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This type of tether was fastened to a leather strap which in turn was fastened to the harness at the rear of the horse's head. When the wagon stopped this tether was usually dropped to the ground and kept the horse from roaming too far away. The…

Two very old horse shoes found in Maynard. Also, an additional four horse shoes are part of the collection.

A riding crop used when horse-back riding. The most common whip used when riding is a crop. Riding crops vary somewhat in length, but they are generally between 24 and 30 inches long. They have a fiberglass or cane rod covered in fabric or…

The automobile came into use shortly after the incorporation of Maynard. A short account of its introduction and growth of the automobile in town life.

Worn by James Allan when he was a professional jockey.

A review of various forms of transportation and how they conveyed residents of Maynard, including walking, horseback, stage-coaches, steam trains, electric trolleys, busses and, finally, the automobile.

A sepia-colored picture of William Bishop, and his grandson, Herbert Bishop. Herbert is riding a workhorse.

Mr. Mahoney ran a barber shop on Main Street for many years. He was a horse fancier and always drove a sporty outfit..

Photograph of a manned horse and buggy taken at the American Powder Mill. (Note shadow of view camera and photographer at bottom.)

Photograph of a man and horse taken at the American Powder Company mills. (Note shadow of photographer and view camera at bottom of frame.)

This type is still used on work horses.