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World War I Medal
A welcome home celebration occurred on July 4th, 1919 for the returning servicemen from WWI. There was a parade, speakers and presentation of the medal to each service man.
Photos of the medal and of a medal made into a keyring.
Photos of the medal and of a medal made into a keyring.
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…
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.
Milk Basket and Bottles
United Co-operative Society
United Co-Operative Society wire milk carrier and 10 - 1 quart bottles.
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.
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.
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 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.
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…
Shaving Mug
This was the property of Charles J. O'Neil, and is inscribed with his name.
Mr. Charles J. O'Neil was one of five men killed in an explosion at the old Powder Mills in Acton; May 2, 1895.
A copy of the Maynard Enterprise-Thursday May…
Mr. Charles J. O'Neil was one of five men killed in an explosion at the old Powder Mills in Acton; May 2, 1895.
A copy of the Maynard Enterprise-Thursday May…
O'Neil Shaving Mug
This was the property of Robert S. O'Neil, and is inscribed with his name.
The usual equipment of a Victorian barber shop was a single green upholstered tonsorial throne, a row of chairs along the wall, perphaps an old leather couch, and cuspidors…
The usual equipment of a Victorian barber shop was a single green upholstered tonsorial throne, a row of chairs along the wall, perphaps an old leather couch, and cuspidors…
Teacher's Hand Bell - 1857
Used in the old "Main Street School"
The old Main Street School was built in 1857 on a lot of 32 rods purchased from Amory Maynard for $208. The Town of Sudbury also voted "that the committee might borrow $300 in addition to the $1000 granted, if necessary to build the school house at…
A Piece Of The First Carpet Manufactured at Knight & Maynard Factory In 1847.
A 22 in. x 35 in. piece of the first material manufactured in the Assabet Mill when if started in 1847. Preserved and handed down through the Maynard family.
This piece of cloth was last owned by William H. Gutteridge. Mr. Gutteridge came to…
This piece of cloth was last owned by William H. Gutteridge. Mr. Gutteridge came to…
Ice Cutting And Handling Tools - J. Leo Comeau
These were the property of J. Leo Comeau, who was the last of the icemen to make deliveries in town. He delivered ice right up to the day he was stricken in May 1965. He used the apron when carrying the ice.
In 1849 when the Marlboro Branch of…
In 1849 when the Marlboro Branch of…
Cigar Maker's Tools
This cigar maker's cutting block was used by George White, with a possible hand-me-down from John Connors and Cornelius J. Lynch, prior owners of the cigar business.
Used by George E. White, who owned and operated a cigar manufacturing shop in the…
Used by George E. White, who owned and operated a cigar manufacturing shop in the…
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…
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…
