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Hallowell hand pumper "Tiger" postcard, 1936

Contributed by Town of Topsham
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Hallowell hand pumper
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Description

This postcard features an illustration of the City of Hallowell's historic hand pumper fire engine, "Tiger," which was built in 1836 by the Hunneman Company (engine #176). It had a 15 15/16" piston diameter and was used in fire muster competitions after being retired from service.

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