"This is what it means....
The pine tree stands for life and growth. It is known as everlasting, so are co-operatives. The original emblem has a background of gold, the color of the sun's rays, which shine on co-operatives…
Originally the Cannon's Block, this is where the Kaleva Cooperative Association first opened in January 1907. The dining hall upstalirs opened in 1916. Kaleva later became the United Co-operative Society occupying this site until the 1970's.
A newsletter containing information about various cooperatives in the region. In the April 1967 issue the United Cooperative Society of Maynard reports a loss of $30,657 for year ending 1966. (p.2)
Left to right: Edward Helander, Paul F. Smith, Jr., Elmer W. Salenius, Vice President, Joseph E. Boothroyd, Sec-Clerk, Toivo J.J. Erkkinen, Preseidnt, Arvo N. Rivers, Gerneral Manager & Treasurer, Emil Pitkanen, Leo Mullin, Francis Alving and Fred…