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Hidden History of Maynard
A collection of essays on some of the more unusual and lest known events in Maynard's history.
Maynard
History and Life Outdoors
A collection of essays from Dave Mark that first appeared in his Beacon-Villager column.
The Dairy Cottage (a historical mystery)
A Maynard Mystery
The Curious Story of The Dairy Cottage
and the Man Who Created It
In the Spring of 1938 a flurry of newspaper articles welcomed a new business to Maynard: The Dairy Cottage, located at 50 Acton Street. It advertised…
The Curious Story of The Dairy Cottage
and the Man Who Created It
In the Spring of 1938 a flurry of newspaper articles welcomed a new business to Maynard: The Dairy Cottage, located at 50 Acton Street. It advertised…
Ed Brennan - 1956
A black and white photo of the Dyson Kring Orchestra on March 12, 1956. Ed Brennan is playing the tuba. The photo was taken in Dover, NH Town Hall. It was in honor of Ronald Reagan, who was host of G.E. Theater on television. Reagan was touring the…
Meet The Maynard Family - 2012
David Mark
Copy of a presentation to the Maynard Historical Society by David Mark about the Maynard Family and related subjects.
Spark Chamber Scanning System 2319
Two black and white photos of the Spark Chamber Scanning System 2319.
Edvin Alberi Family Portrait Postcard
A photo postcard showing the family of Edvin and Iria (Fors) Alberi possibly shortly after Edvin enlisted the the National Guard (16-Jan-1941). In addition to Edvin and Iria, the portrait includes their daughter Anna and son Edwin.
Note: Edvin…
Note: Edvin…
Forty-Eight Star American Flag
This forty-eight (48) star American flag/bunting hung at the former Town House at 143 Main Street - home to the town offices. This building closed in 1962 when the town opened the new Town Building at 195 Main Street. The building was later torn…
Attendees at the Army-Navy "E" Award Presentation - 1943
American Powder Division
see 1999.956 for information on the presentation and award.
l to r
top row: Harold J. Morgan, Rufus F. Burgess, Michael Murray & Fred Jones
l to r
top row: Harold J. Morgan, Rufus F. Burgess, Michael Murray & Fred Jones
Scenes of the Army-Navy "E" Award Presentation - 1943
American Powder Division
see 1999.956 for information on the presentation and award.
Mid-Century Straw Ladies Hat
A black and grosgrain hat popular with women in the 1950s to 1960s. The hat belonged to Mary Mabel Holly (Comeau).
Plan of Marlborough, Mass - 1835
A copy of the Plan of Marlborough, Mass, dated 1835 and developed by William H. Wood. It shows the location of Amory Maynard's sawmill on the brook that is now part of Fort Meadow Lake.
Womans Club Parade Float - July 4, 1916
2nd from left is Marion Gladys Townsend, daughter of Benjamin F. and Louisa Carter Townsend
Albert Batley & Son Florists - 1921
A photo of Mr. Albert Batley & Son Florist Shop wagon. The wagon is decorated for a parade in 1921. Mr. Batley & Son ran a florist and greenhouse business at the corner of Acton and Concord Streets. Mr. Batley was at one time a Representative to the…
Albert Batley & Son Florist
A series of nine old photos of the Batley greenhouse and florist enterprise on Acton Street, Maynard, MA. Mrs. Albert Batley is pictured in one of the photos at work in the greenhouse. Mr. Albert J. Batley, Sr. is pictured seated on his horse-driven…
Polka Mass - Fr. Bilicky & Dick Pillar Orchestra - ca 1974
Polka Mass handout and Polka Mass record album insert of song lyrics.
The first Polka Mass on the East Coast was celebrated by Fr. Louis S. Bilicky of St. Casimir's Church in Maynard, Mass. and The Dick Pillar Orchestra. This Polka Mass was…
The first Polka Mass on the East Coast was celebrated by Fr. Louis S. Bilicky of St. Casimir's Church in Maynard, Mass. and The Dick Pillar Orchestra. This Polka Mass was…
Medal for the Broad Jump
2nd prize won by Edwin Laurila in the broad jump at the first field day run by Frank J. DeMars Post American Legion on July 4, 1919.