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Maynard Water and Fire Map - 1915
The map was created to show fire protection for insurance purposes. It shows in detail many of the towns structures, streets and a glimpse of the activities occurring at the time.
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Maynard Hotel Fire - 1921
Summer Street
The ruins of the hotel fire with the Eagle Block in the background of the first photo.
Maynard Hotel
Built in 1867 on Summer Street by Peter Bailey. Originally known as the Glendale House, it had several owners, the last being Martin Peterson. It was destroyed by fire on January 29, 1921. Memorial Park now occupies the site.
Maynard Fire Department Constitution and By-Laws - Hose Company No. 1
The constitution and by-laws of Maynard's first official fire department (company).
(The document is likely a reproduction as it neither dated nor signed.)
(The document is likely a reproduction as it neither dated nor signed.)
Maynard Fire Department 1917 Naylor Block Ruins
This picture was taken in the square in front of the ruins of Naylor Block which was completely destroyed by fire on February 11, 1917. The picture was taken the morning after the fire. (Alternate version is dated February 4, 1917 at…
Maynard Fire Alarm Boxes Card - 1927
This printed card shows all the fire alarm boxes in use in 1927. The card was addressed to Mrs. Gertrude Beane, 15 DeMars St., Maynard, Mass.
Maynard Fire Alarm Boxes
A promotional card distributed by Dr. Louis Peel, Optometrist. Offices in Maynard and Hudson, "to see well see Peel".
Lerer's Store - 1916
This is the Nason Street entrance of the store that occupied the Naylor Block at the junction of Nason and Main Street. The Naylor Block was destroyed by fire in 1917. S. R. Garland, dentist had his office on the second floor.
J. R. Bent Ice House on the Assabet River - 1903
The ice house was built by Bent then later run by C. C. Murray and John Zaniewski.
The first photo was taken in 1903, the second is the remains after it burned in 1922 with the Concord, Maynard and Hudson Trolley chimney in the background, and the…
The first photo was taken in 1903, the second is the remains after it burned in 1922 with the Concord, Maynard and Hudson Trolley chimney in the background, and the…
Index of Major Fires worked by the Maynard Fire Department
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…
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…
Hook and Ladder, No. 1 - 1891
Maynard Fire Department
The church to the right is St. Bridget's, then located on Main St. where this picture was taken.
Identified people
l to r
Del Martin, William Clements, Henry Ledgard, Joshua Edwards, James Murray, James Cleary, Joshua Edwards, Asahel Haynes,…
Identified people
l to r
Del Martin, William Clements, Henry Ledgard, Joshua Edwards, James Murray, James Cleary, Joshua Edwards, Asahel Haynes,…
Hook and Ladder No. 1 - 1891
Maynard Fire Department
The building on the right was the first Catholic Church at Assabet Village (now Maynard), built in 1865.
Firemen l to r
Front: James Murray, Frank Rhul (John Lawler ?), Allie Martin, Robert Denniston, Levi Cheney, William McAuslin, Jesse Sims,…
Firemen l to r
Front: James Murray, Frank Rhul (John Lawler ?), Allie Martin, Robert Denniston, Levi Cheney, William McAuslin, Jesse Sims,…
Former Amory Maynard House on fire
Former Amory Maynard House on fire. The house was located at Darmouth and Elmwood Streets. At the time of the fire the house was owned by Anthony Taryma.
Former Amory Maynard House Fire
Former Amory Maynard House on fire. The house was located at Darmouth and Elmwood Streets. At the time of the fire the house was owned by Anthony Taryma.
Flood's Barn on Harriman Court
Built by George Flood, former post master and town office holder, as a livery stable shortly after the civil war. In the 1920's it was remodeled as a hall by Charles C. Murray and used as a dance hall, roller skating rink and basketball court. …
Fire at 55-59 Main St. - 1998
At the time of the fire T. C. Lando's and Salislito's occupied the first floor and Corner Pocket Billiards was on the second floor. The fire resulted in the demolition of the building.
Fire Alarm System Card - 1919
Maynard Fire Department
A list of alarm signals indicating location of a fire.
File Folder for the Maynard Fire Department
The file contains history, research notes, newspaper clippings, pamphlets and other materials pertaining to the department, proposals and bids, and letters of commendation.