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Odd Fellows Block on Nason Street - ca 1900
The Odd Fellows Building was built in the late 1890's for Julius Loewe who had a pharmacy in one part of the store. There was also a jeweler and a men's clothing store. On the second floor was a hall where several of the local organizations held…
"CIGAR MAKERS" - ca 1910
Cornelius Lynch owned a cigar company and Spec White was one of the cigar makers.
Back to Front: Cornelius Lynch, Spec White, ___?
Back to Front: Cornelius Lynch, Spec White, ___?
"Smoke Nason" Cigar Box
The end panel has "Captor" displayed, a brand manufactured by George E. White.
see 1999.4
see 1999.4
Centennial Monograph: Cigar Makers of Maynard
"Home Market Club", "Forester Guide", "Rosebud", "Middlesex" and the "Captor" are just a few names of cigars manufactured in Maynard through the late 1920's.
Cigar Box "Smoke Johnson's Assabet"
J. W. Connor
John W. Connors in 1900 was making cigars in his factory at Loew's Block, Nason St. He made the "J. W. C." and "Forester" and the "Home Market Club". Cornelius J. Lynch bought out Connors in 1910 , expanded the business and moved to the Masonic…
Cigar Box "The Leader"
C. R. Irwin
Mfr., Maynard, Mass.
see1999.4 and 1999.2470 for an account of cigars in Maynard.
Cigar Box "White's Middlesex Cigar"
George E. "Speck" White manufactured cigars in his shop in the basement of the Masonic Block. see 1999.4 for more info
Cigar Maker Trimmer
A trimmer used to cut cigars from 3 to 6 inches. The trimmer was used by George E. White, who owned and operated a cigar manufacturing shop in the basement of the Masonic Block, Main St., from 1916 to 1922. His brands included "Middlesex" -10…
Cigar Smokin' Gals - early 1900's
The two women are standing on a bridge enjoying a smoke. It's possible that this is a photo taken later of two women dressed in period costumes.
Cigar Store - ca 1910
This store was possibly located in back of the Nason Street shops. The cigar boxes in the window read: Sailors Pride Tobacco, Standard Navy and Horse Shoe.
l to r:
Front: Henry Tobin, ___?, Cornelius Lynch, Mike Maley
Back: __?,___?
l to r:
Front: Henry Tobin, ___?, Cornelius Lynch, Mike Maley
Back: __?,___?
M. Blatt, Cigar and Confectionery Shop - ca 1915
The store was located at what is now 6-8 Main Street. Maurice Blatt was also a Junk Dealer.
Middlesex Cigar Bowling Team 1917-1918
l to r
Front: George (Speck) White, George Lynch (Joe Tucker?)
Back: Cornelius Lynch, Jim Farrell, Ed Billet, Hugh Miller
Cornelius J. Lynch owner of the Middlesex Cigar Mfg. Company was the manager of the bowling team. "Speck" White was…
Front: George (Speck) White, George Lynch (Joe Tucker?)
Back: Cornelius Lynch, Jim Farrell, Ed Billet, Hugh Miller
Cornelius J. Lynch owner of the Middlesex Cigar Mfg. Company was the manager of the bowling team. "Speck" White was…
Smoke Shop in the Masonic Block - 1919
The Maynard Smoke Shop was located in the Masonic Building at 100 Main St. and was run by the Sheridan brothers (Frank and Joseph). It was a popular meeting place for the men, young and old. This group was gathered on Labor Day in 1919.
The ads in…
The ads in…
The Maynard Smoke Shop - 1911
Cornelius Lynch, a former state representative, purchased the business of a Mr. Connors in 1907 and in 1910 moved to the Masonic building. The shop became one of the most popular places in town. At the time of the photo it was owned by Tim and…
Vintage Capital Lighter
A brass table lighter, base is missing. The lighter was found in 1966 at the site of the Puffer Homestead on Puffer Road, now part of the Assabet Wildlife Sanctuary.
