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Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Death of Joseph Skillman. •41 Company No. 15, one of its bravest and most efficient members, wasengaged at work beneath the roof of No. 206, while his companionswere busy in an effort to pull down the chimney of No. 208. It fell,but, in falling, crushed in the roof of No. 206, burying Mr. Skillmanin its ruins. When taken out he was dead. The body was removedto 14 engine-house, and from there to the truck-house in Franklin. Joseph Skillman. Street, where the coroner held an inquest, and where the te Stock Photo

RM2AKFM5H–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Death of Joseph Skillman. •41 Company No. 15, one of its bravest and most efficient members, wasengaged at work beneath the roof of No. 206, while his companionswere busy in an effort to pull down the chimney of No. 208. It fell,but, in falling, crushed in the roof of No. 206, burying Mr. Skillmanin its ruins. When taken out he was dead. The body was removedto 14 engine-house, and from there to the truck-house in Franklin. Joseph Skillman. Street, where the coroner held an inquest, and where the te

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ollections, andwas fraught with preciousmemories of the old by-gonehistrionic triumphs of thosewho were once the favoritesof the New York public.It was here that EdwardEddy, afterward the greathero of the Bowery pit, firstessayed the attempt to windramatic renown, and manywill recollect the giant frameand athletic grace of theyoung tragedian in the earlydays of the theater. Then came Laura Keene, with her goldenhair and fair sunny face, with her delightful delineations of lightEnglish comedies, and Stock Photo

RM2AKFWPJ–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ollections, andwas fraught with preciousmemories of the old by-gonehistrionic triumphs of thosewho were once the favoritesof the New York public.It was here that EdwardEddy, afterward the greathero of the Bowery pit, firstessayed the attempt to windramatic renown, and manywill recollect the giant frameand athletic grace of theyoung tragedian in the earlydays of the theater. Then came Laura Keene, with her goldenhair and fair sunny face, with her delightful delineations of lightEnglish comedies, and

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . arty that theycould climb to the roof of theCity Hall and sit on the God-dess of Liberty which at thattime surmounted the dome of the old hall-tower. The wagerwas immediately taken and the two left the saloon. Old Conk Titus, a member of old 14, was at the time one of thebell-ringers on the City Hall. He was a lively old chap, ever readyfor a joke, and equally ready to tell a good story in a style peculiarlyhis own. On the night in question, old Conk sat in the Hall look-out, with his weather-eye o Stock Photo

RM2AKGEJR–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . arty that theycould climb to the roof of theCity Hall and sit on the God-dess of Liberty which at thattime surmounted the dome of the old hall-tower. The wagerwas immediately taken and the two left the saloon. Old Conk Titus, a member of old 14, was at the time one of thebell-ringers on the City Hall. He was a lively old chap, ever readyfor a joke, and equally ready to tell a good story in a style peculiarlyhis own. On the night in question, old Conk sat in the Hall look-out, with his weather-eye o

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . There was a large crowd in attendance as early as eight oclock.Nash, the chief of the battalion, and a very daring, reckless man,who never seemed to have thought of danger, had, by way of aprevious informal experiment, already raised the ladder at six oclock in the morning, and as-cended to the top. Whenthe hour for holding this lit-tle exhibition arrived, thesquare bounded by CanalStreet, East Broadway, andRutgers Street was uncom-fortably crowded. Amongthe more prominent spec-tators was Mrs. Uda Stock Photo

RM2AKCJ1J–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . There was a large crowd in attendance as early as eight oclock.Nash, the chief of the battalion, and a very daring, reckless man,who never seemed to have thought of danger, had, by way of aprevious informal experiment, already raised the ladder at six oclock in the morning, and as-cended to the top. Whenthe hour for holding this lit-tle exhibition arrived, thesquare bounded by CanalStreet, East Broadway, andRutgers Street was uncom-fortably crowded. Amongthe more prominent spec-tators was Mrs. Uda

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . nto any place of danger to which he may have occasion toorder them at a fire. This trait in his character has noticeably advanced him in theestimation of his associates, who unhesitatingly obey his directions,feeling that he will not unnecessarily endanger their lives. No one of the present chiefs of battalion more perfectly enjoysthe confidence of his superiors than Chief Gooderson, whoseworth as a fireman has been fitly recognized by advanc-ing him to his present posi-tion in the Department. Heat Stock Photo

RM2AKB8RK–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . nto any place of danger to which he may have occasion toorder them at a fire. This trait in his character has noticeably advanced him in theestimation of his associates, who unhesitatingly obey his directions,feeling that he will not unnecessarily endanger their lives. No one of the present chiefs of battalion more perfectly enjoysthe confidence of his superiors than Chief Gooderson, whoseworth as a fireman has been fitly recognized by advanc-ing him to his present posi-tion in the Department. Heat

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . pool of water ? Tom will do that, if we tell him to. Hes death on obeying orders.He knows Im talking about him. Do you see his ears turn ? On a cold night, when everything is slippery and the wind is blowing a littlehurricane round you, said one of the men who stood by, theres pleasanter placesthan to be on the roof of a burning building. In that big fire over on Dey Street, notlong ago, there were two buildings on fire, side by side. There was a space of six feet 344 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Stock Photo

RM2AKCPMB–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . pool of water ? Tom will do that, if we tell him to. Hes death on obeying orders.He knows Im talking about him. Do you see his ears turn ? On a cold night, when everything is slippery and the wind is blowing a littlehurricane round you, said one of the men who stood by, theres pleasanter placesthan to be on the roof of a burning building. In that big fire over on Dey Street, notlong ago, there were two buildings on fire, side by side. There was a space of six feet 344 Reminiscences of the Old Fire

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Oceana Hose Co, 36. Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. how they were appreciated in the Department, and how great achange had taken place since they first received their engine. I canrecollect the time when some companies refused to parade in the sameline with a steam fire-engine, lest some accident might occur wherebythe whole Fire Department would be blown up in the air, and alightagain on earth mangled into a paid system. On the occasion referredto, nearly one-half of the Department turned o Stock Photo

RM2AKG12E–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Oceana Hose Co, 36. Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. how they were appreciated in the Department, and how great achange had taken place since they first received their engine. I canrecollect the time when some companies refused to parade in the sameline with a steam fire-engine, lest some accident might occur wherebythe whole Fire Department would be blown up in the air, and alightagain on earth mangled into a paid system. On the occasion referredto, nearly one-half of the Department turned o

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . — the object being to alleviate thewants of the widows and orphans of deceased firemen — hasawakened the citizens of New York to the necessity of doing all thatcan be done by their aid in relieving the necessities of those whomfate has left dependent on that well-directed charity. Said a prom-inent and wealthy merchant of this city to me one day: Although not a fireman, I have ever taken an interest in themen who proved their manliness by their acts of devotion to the interests of our city in their Stock Photo

RM2AKFXXM–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . — the object being to alleviate thewants of the widows and orphans of deceased firemen — hasawakened the citizens of New York to the necessity of doing all thatcan be done by their aid in relieving the necessities of those whomfate has left dependent on that well-directed charity. Said a prom-inent and wealthy merchant of this city to me one day: Although not a fireman, I have ever taken an interest in themen who proved their manliness by their acts of devotion to the interests of our city in their

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . to have come back again, though onlyfor a night, and the scene was one that will not readily be forgottenby those who witnessed it. For several years the firemens ball was given at the AmericanTheater, and afterward at the old Park Theater, until the destructionof that edifice by fire, whenthe Astor Place Opera Housewitnessed the annual festivalsfor a long period. At theclose of the Astor PlaceOpera House, Niblos Gar-den was honored, until theerection of the Academy ofMusic, when the first ballever Stock Photo

RM2AKG04T–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . to have come back again, though onlyfor a night, and the scene was one that will not readily be forgottenby those who witnessed it. For several years the firemens ball was given at the AmericanTheater, and afterward at the old Park Theater, until the destructionof that edifice by fire, whenthe Astor Place Opera Housewitnessed the annual festivalsfor a long period. At theclose of the Astor PlaceOpera House, Niblos Gar-den was honored, until theerection of the Academy ofMusic, when the first ballever

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . nothing but buncombe. I remember the New York Sun at thetime published a comprehensive and interesting story descriptive ofthe entire workings of the Department, the facts of which I person-ally know to be correct. The article, though a few years old, tellsthe story of the workings of the Department in its entirety, and is asfollows : Two days in an engine-house isnt very long, but when the visitor happens to be areporter, with orders to accompany the engine to fires, and he has to fly down-stairse Stock Photo

