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Walter Zancewicz - early 1940's
U. S. Marine
Walter Zancewicz was aboard the first ship, Marine Serpent, that entered Pearl Harbor after the bombing of December 7, 1941. The second photo is the ship.
Waltham Street at the Paper Mill Bridge - ca 1930
The three large tenement buildings were on Main Street built by Amory Maynard. The auto in the foreground is a 1928 Ford Model A. The road on the far side of the bridge changes its name to Acton Street. This bridge was replaced in 2013.
Waltham Street Bridge - 1920
Otherwise known as "Paper Mill Bridge", this bridge was badly damaged by the flood of November , 1927. The south side of the bridge went down at 3 AM. Bridge had to be closed to vehicular traffic. Opened for traffic one way on December 12, 1927.…
Waltham Street Hall - 1922-1932
Maynard, Mass.
Built in 1922 by the Maynard Finnish Workers' Federation. Destroyed by an early morning fire on Saturday April 30, 1932.
War Bond Posters
World War II
A collection of posters sent to Maynard Selective Service or Post Office encouraging the purchasing of bonds to finance the war.
War Memorial
Honoring Maynard citizens who served in the Civil War, Spanish-American War, and World War I. Dedicated in 1925. In 1987 if was dedicated to also honor World War II, Korean, and Vietnam veterans from Maynard. This picture was taken before World War…
War Memorial at Memorial Park
Dedicated on Sunday, November 15, 1925 in honor of the men who gave their lives in World War I. Congressman Edith Nourse Rogers of Lowell was the principal speaker.
War Ration Book Four
Alice I. Warren
Charles Warren
The books contain removable stamps that could be used during World War II to purchase rationed products.
War Ration Book One, Two and Three
World War II
A collection of ration books used throughout the war that allowed the owner to acquire controlled items. Also a vinyl case to store the ration card.
The owners in the collection include: Irja Elizabeth Jokela, Charles Frank Warren, Erlene Johanna…
The owners in the collection include: Irja Elizabeth Jokela, Charles Frank Warren, Erlene Johanna…
War Ration Books and Paperwork - 1944
A collection of ten War Ration Books and paperwork for fuel oil rations for the Salmi family during World War II.
Warner Brand Jamaica Ginger Bottle
A 4 oz. Jamaica Ginger bottle from Gilman's Variety Store, Paper Mill Bridge, Maynard, MA. Jamaica ginger was used quite extensively during the Prohibition Era. Used with other concoctions it can be quite potent.
Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting - 1976
Finance Committee Report for Maynard's Annual Town Meeting on April 26, 1976.
Selectmen: Alfred T. Whitney, Thomas A. Cocco, Richard T. White.
Selectmen: Alfred T. Whitney, Thomas A. Cocco, Richard T. White.
Warranty Deed - 1917
Delia M. Casey to
The Finnish Workingmen's Association "Taisto"
Memorandum of Sale - 1945
Finnish Workingmen's Association "Taisto" to Baikar Association, Inc.
The deed conveys 22 acres of land and a pond near the junction of Puffer Rd. and Old Marlboro Road that was referred to as Voses. The Finnish community used the area for many years for a camp, athletic events, performances and other social…
Warranty Sale Agreement - 1970
The Finnish Workingmen's Association "Taisto" to
Michael C. Lynch
In 1970 "Taisto" sold Parker Street Hall and property. The Hall was built by the Finnish community in 1912. It was used for all types of plays, concerts, gymnastics, weddings and social events.
Wasil Chernak, Burt Gruber, & Tom Duggan - ca 1960's
A black & white photo of Wasil Chernak, Burt Gruber, & Tom Duggan in the Digital Building.
Water Distribution System Map - 1954
Town of Maynard, Mass.
Existing and proposed improvements to the water pipes by the Planning Board.