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Ivory Handled Cane
Owned and regularly used by James J. Morgan, a prominent citizen of the Town of Maynard from its early days. Mr. Morgan was an Overseer at the Assabet Mills, Constable, Superintendent of the John A. Crowe Park for many years. He was active in civic,…
Little League Team Photo: The Digits - 1962
A team photograph of the Assabet Valley Little League (AVLL) team "The Digits" who were sponsored by Digital Equipment Corporation.
Row 1 (front):
Bob Wuorio (bat boy)
Phil Buscemi, Jr.
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Gerry Richardson
Bruce Whitney
Alfred Whitney,…
Row 1 (front):
Bob Wuorio (bat boy)
Phil Buscemi, Jr.
?
Gerry Richardson
Bruce Whitney
Alfred Whitney,…
Little League Team Photo: The Elks - 1952
A team photograph of the Assabet Valley Little League (AVLL) team "The Elks" in 1952, named after the team's sponsor: the Maynard Lodge of Elks.
Row 1 (front):
Buddy Seura
John Stefanowicz
Ted Kauppi
H. Whitney (bat boy)
Dick Martino
Eric…
Row 1 (front):
Buddy Seura
John Stefanowicz
Ted Kauppi
H. Whitney (bat boy)
Dick Martino
Eric…
Paper Boys - 1960
Photograph of "Paper Boys", who delivered newspapers to homes, lined up with their wagons for the Sunday newspaper deliveries.
The photo was taken on Nason Street in front of the Paper Store ( #34 ) to the right and Johnson's Pharmacy
(#30 )on…
The photo was taken on Nason Street in front of the Paper Store ( #34 ) to the right and Johnson's Pharmacy
(#30 )on…
Title to Comptometer
A document from Merton Merrick, American Woolen Mills Cashier, that is the Title to the Comptometer.
The Comptometer was purchased on May 31, 1934 for $350.00 on behalf of the American Woolen Mills. The purchaser was Merton F. Merrick. Mr.…
The Comptometer was purchased on May 31, 1934 for $350.00 on behalf of the American Woolen Mills. The purchaser was Merton F. Merrick. Mr.…
Massachusetts Consistory 33 degree Medal
Freemasonry
W. M. Albert T. Ames former Grand Master 33 degree award.
Pocket Identification Holder
American Legion
ID holder slides into pocket with American Legion emblem on the outside.
Michael E. Lynch
American Legion Post 235
The Maynard Chapter of the American Legion was organized in late November 1919, named the Frank J. DeMars Post 235. Michael Lynch, a decorated veteran of WWI, was elected the first Post Commander.
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.