RM2AKCW9J–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . nothing but buncombe. I remember the New York Sun at thetime published a comprehensive and interesting story descriptive ofthe entire workings of the Department, the facts of which I person-ally know to be correct. The article, though a few years old, tellsthe story of the workings of the Department in its entirety, and is asfollows : Two days in an engine-house isnt very long, but when the visitor happens to be areporter, with orders to accompany the engine to fires, and he has to fly down-stairse

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . at others,possesses a very high degree of importance and interest. In some cases the difference referred to by this question can, toa certain extent at least, be easily accounted for. There is no dif-ficulty, for instance, in seeing why a shingle-roof with six inches ofsnow upon it should be lessreadily ignited by sparksthan a similar roof which amidsummer sun had for twoweeks been thoroughly bak-ing. The inquiry why a firewould be likely to be moredestructive in clear weatherwith a high wind than Stock Photo

RM2AKFRDP–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . at others,possesses a very high degree of importance and interest. In some cases the difference referred to by this question can, toa certain extent at least, be easily accounted for. There is no dif-ficulty, for instance, in seeing why a shingle-roof with six inches ofsnow upon it should be lessreadily ignited by sparksthan a similar roof which amidsummer sun had for twoweeks been thoroughly bak-ing. The inquiry why a firewould be likely to be moredestructive in clear weatherwith a high wind than

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 2. The number of members shall not exceed twenty-four. Organization of a Hook and Ladder Company. 625 4. The members shall wear a black hat, with the representation in white of a hookand ladder. 5. The officers of this Association shall consist of a foreman, assistant foreman, anda steward. , 6. The members meet the first Wednesday evening after any fire at which thehooks and ladders have been used, at the house of Mr. Langdon. 7. When the house and property of a member is in danger, the Associatio Stock Photo

RM2AKB0X2–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 2. The number of members shall not exceed twenty-four. Organization of a Hook and Ladder Company. 625 4. The members shall wear a black hat, with the representation in white of a hookand ladder. 5. The officers of this Association shall consist of a foreman, assistant foreman, anda steward. , 6. The members meet the first Wednesday evening after any fire at which thehooks and ladders have been used, at the house of Mr. Langdon. 7. When the house and property of a member is in danger, the Associatio

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . engendered a bad feel-ing, and ultimately resultedin a free fight. Meanwhilethe flames, unsubdued, creptslowly onward, darting hitherand thither, and encirclingin their fiery embrace what-ever happened to be in theirpath. The Sands StreetM. E. Church was selectedas a place of safety for thestorage of valuables by thosewho were fortunate enoughto save any from their dwell-ings. No one dreamt for amoment that the fire wouldreach that edifice. In thisthey were mistaken, how-ever, as by a sudden freako Stock Photo

RM2AKAC8K–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . engendered a bad feel-ing, and ultimately resultedin a free fight. Meanwhilethe flames, unsubdued, creptslowly onward, darting hitherand thither, and encirclingin their fiery embrace what-ever happened to be in theirpath. The Sands StreetM. E. Church was selectedas a place of safety for thestorage of valuables by thosewho were fortunate enoughto save any from their dwell-ings. No one dreamt for amoment that the fire wouldreach that edifice. In thisthey were mistaken, how-ever, as by a sudden freako

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . naturally. For these and many other reasons the desire for a changegrew day by day, and it was not long before the change itself wasdemanded. New York city is always quick to take advantage ofany improvement. The benefits resulting from the establishment of ment, which keeps water in the boilers at a degree of heat whichgenerates steam in three minutes from the time an alarm is given anda match applied to the furnace — enables the companies to pourstreams upon a fire so quickly that every advantage Stock Photo

RM2AKCWF6–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . naturally. For these and many other reasons the desire for a changegrew day by day, and it was not long before the change itself wasdemanded. New York city is always quick to take advantage ofany improvement. The benefits resulting from the establishment of ment, which keeps water in the boilers at a degree of heat whichgenerates steam in three minutes from the time an alarm is given anda match applied to the furnace — enables the companies to pourstreams upon a fire so quickly that every advantage

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . with his companionsgained the street and attended the fire. It is not definitely knownwhether the Lord ever forgave the deacon for what he did, but it ismorally certain Weir never did. He carried his eye in mourning fornearly two weeks, and the jokes of his friends as to how he receivedthe injury almost drove him mad. He accidentally met the deaconone night, and before the latter could escape, Weir pummeled thepoor fellow almost to a jelly. Gotham at one time had two picturesque adjuncts, the fame Stock Photo

RM2AKGJEF–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . with his companionsgained the street and attended the fire. It is not definitely knownwhether the Lord ever forgave the deacon for what he did, but it ismorally certain Weir never did. He carried his eye in mourning fornearly two weeks, and the jokes of his friends as to how he receivedthe injury almost drove him mad. He accidentally met the deaconone night, and before the latter could escape, Weir pummeled thepoor fellow almost to a jelly. Gotham at one time had two picturesque adjuncts, the fame

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 3° Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. chowder-parties were occasions where all went in for real enjoy-ment, no speeches being allowed. Every member of the companyexerted himself to please those whom they considered guests. Thefare consisted of clam and oyster chowder, with coffee or beer as afluid. No objection was made to smoking clay pipes and meer-schaums, fifty-cent cigars and pasters,—all were admitted, andhelped to purify the atmosphere and drive away the aroma fromthe newly slushed hose. Stock Photo

RM2AKH5GH–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 3° Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. chowder-parties were occasions where all went in for real enjoy-ment, no speeches being allowed. Every member of the companyexerted himself to please those whom they considered guests. Thefare consisted of clam and oyster chowder, with coffee or beer as afluid. No objection was made to smoking clay pipes and meer-schaums, fifty-cent cigars and pasters,—all were admitted, andhelped to purify the atmosphere and drive away the aroma fromthe newly slushed hose.

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . edat length. Few opposed the measure, as it was generally admittedthat a greater need for adequate protection to life and property fromfire existed. The meeting was a protracted one, and during its session Mr.John Luther, a highly respectable resident of Williamsburgh, waschosen Chief Engineer. Hehowever, declined to serve,and another ballot beingtaken, the choice this timefell upon David Garrett. For many years, and invarious ways, Chief Garrettstrove to perfect the workingof the Department under Stock Photo

RM2AKAFMH–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . edat length. Few opposed the measure, as it was generally admittedthat a greater need for adequate protection to life and property fromfire existed. The meeting was a protracted one, and during its session Mr.John Luther, a highly respectable resident of Williamsburgh, waschosen Chief Engineer. Hehowever, declined to serve,and another ballot beingtaken, the choice this timefell upon David Garrett. For many years, and invarious ways, Chief Garrettstrove to perfect the workingof the Department under

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Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . and 17 Hose; Eighth,21 Engine, 4 Hook and Ladder, and 14 Hose; Ninth, 4 Engine, 3Hook and Ladder; Tenth, 19 and 12 Engines, and 3 Hose; Eleventh,5 Engine, 6 and 10 Hose ; Twelfth, 16 Engine; Twentieth, 9 Engine. To a steam fire-engine • jsgSS^!^*^ the limit was seventy-fivemen; to a hand-engine,sixty-five men; to a hookand ladder company, fortymen; to a hose company,thirty men. The Brooklyn Fire De-partment was directed by aboard of representatives com-posed of two members fromeach company; a board Stock Photo

RM2AKAPY7–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . and 17 Hose; Eighth,21 Engine, 4 Hook and Ladder, and 14 Hose; Ninth, 4 Engine, 3Hook and Ladder; Tenth, 19 and 12 Engines, and 3 Hose; Eleventh,5 Engine, 6 and 10 Hose ; Twelfth, 16 Engine; Twentieth, 9 Engine. To a steam fire-engine • jsgSS^!^*^ the limit was seventy-fivemen; to a hand-engine,sixty-five men; to a hookand ladder company, fortymen; to a hose company,thirty men. The Brooklyn Fire De-partment was directed by aboard of representatives com-posed of two members fromeach company; a board

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . first round on the bellannouncing a fire. Crowtook his name from thesoubriquet by which a oncepopular foreman of thatcompany was known. He was an exceedingly clever animal,and a universal favorite with members of the hose company. No. 7 Engine had a dog, a cross between a St. Bernard andNewfoundland. He was five years old when received, and was avaluable attache to the company, never failing to notify the mem-bers at the first tap of the bell for a fire. Hook and Ladder Company No 1 had in their po Stock Photo

