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Centennial Burying the Razor Procession
The " Brothers of the Brush" Funeral Procession for the Burying the Razor ("John Dulledge") departs from Maynard Town Hall on Main Street at 2pm on New Year's Day.
The Razor was buried at Memorial Park near the corner of Nason and Summer…
The Razor was buried at Memorial Park near the corner of Nason and Summer…
Centennial Scrapbook
A comprehensive scrapbook of the events leading up to the 100th Anniversary of the incorporation of Maynard. Most of the scrapbook are newspaper clippings from the Assabet Beacon but also includes artifacts such as tickets.
Centennial Brothers of the Brush Rules
Rules and regulations of the Brothers of the Brush, a group organized during the Maynard Centennial celebration.
Centennial Belles Records
A collection of meeting minutes and other documents related to the formation and activities of the Maynard Centennial Belles.
Centennial Junior Belles Car Wash
The Junior Belles held a car wash behind the Town Building:
Cheryl Egan
Sally Boothroyd
Cheryl Egan
Sally Boothroyd
Centennial Belles Float at 4th of July Parade
Centennial Belles Float in the Maynard July 4th Parade commemorated the upcoming Maynard Centennial. Riding on the float were
junior and senior members of the Belles and the Brothers of the Brush.
Virginia Murphy (standing w/hat)
(Please…
junior and senior members of the Belles and the Brothers of the Brush.
Virginia Murphy (standing w/hat)
(Please…
Mothers at a Centennial Dance event.
The "Mother’s Shift" at Digital Equipment Corp was well represented
at Maynard Pre-Centennial Dance (held on the 99th anniversary of the Town's incorporation) wearing 1870's clothing.
Barbara lannarelli, Dolly Edgar, Isabelle Alpine, Teddy…
at Maynard Pre-Centennial Dance (held on the 99th anniversary of the Town's incorporation) wearing 1870's clothing.
Barbara lannarelli, Dolly Edgar, Isabelle Alpine, Teddy…
Meeting of the Centennial Belles
Photo taken at a meeting of members of the Centennial Belles.
l to r
Front: Virginia Murphy, Hazel Genest, Gert Walls
Back: Anna Murphy, Georgia Giammarco, ___?, ___?, ___?, ___?
l to r
Front: Virginia Murphy, Hazel Genest, Gert Walls
Back: Anna Murphy, Georgia Giammarco, ___?, ___?, ___?, ___?
Centennial Fashion Show
Photo of a woman modeling an 1870's style dress at a fashion show held at St. Bridget hall.
Maynard Centennial - Monte Carlo Night
Group enjoying a Centennial Monte Carlo fundraiser at the Maynard Country Club.
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(Please contact with any identifications.)
Centennial Brothers of the Brush Meeting
Jim Stone (from Norfolk, MA) addresses a general meeting of the Maynard Brothers of the Brush. Mr. Stone gave the gathering some ideas on centennial activities that might be adopted for Maynard's celebration.
Also: Jon Armour, Bob Tobin
Also: Jon Armour, Bob Tobin
Centennial Brothers of the Brush Meeting
Two photos from a Brothers of the Brush general meeting at the Maynard Rod and Gun Club "Sheriff" Bill Robinson is stuffed into a trash so he can be brought to the "Judge".
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Centennial Ladies
Two unidentified women (Centennial Belles?) participating in an unknown Centennial event.
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Centennial Burying the Razor Ceremony
In its final resting place, covered with tears and after shave lotion, the casket awaits the moment when it will finally find lasting peace.
John Dulledge (1871-1971) was laid to rest Friday, January 1, 1971 in a small plot in downtown…
John Dulledge (1871-1971) was laid to rest Friday, January 1, 1971 in a small plot in downtown…
Centennial Burying the Razor Ceremony
A solemn moment before John Dulledge is finally laid to rest. Particularly affected is. Jack Knowles, left, who spent many long hours designing and making the casket with loving care.
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Center Rear: Tom…
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Center Rear: Tom…
Centennial Burying the Razor Procession
Photo of Centennial Belle "mourners" who lined the path along the Razor funeral procession.
Centennial Penny Auction
Auctioneer Mary Thomas offers an item for bid at the Centennial
Belles sponsored Penny Auction held at Maynard’s Elks Hall.
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(Question: Elks Hall or VFW?)
Belles sponsored Penny Auction held at Maynard’s Elks Hall.
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(Question: Elks Hall or VFW?)
Centennial Ties Unveiled
Centennial Ties for the Maynard Centennial are modeled by the Milltowners of the “Brothers of the Brush,” during an open house at Town Hall.
(left to right):
Bill Robinson, Paul Murphy, Bob Tobin, Francis Alving.
The ties, which reflect the…
(left to right):
Bill Robinson, Paul Murphy, Bob Tobin, Francis Alving.
The ties, which reflect the…
Centennial Raffle Drawing
At a "Brothers of the Brush" meeting, Hazel Genest (of the Centennial Belles) showed up to draw the raffle ticket from a hat held by Bill Robinson.
Note Bill Robinson's attire includes the Centennial Tie, his "Centennial Sheriff" badge, and his…
Note Bill Robinson's attire includes the Centennial Tie, his "Centennial Sheriff" badge, and his…
Centennial Brothers of the Brush Dance
Brothers of the Brush enjoy hot dogs and sauerkraut during an "Old Tyme Food at Old Tyme Prices" dance held at the VFW Hall (the first dance sponsored by the Brothers).
(roughly left to right)
Tom Campbell (white shirt)
Bill Robinson (striped…
(roughly left to right)
Tom Campbell (white shirt)
Bill Robinson (striped…