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Ledgers with the roster of Maynard Firemen from 1890-1955.

1) 1890-1947 Ledger is for Roll Call Members.
2) 1947-1955 Ledger is for Members of the Ladder Co.

The photos are of the ledger book cover with Maynard Fire Department official stamp…

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A form for reporting specific aspects of a fire event in Maynard, 1919.

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A collection of photos of the 100th Anniversary of the Maynard Fire Department. It was celebrated with a parade of local and regional fire trucks and a fair with activities for families. This event was held on Sunday, September 23, 1990.

Photo of…

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A color photo of members of the Maynard Fire Department. They are:

Front Row:
Ben Salvatore, John Paul, Father Louis Bilicky, Bob Loomer, Tony Arcieri, Ed Mariani.

Back Row:
Sean Murphy, Dick Gross, Joe Landry, Toby Tyler, Joe Kulevich,…

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A black and white photo of Maynard Fire Fighter, Ted Clancy, using the Jaws of Life.

Firefighter Ted Clancy with Jaws of LIfe, Firefighter Gerry Byrne in knit cap, Firefighter Bob Loomer behind Gerry.

The Hurst Rescue Tool (colloquially known…

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Maynard Firefighter Peter Morrison on ladder with helmet off.

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A black and white photo of a Maynard Fire Engine bearing the casket of Chief Phillip Wilson, in 1976. The funeral procession is passing St. Bridget's Church.

James Whalen is in the passenger seat.

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Three red ribbons celebrating the Maynard Fire Department's 100th Anniversary Parade and Muster, Sept. 23, 1990.

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A ledger that documents the formation of Hose Company #1 in 1890.

The document includes the constitution and by-laws of the company, the original membership roster of the company, apparatus list, badges, and other lists.

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A selection of 22 photos from the Maynard Fire Station Grand Opening ceremonies on January 21, 2023 at 30 Sudbury Street.

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The log records the presence, absence and excused absence at call firemen meetings and response to fire alarms.

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A red and white sign advertising the Maynard Carnival held June 30-July 4, 2017. The Maynard Police and Fire Associations were the sponsors. The Carnival was held at the Fowler School, 3 Tiger Drive, Maynard. Fireworks were held on Sunday July 2,…

1886-07-07 - Flood's Barn, Harriman and Main Streets (via sparks from train)
1893-04-20 - Tucker's Blacksmith Shop
1893-05-05 - Riverside Coop Stores & Hall; Public Library
1893-09-18 - Parmenter Barn and Stable
1894 - Hudson
1894-05-14 - Paper…

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Two Fire Department badges belonging to Joshua Edwards. One is for the Assistant Floor Marshall position and the other is for the Floor Marshall.

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A badge commemorating the 1905 Thanksgiving Eve Ball for the Maynard Fire Department. This badge has a portrait of the Maynard Fire Chief on it, possibly Thomas A. Sweeny.

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A Maynard Fire Department badge worn by Joshua John Edwards. The Maynard Fire Department was organized May 1, 1890.

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Regulation poster hung in fire house.
Chief: Samuel Lawton
1st Asst: Charles Cahill
Clerk: Thomas A. Sweeney

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The map was created to show the water system and fire protection for insurance purposes. It shows the structural components of the buildings and has myriad details about the town. see 1999.1492 for another copy

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Two storage permits issued by the fire department to store oil on the premises.
1. To Mrs. Francis M. Coady, 60 Thompson St - 1933 - by Frank E. Parks, Fire Chief.

2. To Elmer H. Maynard, 43 Great Road - 1942 - by Richard Allan, Fire Chief.

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Mr. Peters was the first official Maynard Fire Department Chief in 1890.