RM2AKAM59–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . first round on the bellannouncing a fire. Crowtook his name from thesoubriquet by which a oncepopular foreman of thatcompany was known. He was an exceedingly clever animal,and a universal favorite with members of the hose company. No. 7 Engine had a dog, a cross between a St. Bernard andNewfoundland. He was five years old when received, and was avaluable attache to the company, never failing to notify the mem-bers at the first tap of the bell for a fire. Hook and Ladder Company No 1 had in their po

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . R. Leferts Brower was one of the original members of this com-pany, and served as treasurer for several years. He is now popularlyand extensively known in the produce business in New York City. Joseph Evans joined the Department in 1856, and was severaltimes assistant foreman of old Putnam. Mr. Evans is now, and hasbeen for years past, a deputy sheriff of Brooklyn. James Griffin came originally from 3 Engine, where he servedtwenty-one years. He joined 21 Engine in 1863, and was alwaysregarded as an Stock Photo

RM2AJMJKX–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . R. Leferts Brower was one of the original members of this com-pany, and served as treasurer for several years. He is now popularlyand extensively known in the produce business in New York City. Joseph Evans joined the Department in 1856, and was severaltimes assistant foreman of old Putnam. Mr. Evans is now, and hasbeen for years past, a deputy sheriff of Brooklyn. James Griffin came originally from 3 Engine, where he servedtwenty-one years. He joined 21 Engine in 1863, and was alwaysregarded as an

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . West Thirty-seventh Street, temporarily located in thequarters of Engine No. 31, Leonard Street, near Broadway, was theonly companyto respond. At 8:43 and 8:44 two engines, and at 8:53all the companies due at station 422 (Fourth Avenue and Twenty-sixth Street), on first, second, and third alarms, were called, making Simultaneous Fires. 259 in all nineteen engine companies and four hook and ladder companiesbrought to this fire. Forty-two companies out of the sixty-seven at the time com-prising the f Stock Photo

RM2AKFEN2–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . West Thirty-seventh Street, temporarily located in thequarters of Engine No. 31, Leonard Street, near Broadway, was theonly companyto respond. At 8:43 and 8:44 two engines, and at 8:53all the companies due at station 422 (Fourth Avenue and Twenty-sixth Street), on first, second, and third alarms, were called, making Simultaneous Fires. 259 in all nineteen engine companies and four hook and ladder companiesbrought to this fire. Forty-two companies out of the sixty-seven at the time com-prising the f

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . dge of rocks, and beneath this, on a scrollof silver, was the inscription : Peter B. Andkrson, Chief Engineer. There were paintings on three sides of the condenser-case, inpanels of an oval form, 22x20 inches in dimension. The one to theright of the engine was that of a fireman rescuing a female from theflames. He was depicted as treading on the burning rafters, wfemale on his shoulders and with a fearless expression on his ctenance. The panel on the right contained an excellent painting of a 686 R Stock Photo

RM2AKAG06–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . dge of rocks, and beneath this, on a scrollof silver, was the inscription : Peter B. Andkrson, Chief Engineer. There were paintings on three sides of the condenser-case, inpanels of an oval form, 22x20 inches in dimension. The one to theright of the engine was that of a fireman rescuing a female from theflames. He was depicted as treading on the burning rafters, wfemale on his shoulders and with a fearless expression on his ctenance. The panel on the right contained an excellent painting of a 686 R

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . with scant resources, to face the world.But, blessed with great self-reliance and perseverance, he overcameall obstacles. It is unnecessary to remark that he has retained thesequalifications, in a marked degree, through life. When a young manhe was a member of Americus Engine 6, of New York, and subse-quently, after his removal to Brooklyn, he joined 11 Engine, situated at that time in Greenpoint, and was at one time foreman of thatcompany. He subsequently became assistant engineer of the East-ern Stock Photo

RM2AK9X7F–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . with scant resources, to face the world.But, blessed with great self-reliance and perseverance, he overcameall obstacles. It is unnecessary to remark that he has retained thesequalifications, in a marked degree, through life. When a young manhe was a member of Americus Engine 6, of New York, and subse-quently, after his removal to Brooklyn, he joined 11 Engine, situated at that time in Greenpoint, and was at one time foreman of thatcompany. He subsequently became assistant engineer of the East-ern

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . enetrated there.But she succeeded in reaching the window again, and at that instantwas seen by those below. An eager rush was made by those brave men who impulsivelysought to rescue a woman in peril. Quicker than lightning, a ladderwas placed against the building, and a brave man rapidly commencedthe. ascent. Safely past the first, second and third stories he went.Would he get to her in time ? Blinded and stifled by the smoke that now poured out of herwindow in torrents, poor Lulu had sunk upon her Stock Photo

RM2AKG3XN–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . enetrated there.But she succeeded in reaching the window again, and at that instantwas seen by those below. An eager rush was made by those brave men who impulsivelysought to rescue a woman in peril. Quicker than lightning, a ladderwas placed against the building, and a brave man rapidly commencedthe. ascent. Safely past the first, second and third stories he went.Would he get to her in time ? Blinded and stifled by the smoke that now poured out of herwindow in torrents, poor Lulu had sunk upon her

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ticular case), butwhen peace comes, let us,in Gods name, do justice tothem and ourselves. Base-ness and villainy are thegrowth of all climes and ofall nations. Without themost numerous and the mostcogent testimony, as the factoccurred within my ownview, the eloquence of Cicerocould not convince me thatthe firing was accidental. Philip W. Engs, one of the last Fire Commissioners The late Philip W. EngS of the Old Department. 1 jr was a walking encyclopaediaof general information on fire matters, and Stock Photo

RM2AKFX1G–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ticular case), butwhen peace comes, let us,in Gods name, do justice tothem and ourselves. Base-ness and villainy are thegrowth of all climes and ofall nations. Without themost numerous and the mostcogent testimony, as the factoccurred within my ownview, the eloquence of Cicerocould not convince me thatthe firing was accidental. Philip W. Engs, one of the last Fire Commissioners The late Philip W. EngS of the Old Department. 1 jr was a walking encyclopaediaof general information on fire matters, and

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Ever genial inmanner, he has readily secured a host of friends who delight innow seeking the companionship of one whose retentive memory hasstored up many interestingreminiscences of former days. The happy vein pursuedby him when recounting astory always insures for himan appreciative audience. For many years Mr. Has-son has held an importantposition in the county clerksoffice, where he has also mademany friends. His strict attention to dutyand willingness to perform anytask assigned him speaks wel Stock Photo

RM2AKBA32–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Ever genial inmanner, he has readily secured a host of friends who delight innow seeking the companionship of one whose retentive memory hasstored up many interestingreminiscences of former days. The happy vein pursuedby him when recounting astory always insures for himan appreciative audience. For many years Mr. Has-son has held an importantposition in the county clerksoffice, where he has also mademany friends. His strict attention to dutyand willingness to perform anytask assigned him speaks wel

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . xtinguishment from his own personal experiences atfires, and from the traditions extant among his companions. Itmay be true that while these beginners—these amateurs, as itwere, but who are rated as regular firemen—are learning their busi-ness by actual contact with fire, a few millions of property, more orless, may be burned in excess of what was inevitably doomed; butthat amounts to little in the grand aggregate of $100,000,000 a yearconsumed. If these beginners had some text-books from whichthey Stock Photo

RM2AKAWMD–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . xtinguishment from his own personal experiences atfires, and from the traditions extant among his companions. Itmay be true that while these beginners—these amateurs, as itwere, but who are rated as regular firemen—are learning their busi-ness by actual contact with fire, a few millions of property, more orless, may be burned in excess of what was inevitably doomed; butthat amounts to little in the grand aggregate of $100,000,000 a yearconsumed. If these beginners had some text-books from whichthey

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . forget Joe; while those ofthe Metropolitan Departmentsince 1868 extend the righthand of fellowship to one who,since his entry into fire circles,has everywhere been regardedas an honest, brave, and trust-worthy man. Mr. McVeaghsstrict attention to duty justlyentitles him to the praise heis constantly receiving as en-gineer of Engine No. 11, towhich company he is at pres-ent permanently attached.. 524 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. Brennan, whose servitude as an assistant engineer extended ov Stock Photo

