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Lightning Check Writer
F. E. Hedman Lightning Check Writer machine. It was designed, as a number of other similar machines were in the early 20th century, to combat what was then considered “one of the gravest and most widespread of all menaces against our nation’s…
Sangamo Electric Company Meter
This is a 40 cycle Type H Watthour Meter used in the Assabet Mills.
In September 1902, the Assabet Mills provided electric lighting for the towns of Maynard and Acton. It was 40 cycle current. When radio and other electrically operated equipment…
In September 1902, the Assabet Mills provided electric lighting for the towns of Maynard and Acton. It was 40 cycle current. When radio and other electrically operated equipment…
Universal Household Scale
Landers, Frary & Clark Universal household 25 lb. scale was sold in the early 1900s and was made in New Britain, Connecticut.
The company was organized as Landers, Frary & Clark in 1862. The firm produced a variety of household products and…
The company was organized as Landers, Frary & Clark in 1862. The firm produced a variety of household products and…
Horse Tether
This type of tether was fastened to a leather strap which in turn was fastened to the harness at the rear of the horse's head. When the wagon stopped this tether was usually dropped to the ground and kept the horse from roaming too far away. The…
Parker St. Hall Stage Lamp
A vintage, black stage spot light with the original reflector plate. This lamp was used in the Parker St. Hall.
Dress Gloves and Shoulder Cord
American Legion Post 235
The single braided should cord and gloves where worn with the dress uniform at the Legion formal events.
Japanese Company Flag
World War II
The guidon or flag was given to James Mertz by a former Sergeant in the Japanese Army.
Student Manager Sweater
Maynard High School Football
Benny Sofka wore this sweater as the manager of the football team, 1932 - 1934.
Half of a Block and Tackle
Half of a wooden block and tackle tool used for hoisting in barn settings and assorted construction situations.
Antique Electric Toaster by Universal With Cord
Art deco style electric toaster by Universal. Model #E9412.
Crosby-Paige Jewel "Model 910" Tabletop Tube Radio
A brown tabletop radio made with a bakelite frame.
School Wall Clock
A black, wooden wall clock with wind-up key that was used in the Roosevelt School before electric clocks.
Master Sargent Guy (Tut) Iannuzzo, Retired - 1995
Guy Iannuzzo served in the Air Force and was a Veteran of World War II, Korea and Vietnam.
Flag Retirement Ceremony - 1996
American Legion Post 235
Participants included: Daniel DeForge, Stewart Campbell, Guy Iannuzzo, Milton Lashus, Richard Marsden, Robert Marsden, Marge Iannuzzo, Raymond DeForge, John McDonough
Maynard Fire Department Hose Company #1 Constitution and Ledger
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.
The document includes the constitution and by-laws of the company, the original membership roster of the company, apparatus list, badges, and other lists.
Underwood Standard Typewriter
A black Underwood Standard Typewriter, Model 5, introduced in 1899. It became the ubiquitous office machine for another thirty years, and its sales led Underwood to dominate the market. The Model 5 became the modern standard of how a typewriter…
Hammond #12 Ideal Typewriter
A typewriter with a wood cover produced by the Hammond Typewriter Company in 1904-1905.
Stenotype
A stenotype machine is a specialized chorded keyboard or typewriter used by stenographers for shorthand use. The stenotype keyboard has far fewer keys than a conventional alphanumeric keyboard. Multiple keys are pressed simultaneously (known as…