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Connecticut Historical Society collection, 2000.208.2  © 2001The Connecticut Historical Society ...
Center Hose Company No. 1, East Hartford
Connecticut Historical Society collection, 2000.208.2 © 2001The Connecticut Historical Society.

Center Hose Company No. 1, East Hartford

Photographer (American, 1877 - 1934)
Date1910
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 7 1/2 x 9 13/16in. (19 x 25cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number2000.208.2
DescriptionGroup of men and a horse-drawn fire wagon in front of a frame fire house with a sign that reads: "Center Hose No. 1." Most men wear uniforms, including caps, belts and ties. One man wears an overcoat and a derby hat. Some have mustaches. One man holds a axe, one holds a horn, and one holds a bucket. A bell, lanterns, ladders and a wire basket are on the wagon. An electric light is over the door to the firehouse.
NotesSubject Note: Center Hose Co. No. 1 was located at 6 Bissell Street, East Hartford.
Status
Not on view