RM2AKBH3H–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . forget Joe; while those ofthe Metropolitan Departmentsince 1868 extend the righthand of fellowship to one who,since his entry into fire circles,has everywhere been regardedas an honest, brave, and trust-worthy man. Mr. McVeaghsstrict attention to duty justlyentitles him to the praise heis constantly receiving as en-gineer of Engine No. 11, towhich company he is at pres-ent permanently attached.. 524 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. Brennan, whose servitude as an assistant engineer extended ov

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . occasion,which, together with their visit to Philadelphia, proved to be a red-letter day in the history of Washington Engine No. 1. In June, 1865, Constitution Engine No. 7 received the visitingmembers of Warren Hose No. 29, of Philadelphia, and in the even-ing escorted them to Montague Hall. There a sumptuous banquet 666 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. was spread for two hundred persons. Hon. William Lewis, ex-StateTreasurer, in behalf of Engine 7, delivered an address welcomingthe visiting Stock Photo

RM2AKAK8K–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . occasion,which, together with their visit to Philadelphia, proved to be a red-letter day in the history of Washington Engine No. 1. In June, 1865, Constitution Engine No. 7 received the visitingmembers of Warren Hose No. 29, of Philadelphia, and in the even-ing escorted them to Montague Hall. There a sumptuous banquet 666 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. was spread for two hundred persons. Hon. William Lewis, ex-StateTreasurer, in behalf of Engine 7, delivered an address welcomingthe visiting

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ordi-nates a proper observanceof the rule requiring strictvigilance while on duty;and, in order to insurepromptness of action, has.himself afforded membersserving in the Eleventh Bat-s ant Christie talion an example which they should wisely follow.His headquarters are with Hook and Ladder Company No. 14,No. 120 East One Hundred and Twenty-fifth Street. He at present superintends the working at a fire of Engine Com-panies Nos. 35, 36, 38, 53, and Hook and Ladder Company No. 14. Aside from his connec Stock Photo

RM2AKB924–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ordi-nates a proper observanceof the rule requiring strictvigilance while on duty;and, in order to insurepromptness of action, has.himself afforded membersserving in the Eleventh Bat-s ant Christie talion an example which they should wisely follow.His headquarters are with Hook and Ladder Company No. 14,No. 120 East One Hundred and Twenty-fifth Street. He at present superintends the working at a fire of Engine Com-panies Nos. 35, 36, 38, 53, and Hook and Ladder Company No. 14. Aside from his connec

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . dit. Then came other mem-ories, which he fain wouldhave had lie dormant. Hesaw himself give that fairmountain jewel the partingkiss ; saw her nestle in hisbosom — the bosom of herbetrayer; saw his banditsdrive her fathers familyfrom beneath their humbleroof. All this he saw, andmore too. Poor betrayedMadelena ! she loved himyet—loved the wolf. How, after years of separation, they had metin the church where the forsaken girl had gone for penance. Shehad recognized her betrayer, and the shock had kil Stock Photo

RM2AKGCDW–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . dit. Then came other mem-ories, which he fain wouldhave had lie dormant. Hesaw himself give that fairmountain jewel the partingkiss ; saw her nestle in hisbosom — the bosom of herbetrayer; saw his banditsdrive her fathers familyfrom beneath their humbleroof. All this he saw, andmore too. Poor betrayedMadelena ! she loved himyet—loved the wolf. How, after years of separation, they had metin the church where the forsaken girl had gone for penance. Shehad recognized her betrayer, and the shock had kil

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . which then lay in Liberty Street. To converse with thisoctogenarian, one cannot but admire the well-preserved intellectualfaculties of the old gentleman, who, physically speaking, lookstwenty years younger than he actually is. When you hear him,as I have, talk about catching killies in Pearl, Centre and Elm better facilities in the event of large fires, Mr. Degrauw suc-ceeded in having two new hose-carriages added to the Depart-ment. Mr. Degrauw was an assessor from the third ward at thetime, and i Stock Photo

RM2AKCDYG–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . which then lay in Liberty Street. To converse with thisoctogenarian, one cannot but admire the well-preserved intellectualfaculties of the old gentleman, who, physically speaking, lookstwenty years younger than he actually is. When you hear him,as I have, talk about catching killies in Pearl, Centre and Elm better facilities in the event of large fires, Mr. Degrauw suc-ceeded in having two new hose-carriages added to the Depart-ment. Mr. Degrauw was an assessor from the third ward at thetime, and i

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ore of his brother, tion of the country for four years, engaged actively in politics, makingmany friends and not a few enemies by the course he adopted whilea member of the Territorial Legislature in attempting to have thecapital of the State removed from Omaha City to a more geographi-cally central location. In 1859 he returned to New York, and engagedas book-keeper and business manager of the New York Dispatch.In this position he continued until 1864, when he was appointed oneof the Board of Comm Stock Photo

RM2AKCFND–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ore of his brother, tion of the country for four years, engaged actively in politics, makingmany friends and not a few enemies by the course he adopted whilea member of the Territorial Legislature in attempting to have thecapital of the State removed from Omaha City to a more geographi-cally central location. In 1859 he returned to New York, and engagedas book-keeper and business manager of the New York Dispatch.In this position he continued until 1864, when he was appointed oneof the Board of Comm

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . obtained great headway,and this was also corroborated by every witness examined withreference to the origin of the fire who was at or near it at thetime. The first chief officer directed a third alarm to be sent, whileon his way to the fire, at about 7:56 p. m., and assuming that, asusual, there would be no delay in its transmission, went immediatelyinto the burning building to direct the operations of the three engineand two truck companies which responded with himself on the firstalarm ; but, unf Stock Photo

RM2AKFJ01–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . obtained great headway,and this was also corroborated by every witness examined withreference to the origin of the fire who was at or near it at thetime. The first chief officer directed a third alarm to be sent, whileon his way to the fire, at about 7:56 p. m., and assuming that, asusual, there would be no delay in its transmission, went immediatelyinto the burning building to direct the operations of the three engineand two truck companies which responded with himself on the firstalarm ; but, unf

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Teazle.Later, Mr. Barrett made his firsthit in New York as Cassius, with Davenport as Brutus, the lamentedWalter Montgomery as Antony, and Mark Smith as Casca. In1870, Mr. Fechters American debut occurred at this house, and in1871 Messrs. Jarrett and Palmer made a really magnificent revivalof Richard III. For the most part, though, they alternated be-twixt The Black Crook, the Lydia Thompson troupe of burles-quers, and Mr. Boucicaults melodramas. The policy of the theaterhas been to follow, and nev Stock Photo

RM2AKFRTE–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Teazle.Later, Mr. Barrett made his firsthit in New York as Cassius, with Davenport as Brutus, the lamentedWalter Montgomery as Antony, and Mark Smith as Casca. In1870, Mr. Fechters American debut occurred at this house, and in1871 Messrs. Jarrett and Palmer made a really magnificent revivalof Richard III. For the most part, though, they alternated be-twixt The Black Crook, the Lydia Thompson troupe of burles-quers, and Mr. Boucicaults melodramas. The policy of the theaterhas been to follow, and nev

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . t H. Hendrickson 568 Sergeant Christie 570 Bernard Kine 571 John Castles Silas Ling 574. Anthony Yeoman 576 John McLeod Murphy 587 George Erb 594 Captain Burns 596 John Wildey 597 John Bracken 601 William Stockwell, Tenn 602 Thomas Cleary 604 James B. Mingay 606 PART II. —BROOKLYN. Judge Henry a. Moore 614 Judge Andrew Walsh 616 Anthony F. Campbell 617 William Burrill 620 Frank White 621 Israel De Velsor 622 A. B. Thorne 623 Burdett Stryker 628 William H. Furey 629 John T. Finn 630 Chief John Cunni Stock Photo

RM2AKHBFJ–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . t H. Hendrickson 568 Sergeant Christie 570 Bernard Kine 571 John Castles Silas Ling 574. Anthony Yeoman 576 John McLeod Murphy 587 George Erb 594 Captain Burns 596 John Wildey 597 John Bracken 601 William Stockwell, Tenn 602 Thomas Cleary 604 James B. Mingay 606 PART II. —BROOKLYN. Judge Henry a. Moore 614 Judge Andrew Walsh 616 Anthony F. Campbell 617 William Burrill 620 Frank White 621 Israel De Velsor 622 A. B. Thorne 623 Burdett Stryker 628 William H. Furey 629 John T. Finn 630 Chief John Cunni

