Club at Lake Boon - 1914 or 1916
Photograph taken at Lake Boon in either 1914 or 1916.
Front: Jinx Murray, Louis Sullivan, W. (Mc)Mann, Pat Murphy, Spec White, Jim Tobin
Rear: John Wall (Civil War Veteran), Edw. Ledgard, Sam Lawton, Al Ledgard, Jim Ledgard, Jim Helferty,…
Front: Jinx Murray, Louis Sullivan, W. (Mc)Mann, Pat Murphy, Spec White, Jim Tobin
Rear: John Wall (Civil War Veteran), Edw. Ledgard, Sam Lawton, Al Ledgard, Jim Ledgard, Jim Helferty,…
Film on Maynard in 1921
A 16 mm film taken in 1921 during and after the Fiftieth Anniversary celebration of the founding of the Town of Maynard. 1921 was a big year in Maynard. Mr. Samuel Lerer, member of the Board of Selectmen and prominent businessman had a moving…
School Chair #1
An original chair from the "Brick School" on Summer St. The building is still standing but has undergone changes.
The Town of Stow on March 3, 1766 voted to build three school houses in the outlying districts and there is no doubt that this…
The Town of Stow on March 3, 1766 voted to build three school houses in the outlying districts and there is no doubt that this…
Photographs of Lovell Bus Lines - ca 1950
John Lovell of Woburn Bus Lines came into Maynard on January 19, 1923 with a bus running to South Acton. After permanent franchises were obtained the company began operating from Concord to Hudson. Eventually the line was extended from Arlington…
Souvenir Cream Pitcher
Sold in 1900 in connection with Merchant's Week by Alfred T. Haynes General Merchandise Store (117 Main Street, Maynard). The creamer depicts the Assabet Mfg. Co.
Commemorative Cup and Saucer
In May 1900 the Merchants of Maynard put on a week and held it at the Music Hall. All had a display of their merchandise. Admiral Sampson, hero of Santiago in the Spanish-American War was the principle guest. The cup depicts a school building.
Souvenir Cup
Souvenir used during Merchant's Week in May 1900. The cup was made in Germany for the Alfred T. Haynes Co. It depicts St. Bridgets Church.
Souvenir Mustard Cup with Ladle
The mustard cup was produced for the May 1900 Merchant Week celebration. There is a depiction of St. Bridgets Church on the cup.
Milk Basket and Bottles
United Co-operative Society
United Co-Operative Society wire milk carrier and 10 - 1 quart bottles.
Stereoscope
Most homes had one of these in the early 1900's.
see 2016.540 for an example of the stereographic card that goes with the viewer.
see 2016.540 for an example of the stereographic card that goes with the viewer.
Columbus Day Medal - 1916
This medal was sold in connection with the celebration on October 12, 1916 when a large parade downtown to Rev. John A. Crowe Park was followed by a speaking program and a barbecue. The purpose of the celebration was to raise money for the Soldiers…
Autograph Album - 1884
Mary A. Peters
This autograph album was the property of Miss Mary A. Peters, Maynard, Mass. She was married to Mr. Frank E. Sanderson, September 24 1902. Miss Peters was a great grand-daughter of Amory Maynard.
The Camera Circle
Photograph of "The Camera Circle", a camera club that existed in the 1930s. This shows some of the members of the club. The photograph was taken on Summer Hill during a field trip..
front row: Leslie Rivers, Arvi Stabell, Walter Luoma
middle…
front row: Leslie Rivers, Arvi Stabell, Walter Luoma
middle…