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . I contend that to control and direct properly a modern firedepartment requires fully as much ability as to command a ship, oran army brigade, and a no less degree of proficiency in training andstudy. One might easily learn to fire a gun and do some executionperhaps, but to direct a battery in actual contest requires somethingbeyond and above this. Soany one may ordinarily throwwater on flames and extin-guish them, but to preserveproperty and prevent a con-flagration is quite anothermatter. Generati Stock Photo

RM2AKCJ6H–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . I contend that to control and direct properly a modern firedepartment requires fully as much ability as to command a ship, oran army brigade, and a no less degree of proficiency in training andstudy. One might easily learn to fire a gun and do some executionperhaps, but to direct a battery in actual contest requires somethingbeyond and above this. Soany one may ordinarily throwwater on flames and extin-guish them, but to preserveproperty and prevent a con-flagration is quite anothermatter. Generati

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . friends. In his business relations he is viewed as being the Soul ofhonor, while his success in life affords additional proof of the pro-gressiveness of our old fire laddies. Richard A. Williams was born in New York, October 2, 1832,and is by occupation a printer. Having moved to Brooklyn, hejoined, as a runner, Jackson Engine 11, and took an active part in the great fire of 1848. In June, 1851, he became a member ofMechanic Hose 2, remaining with that company until its disband-ment in 1869. During Stock Photo

RM2AK9XH8–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . friends. In his business relations he is viewed as being the Soul ofhonor, while his success in life affords additional proof of the pro-gressiveness of our old fire laddies. Richard A. Williams was born in New York, October 2, 1832,and is by occupation a printer. Having moved to Brooklyn, hejoined, as a runner, Jackson Engine 11, and took an active part in the great fire of 1848. In June, 1851, he became a member ofMechanic Hose 2, remaining with that company until its disband-ment in 1869. During

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Niagara Engine No. 4. The Gambling Dens of the City. 103 edge off the mighty sword of Justice when she was about to de-capitate certain people, or save unwary firemen from ruin anddisgrace ; that he had pockets so mysteriously connected with hisnervous system that the introduction therein of certain pieces of moneywould instantly deprive him of sense and sight and hearing — to haveuttered any of these things would no doubt have been a crime againstthe municipal throne. In Broadway, in Prince Street Stock Photo

RM2AKGE1A–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Niagara Engine No. 4. The Gambling Dens of the City. 103 edge off the mighty sword of Justice when she was about to de-capitate certain people, or save unwary firemen from ruin anddisgrace ; that he had pockets so mysteriously connected with hisnervous system that the introduction therein of certain pieces of moneywould instantly deprive him of sense and sight and hearing — to haveuttered any of these things would no doubt have been a crime againstthe municipal throne. In Broadway, in Prince Street

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . he ticketthat was indorsed at that famedpolitical head-quarters carried theward. This was why all splitsstruggled hard, even to bloody rows,to obtain an indorsement. Reg-ularity in the old Sixth was ofttimesonly won by black eyes, torn coats,and dilapidated hats. The knowing politicians of the ward never went well dressedto a caucus ? meeting at Dooleys Long-Room. I have seenone side whipped out and the other whipped in many a time ;and once, when John Emmons was the candidate, nothing gavehim the Stock Photo

RM2AKGWDT–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . he ticketthat was indorsed at that famedpolitical head-quarters carried theward. This was why all splitsstruggled hard, even to bloody rows,to obtain an indorsement. Reg-ularity in the old Sixth was ofttimesonly won by black eyes, torn coats,and dilapidated hats. The knowing politicians of the ward never went well dressedto a caucus ? meeting at Dooleys Long-Room. I have seenone side whipped out and the other whipped in many a time ;and once, when John Emmons was the candidate, nothing gavehim the

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ommittee appointed to conduct the order of receiving their excellenciesGovernor Clinton and General Washington Beg leave to inform their fellow-citizens that the troops under the command ofMajor-General Knox will take possession of the city at the hour agreed on, Tuesday;as soon as this may be performed, he will request the citizens who may be assembledon horseback at the Bowling Green, the lower end of the Broadway, to accompanyhim to meet their excellencies Governor Clinton and General Washington Stock Photo

RM2AKFBF2–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ommittee appointed to conduct the order of receiving their excellenciesGovernor Clinton and General Washington Beg leave to inform their fellow-citizens that the troops under the command ofMajor-General Knox will take possession of the city at the hour agreed on, Tuesday;as soon as this may be performed, he will request the citizens who may be assembledon horseback at the Bowling Green, the lower end of the Broadway, to accompanyhim to meet their excellencies Governor Clinton and General Washington

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . the gable, andmaking a flat roof, is due to their enterprise. However objectionableas destroying the artistic unity of the structure, yet, as it added a newstory, this small consideration had to be neglected. Afterward thelower row of iron pillars in front was added when the building passedunder the control of S. B. Chittenden & Co. The loss by this fire isestimated at about $1,500,000. When first discovered, the ironshutters prevented all ingress to the building until the fire hadreached a point b Stock Photo

RM2AKFJFE–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . the gable, andmaking a flat roof, is due to their enterprise. However objectionableas destroying the artistic unity of the structure, yet, as it added a newstory, this small consideration had to be neglected. Afterward thelower row of iron pillars in front was added when the building passedunder the control of S. B. Chittenden & Co. The loss by this fire isestimated at about $1,500,000. When first discovered, the ironshutters prevented all ingress to the building until the fire hadreached a point b

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . e company which Foreman Sullivan commands is one of thehardest worked in the Department, and they are generally termedthe wreckers, from the fact that at all large fires they are invariablycalled upon to do the heaviest kind of work, and remain to finish upamong the debris of the destroyed building. John Binns, who in 1885 was presented by Mayor Grace withthe Bennett Medal for bravery in saving life at the St. Georges flatfire, is in his twenty-eighth year. He has a pleasant, open counte-nance, and Stock Photo

RM2AKBC2J–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . e company which Foreman Sullivan commands is one of thehardest worked in the Department, and they are generally termedthe wreckers, from the fact that at all large fires they are invariablycalled upon to do the heaviest kind of work, and remain to finish upamong the debris of the destroyed building. John Binns, who in 1885 was presented by Mayor Grace withthe Bennett Medal for bravery in saving life at the St. Georges flatfire, is in his twenty-eighth year. He has a pleasant, open counte-nance, and

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . trange tosay, with the coming in of cheap groceries the Five Points can dateits change for the worse; for not until the original cheap grocery-man bought out a noted harridan called Rossana Peers—who kepta small two-story yellow frame house, exactly next door to the pilesof mahogany logs that were on the Collect, a few doors south ofAnthony Street, and directly opposite the Union House, kept byJohnny Ellingham — did the Forties—the name of a gang ofyoung thieves — become so notorious as they did. T Stock Photo

RM2AKH2M1–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . trange tosay, with the coming in of cheap groceries the Five Points can dateits change for the worse; for not until the original cheap grocery-man bought out a noted harridan called Rossana Peers—who kepta small two-story yellow frame house, exactly next door to the pilesof mahogany logs that were on the Collect, a few doors south ofAnthony Street, and directly opposite the Union House, kept byJohnny Ellingham — did the Forties—the name of a gang ofyoung thieves — become so notorious as they did. T

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ry occasion where prompt action on the part of his sub-ordinates is demanded. Like men of character he is a true disciplinarian, and as suchmay have gained for himself the enmity of many, although viewedwith favor by those who recognize in him one having at heart theinterests of the Department. Chief Campbell has, upon more than one occasion, fully demon-strated the wisdom of the course he is pursuing, by succeeding inunearthing the drones in the Department who are averse to stretch- of enjoying th Stock Photo

RM2AKB8CB–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ry occasion where prompt action on the part of his sub-ordinates is demanded. Like men of character he is a true disciplinarian, and as suchmay have gained for himself the enmity of many, although viewedwith favor by those who recognize in him one having at heart theinterests of the Department. Chief Campbell has, upon more than one occasion, fully demon-strated the wisdom of the course he is pursuing, by succeeding inunearthing the drones in the Department who are averse to stretch- of enjoying th

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . at city. In. 1858 they received andwelcomed to this city Relief Engine Company No. 11, of Albany, incompany with Howard Engine Company No. 34, of New York, andalso in the same year they received Hibernia Engine Company No. 1,of Philadelphia, in company with Americus Engine Company No. 6, of New York. At the celebration of the opening of the RidgewoodWater Works, they received as their guests Columbian Engine Com-pany No. 6, of Newark, N. J. ; also, Washington Engine CompanyNo. 3 and Red Jacket Engi Stock Photo

RM2AKAYDG–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . at city. In. 1858 they received andwelcomed to this city Relief Engine Company No. 11, of Albany, incompany with Howard Engine Company No. 34, of New York, andalso in the same year they received Hibernia Engine Company No. 1,of Philadelphia, in company with Americus Engine Company No. 6, of New York. At the celebration of the opening of the RidgewoodWater Works, they received as their guests Columbian Engine Com-pany No. 6, of Newark, N. J. ; also, Washington Engine CompanyNo. 3 and Red Jacket Engi

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ave been rapid and great; butthe demands upon such apparatus have much more than equaled these improvements.18 274 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. We need but to compare the heights and depths and lengths and breadths of modernmercantile buildings with those of earlier days, to realize the vast change which hastaken place in this respect. These are often crowded with inflammable material to anextent formerly unknown, and indeed impossible. They are already so high thathuman muscles refuse th Stock Photo

RM2AKFD8T–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ave been rapid and great; butthe demands upon such apparatus have much more than equaled these improvements.18 274 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. We need but to compare the heights and depths and lengths and breadths of modernmercantile buildings with those of earlier days, to realize the vast change which hastaken place in this respect. These are often crowded with inflammable material to anextent formerly unknown, and indeed impossible. They are already so high thathuman muscles refuse th

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . yed it ever so much, but wishyou could go home with me. Somehow I cant bear to leave youalone ! When, after killing a considerable amount of time waiting forMr. Hunter, Lulu received a telegram from her father, saying hewould be detained till late, she was sorry she hadnt gone homewith Fannie. But she concluded the best thing for her to do was to lose herloneliness in sleep; therefore it wasnt long before she was un-conscious of everything. She didnt know how many hours it was since she went to her Stock Photo

RM2AKG4D9–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . yed it ever so much, but wishyou could go home with me. Somehow I cant bear to leave youalone ! When, after killing a considerable amount of time waiting forMr. Hunter, Lulu received a telegram from her father, saying hewould be detained till late, she was sorry she hadnt gone homewith Fannie. But she concluded the best thing for her to do was to lose herloneliness in sleep; therefore it wasnt long before she was un-conscious of everything. She didnt know how many hours it was since she went to her

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . s tea store, in South Street, near Dover, caught fire, andthirty buildings were destroyed. It was on that night, at the requestof Chief Anderson, that Mr. Sleight ran from the scene of the fire up toFifteenth Street, near Seventh Avenue, with an order to the foremanof engine 48 to bring the engine to the fire without delay. By the This he did through the winter and summer, and many was thetime that he carried to a fire large wooden blocks chained togetherfor the purpose of allowing the engine to cr Stock Photo

RM2AKCD77–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . s tea store, in South Street, near Dover, caught fire, andthirty buildings were destroyed. It was on that night, at the requestof Chief Anderson, that Mr. Sleight ran from the scene of the fire up toFifteenth Street, near Seventh Avenue, with an order to the foremanof engine 48 to bring the engine to the fire without delay. By the This he did through the winter and summer, and many was thetime that he carried to a fire large wooden blocks chained togetherfor the purpose of allowing the engine to cr

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 760 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. F. & A. M., Royal Arcanum, Long Island Council of the WesternDistrict, and the Masonic Relief Association. He is also an enthu-siastic member of the Mombashshaw Fishing Club. In 1871 he became an active member of the Thirteenth RegimentN. Y. S. M., and has performed meritorious service in that organiza-tion. He has been for years a member of the Veteran Associationof that famous organization. Mr. Brown is associated with his brother in business as a lock-s Stock Photo

RM2AKA14G–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 760 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. F. & A. M., Royal Arcanum, Long Island Council of the WesternDistrict, and the Masonic Relief Association. He is also an enthu-siastic member of the Mombashshaw Fishing Club. In 1871 he became an active member of the Thirteenth RegimentN. Y. S. M., and has performed meritorious service in that organiza-tion. He has been for years a member of the Veteran Associationof that famous organization. Mr. Brown is associated with his brother in business as a lock-s

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . succeeded insaving the life of a servantnamed Lizzie Sullivan, there-by drawing forth merited pub-lic praise. As a fireman in hisyounger days he excelled, while his untiring efforts in behalf of thesufferers from yellow fever during the year 1878, when he inaugu-rated a monster benefit in their behalf, have been universally regardedas acts of genuine philanthropy. Louis F. Hallen.—Empire Engine No. 34 for a long time tookthe lead among the many engine companies of the Old Department.Away back in th Stock Photo

RM2AKBGKR–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . succeeded insaving the life of a servantnamed Lizzie Sullivan, there-by drawing forth merited pub-lic praise. As a fireman in hisyounger days he excelled, while his untiring efforts in behalf of thesufferers from yellow fever during the year 1878, when he inaugu-rated a monster benefit in their behalf, have been universally regardedas acts of genuine philanthropy. Louis F. Hallen.—Empire Engine No. 34 for a long time tookthe lead among the many engine companies of the Old Department.Away back in th

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . p and down the bay for Forsyths saddle-rocks, and clams fromRockaway ; deck-hands of the Albany, Troy, and Providence steam-boats ; sailors from whaling voyages, and Jack Tars after a threeyears cruise in a man-of-war. It was a jubilee, indeed, to the land-lords of the Points when the crew of a United States ship-of-war gotpaid off. Butchers from Fulton Market, butchers from Brooklyn ;pilots from Sandy Hook, after a long cruise ; athletes from ParkRow; sports and fire laddies from around town,—in f Stock Photo

RM2AKH0HT–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . p and down the bay for Forsyths saddle-rocks, and clams fromRockaway ; deck-hands of the Albany, Troy, and Providence steam-boats ; sailors from whaling voyages, and Jack Tars after a threeyears cruise in a man-of-war. It was a jubilee, indeed, to the land-lords of the Points when the crew of a United States ship-of-war gotpaid off. Butchers from Fulton Market, butchers from Brooklyn ;pilots from Sandy Hook, after a long cruise ; athletes from ParkRow; sports and fire laddies from around town,—in f

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . XIX. OTHING can be more conducive to the feeling of secu-rity which should pervade a community with regard tothe means available for extinguishing conflagrations thana well organized and disciplined fire department. Is itnot, then, to be wondered that Brooklyn, after having experiencedthe insufficiency of the old volunteer system and witnessed the successwhich attended the workings of the paid Department in New York,should look forward with much satisfaction to the permanent estab-lishment of the n Stock Photo

RM2AKA90X–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . XIX. OTHING can be more conducive to the feeling of secu-rity which should pervade a community with regard tothe means available for extinguishing conflagrations thana well organized and disciplined fire department. Is itnot, then, to be wondered that Brooklyn, after having experiencedthe insufficiency of the old volunteer system and witnessed the successwhich attended the workings of the paid Department in New York,should look forward with much satisfaction to the permanent estab-lishment of the n

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . James Monaghan. Emporium Life Insurance Company, was for a number of years rep-resentative and trustee of old 21. William H. Chesley was the firstforeman of this company. Samuel Cross served as foreman of thecompany in 1857. John J. Green served as foreman of the company 836 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. in 1858. He was formerly foreman of Constitution No. 7, and oneof the assistant engineers. Tunis C. Bergen was born in NewUtrecht, and followed the trade of carpenter. He was at one timesu Stock Photo

RM2AK9TAC–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . James Monaghan. Emporium Life Insurance Company, was for a number of years rep-resentative and trustee of old 21. William H. Chesley was the firstforeman of this company. Samuel Cross served as foreman of thecompany in 1857. John J. Green served as foreman of the company 836 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. in 1858. He was formerly foreman of Constitution No. 7, and oneof the assistant engineers. Tunis C. Bergen was born in NewUtrecht, and followed the trade of carpenter. He was at one timesu

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . it is a pleasure to know that when taken away by death, and whenwant actually overtakes their families, a ministering hand can befound ready to nourish and sustain the widow and orphan withouttheir being forced to accept public charity. The report that a substantial sum has been added to the fund ofthe Volunteer Firemens Association, by the receipts from the ballheld at the Metropolitan Opera House in February, 1885, has broughtto my mind a circumstance connected with that older institutionknown as Stock Photo

RM2AKFXKK–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . it is a pleasure to know that when taken away by death, and whenwant actually overtakes their families, a ministering hand can befound ready to nourish and sustain the widow and orphan withouttheir being forced to accept public charity. The report that a substantial sum has been added to the fund ofthe Volunteer Firemens Association, by the receipts from the ballheld at the Metropolitan Opera House in February, 1885, has broughtto my mind a circumstance connected with that older institutionknown as

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . fullyadequate to the present and prospective needs of the retired firemenand their widows and orphans. It is an amendment to the old bill, and in effect provides that10 per cent, of the excisefunds shall be turned intothe fund, together with thereceipts from the sale of con-demned personal propertybelonging to the Depart-ment, as well as the moneyg= which is saved on specialjjf; leaves of firemen, and which|j»r4 DiMH-iK- rcvercid lo the ciu11 ? ,iirv riic bill will increase the revenue of theW fund Stock Photo

RM2AKCJEH–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . fullyadequate to the present and prospective needs of the retired firemenand their widows and orphans. It is an amendment to the old bill, and in effect provides that10 per cent, of the excisefunds shall be turned intothe fund, together with thereceipts from the sale of con-demned personal propertybelonging to the Depart-ment, as well as the moneyg= which is saved on specialjjf; leaves of firemen, and which|j»r4 DiMH-iK- rcvercid lo the ciu11 ? ,iirv riic bill will increase the revenue of theW fund

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . xtent of being lavish, he never allowshis left hand to know what his right hand does. Christian Scheick, Jr., was born in New York, June 15, 1843,and joined Eagle Hose No. 1 in July, 1864. As a member of the Volunteer Department, Mr.Scheick performed manyheroic acts, besides givinghis time and money to theadvancement of the inter-ests of the organization.Mr. Scheick is attached tothe City Court, where his„v, practical knowledge of thejfgt workings of this branch|H of the judicial government^ makes Stock Photo

RM2AKBDNB–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . xtent of being lavish, he never allowshis left hand to know what his right hand does. Christian Scheick, Jr., was born in New York, June 15, 1843,and joined Eagle Hose No. 1 in July, 1864. As a member of the Volunteer Department, Mr.Scheick performed manyheroic acts, besides givinghis time and money to theadvancement of the inter-ests of the organization.Mr. Scheick is attached tothe City Court, where his„v, practical knowledge of thejfgt workings of this branch|H of the judicial government^ makes

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . l such things, and it seemsthat it takes money to get any work under the city government, nomatter how unimportant the place is. Bracken has honorable discharges from both the Fire and PoliceDepartments. 604 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies John Dunlavev is another old-timer, and joined Hook andLadder No. 4 in 1863. For a number of years he represented thatcompany in the board of trustees, and remained in that capacityuntil the disbandment of the volunteer force. Mr. Dunlavey is athorough gent Stock Photo

RM2AKB5BG–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . l such things, and it seemsthat it takes money to get any work under the city government, nomatter how unimportant the place is. Bracken has honorable discharges from both the Fire and PoliceDepartments. 604 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies John Dunlavev is another old-timer, and joined Hook andLadder No. 4 in 1863. For a number of years he represented thatcompany in the board of trustees, and remained in that capacityuntil the disbandment of the volunteer force. Mr. Dunlavey is athorough gent

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . od-engravings. It is a work whichmust have cost between $2000 and $3000 to print. I have alsoseveral works in the French language ; as also others in English,written by James Braidwood, who may be fairly called the father ofthe fire service in England, and by E. M. Shaw, Mr. Braidwoodssuccessor, and present chief ofthe London Fire Brigade. Thefirst printed account of whichwe have knowledge of any fireapparatus was written twohundred and fifty years beforethe Christian era by CtesibiusAlexandria. Ct Stock Photo

RM2AKAWE2–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . od-engravings. It is a work whichmust have cost between $2000 and $3000 to print. I have alsoseveral works in the French language ; as also others in English,written by James Braidwood, who may be fairly called the father ofthe fire service in England, and by E. M. Shaw, Mr. Braidwoodssuccessor, and present chief ofthe London Fire Brigade. Thefirst printed account of whichwe have knowledge of any fireapparatus was written twohundred and fifty years beforethe Christian era by CtesibiusAlexandria. Ct

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . became insensible ashe reached the window, and was seen sitting motionless there untilswept away. A few lowered themselves from the second-storywindows on the Floods Alley side; but the great mass stood help-lessly blocked in. The smoke became unbearable, and the policeand firemen who had been able to penetrate the crowd at all wereobliged to retire. They seized as many of the paralyzed bodies asthey could and dragged them into the street, passing on their wayout over piles of insensible men and bo Stock Photo

RM2AKA9W5–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . became insensible ashe reached the window, and was seen sitting motionless there untilswept away. A few lowered themselves from the second-storywindows on the Floods Alley side; but the great mass stood help-lessly blocked in. The smoke became unbearable, and the policeand firemen who had been able to penetrate the crowd at all wereobliged to retire. They seized as many of the paralyzed bodies asthey could and dragged them into the street, passing on their wayout over piles of insensible men and bo

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . on by Mayor F. C. Latrobe, ex-Fire ChiefHarry Howard responded, and said : Mr. Mayor : It is my happy privilege to respond in behalf of the Veteran Volun-teer Firemen of New York to your very nattering address of welcome, accompanyingit with these ancient and beautiful symbols, the keys of your old and magnificentMonumental City. We have command of words, but they are inadequate to expressour heartfelt thanks and gratitude : our hearts are filled with what the clergymen terma halo of rapture in lis Stock Photo

RM2AKFAWE–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . on by Mayor F. C. Latrobe, ex-Fire ChiefHarry Howard responded, and said : Mr. Mayor : It is my happy privilege to respond in behalf of the Veteran Volun-teer Firemen of New York to your very nattering address of welcome, accompanyingit with these ancient and beautiful symbols, the keys of your old and magnificentMonumental City. We have command of words, but they are inadequate to expressour heartfelt thanks and gratitude : our hearts are filled with what the clergymen terma halo of rapture in lis

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . orshaving the public out of its ownin the city. The most barefacedtransactions were performed withimpunity. Men were cupped orsoft-soaped out of their money byhundreds daily, and yet it was tol-erated. The papers, at this time,puffed and gave notoriety to it untilat last the head of this concern—Sam Grant, the barber—was driven, for causes best known tohimself, to seek the golden shores of California, to better himself andlead a different life. Little did James Gordon Bennett, at the timehe put him Stock Photo

RM2AKH8YH–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . orshaving the public out of its ownin the city. The most barefacedtransactions were performed withimpunity. Men were cupped orsoft-soaped out of their money byhundreds daily, and yet it was tol-erated. The papers, at this time,puffed and gave notoriety to it untilat last the head of this concern—Sam Grant, the barber—was driven, for causes best known tohimself, to seek the golden shores of California, to better himself andlead a different life. Little did James Gordon Bennett, at the timehe put him

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Win. W. Brown. Short Biographies. 841 efforts and success. Active in all private enterprises and eager topromote the public good, he has made integrity, probity, and moralitythe rule of his whole career. John F. Tandy was born in New York City, February 17, 1835,and came to South Brooklyn when quite young. After leavingschool he studied law in the office of Charles T. Cromwell, a promi-nent lawyer in New York City, and was subsequently appointed toa clerkship in the American Exchange Bank, and afte Stock Photo

RM2AJMKXY–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Win. W. Brown. Short Biographies. 841 efforts and success. Active in all private enterprises and eager topromote the public good, he has made integrity, probity, and moralitythe rule of his whole career. John F. Tandy was born in New York City, February 17, 1835,and came to South Brooklyn when quite young. After leavingschool he studied law in the office of Charles T. Cromwell, a promi-nent lawyer in New York City, and was subsequently appointed toa clerkship in the American Exchange Bank, and afte

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ganization. The company furnished to the Ball Committee, whose object wasto give entertainments and in other ways raise money in aid of theWidows and Orphans Fund, the following members : Anthony F.Campbell, Peter H. Taws, John W. Underhill, Andrew M. Under-bill, George H. Hayward, and Richard A. Williams. All of these >4 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. gentlemen displayed unquestioned zeal while serving on the com-mittee. The following-named members of 2 Hose took an active part inthe ba Stock Photo

RM2AKAGCD–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ganization. The company furnished to the Ball Committee, whose object wasto give entertainments and in other ways raise money in aid of theWidows and Orphans Fund, the following members : Anthony F.Campbell, Peter H. Taws, John W. Underhill, Andrew M. Under-bill, George H. Hayward, and Richard A. Williams. All of these >4 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. gentlemen displayed unquestioned zeal while serving on the com-mittee. The following-named members of 2 Hose took an active part inthe ba

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . in the processionat Washington. It was greatly admired along the route, and noneseemed more proud of the attention shown the famous apparatus thanMr. Trippler himself. Quietand retiring in disposition, Mr.Trippler enjoys the respect ofa large number of friends. Thomas P. Walsh.—Thereare very many who, as resi-dents either of the Fifth, Sixth,or Eighth Ward of New York, ^have reason to remember the r§many acts of generosity tendered them by Mr. Walsh. Born -^in Ireland in 1834, he came to America in Stock Photo

RM2AKBG9W–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . in the processionat Washington. It was greatly admired along the route, and noneseemed more proud of the attention shown the famous apparatus thanMr. Trippler himself. Quietand retiring in disposition, Mr.Trippler enjoys the respect ofa large number of friends. Thomas P. Walsh.—Thereare very many who, as resi-dents either of the Fifth, Sixth,or Eighth Ward of New York, ^have reason to remember the r§many acts of generosity tendered them by Mr. Walsh. Born -^in Ireland in 1834, he came to America in

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . r,of Hook and Ladder Company No. 3, with his command, was in front of the burningbuilding in less than two minutes from the time the alarm was sounded, and on hisarrival saw a female form partly hanging out of the fourth-story window. He ordereda forty-two-foot ladder placed against the building, which was done with almost thespeed of thought, but it proved to be about ten feet short. He ordered that it beplaced on the highest step of the front stoop. Fireman Flood (than whom no moregallant inan is Stock Photo

RM2AKCC39–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . r,of Hook and Ladder Company No. 3, with his command, was in front of the burningbuilding in less than two minutes from the time the alarm was sounded, and on hisarrival saw a female form partly hanging out of the fourth-story window. He ordereda forty-two-foot ladder placed against the building, which was done with almost thespeed of thought, but it proved to be about ten feet short. He ordered that it beplaced on the highest step of the front stoop. Fireman Flood (than whom no moregallant inan is

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . e-witnesses to the affair declared that the report exceededthat produced by a discharge of gunpowder. The explosion causedthe burning timbers to be thrown in every direction; some fallingupon the frame structure occupied by Mr. Tapscott for the storageof turpentine. The situation was fast becoming critical, while thenoise occasioned by the explosion caused hundreds of people to flockin droves to the scene of the disaster. At one time a panic among the firemen seemed imminent, andmany were seen to j Stock Photo

RM2AKABT1–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . e-witnesses to the affair declared that the report exceededthat produced by a discharge of gunpowder. The explosion causedthe burning timbers to be thrown in every direction; some fallingupon the frame structure occupied by Mr. Tapscott for the storageof turpentine. The situation was fast becoming critical, while thenoise occasioned by the explosion caused hundreds of people to flockin droves to the scene of the disaster. At one time a panic among the firemen seemed imminent, andmany were seen to j

RM2AKB49C–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. .

RM2AK9RX6–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . James Monaghan. Emporium Life Insurance Company, was for a number of years rep-resentative and trustee of old 21. William H. Chesley was the firstforeman of this company. Samuel Cross served as foreman of thecompany in 1857. John J. Green served as foreman of the company 836 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. in 1858. He was formerly foreman of Constitution No. 7, and oneof the assistant engineers. Tunis C. Bergen was born in NewUtrecht, and followed the trade of carpenter. He was at one timesu

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 49 and 51 PARK PLACE, 206 and 208 FULTON ST. NEW YORK.. Allen & Co. mfrs Metropolitan Fire Escape and Metropolitan Ladder andWater Tower, and All kinds of Iron Workfor Buildings. Works and Office, 140 E. 41st Street, New-York. Bartoours Macrame Flax Tlireafls.Barters Patent Macrame Desks,Barbours Macrame Instruction Book. Sold by all respectable dealers throughout the Stock Photo

RM2AJMF4F–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 49 and 51 PARK PLACE, 206 and 208 FULTON ST. NEW YORK.. Allen & Co. mfrs Metropolitan Fire Escape and Metropolitan Ladder andWater Tower, and All kinds of Iron Workfor Buildings. Works and Office, 140 E. 41st Street, New-York. Bartoours Macrame Flax Tlireafls.Barters Patent Macrame Desks,Barbours Macrame Instruction Book. Sold by all respectable dealers throughout the

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . with Hook and Ladder No. 10, in the same building, were ready in fourteen seconds.Engine No. 6, in Cedar Street, Captain Connor, was equally prompt, and the onlytrouble that Captain Crum, of Engine No. 4, had was to keep the boys from going outwith the apparatus before the gong was done striking. Theres the companys pet under the engine. Here, Tom! said one of thefiremen. Out bounded a striped gray cat, with four as white paws as ever were seen. A Well-Disciplined Cat. 34-3 That cat ought to be on Stock Photo

RM2AKCPW7–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . with Hook and Ladder No. 10, in the same building, were ready in fourteen seconds.Engine No. 6, in Cedar Street, Captain Connor, was equally prompt, and the onlytrouble that Captain Crum, of Engine No. 4, had was to keep the boys from going outwith the apparatus before the gong was done striking. Theres the companys pet under the engine. Here, Tom! said one of thefiremen. Out bounded a striped gray cat, with four as white paws as ever were seen. A Well-Disciplined Cat. 34-3 That cat ought to be on

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . r secretaryof Putnam Engine. He is now in the wholesale paint business inBrooklyn. George Ketcham was also secretary of the company for twoterms, and was for many years connected with the Fall River Lineof Steamers. He is now the popular superintendent of the IronSteamboat Company. James R. Lewis, originally from Eureka Hose No. 14, served ;secretary and representative of Putnam Engine. He is now on thestaff of the Journal of Commerce. John Williamson joined Putnam Engine Company in 1865, andserved Stock Photo

RM2AJMK9R–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . r secretaryof Putnam Engine. He is now in the wholesale paint business inBrooklyn. George Ketcham was also secretary of the company for twoterms, and was for many years connected with the Fall River Lineof Steamers. He is now the popular superintendent of the IronSteamboat Company. James R. Lewis, originally from Eureka Hose No. 14, served ;secretary and representative of Putnam Engine. He is now on thestaff of the Journal of Commerce. John Williamson joined Putnam Engine Company in 1865, andserved

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ratuitously performed duties on behalf of the city. It is allvery well for the man-milliners of the press — for the sweepings of adry-goods store and the dregs and incapables of a staff of counter-jumpers, transferred by their employers into a printing-office, andmetamorphosed, to their own surprise and the public ridicule, intocritics of public affairs — it is natural for such effeminate specimensof humanity to envy and dislike the hardy sons of toil who — notcontent with honorable daily labor, th Stock Photo

RM2AKA8EN–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ratuitously performed duties on behalf of the city. It is allvery well for the man-milliners of the press — for the sweepings of adry-goods store and the dregs and incapables of a staff of counter-jumpers, transferred by their employers into a printing-office, andmetamorphosed, to their own surprise and the public ridicule, intocritics of public affairs — it is natural for such effeminate specimensof humanity to envy and dislike the hardy sons of toil who — notcontent with honorable daily labor, th

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . as constantly coming before theboard. He was noted for devotion to duty, and while in the boarddeservedly merited the popularity accorded to those of our businessmen who find time and make sacrifices to aid in securing a faithfuladministration of public affairs. In politics Mr. Avila has always given a conscientious support toRepublican principles, and holds, and has held for many years, a Short Biographies. 757 prominent position in Eleventh Ward Republican circles. As pres-ident of the S. M. Gris Stock Photo

RM2AKA1RG–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . as constantly coming before theboard. He was noted for devotion to duty, and while in the boarddeservedly merited the popularity accorded to those of our businessmen who find time and make sacrifices to aid in securing a faithfuladministration of public affairs. In politics Mr. Avila has always given a conscientious support toRepublican principles, and holds, and has held for many years, a Short Biographies. 757 prominent position in Eleventh Ward Republican circles. As pres-ident of the S. M. Gris

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . CONTENTS. CHAPTER I.—The earliest fire-engines—Devices and inventions — Some early recordsof the Old Department — The first firemen ever appointed in America—Thefirst introduction of hose, etc., etc CHAPTER II.—Noted characters and resorts — Barnums fire — Sam Welchs terra-pin stews — The Herald site — St. Pauls church — The notorious £TappeFranc—Where the Empire Club dined and rendezvoused — An old-time stand-ing-place for cheats and robbers CHAPTER III. —Old fire heroes —Fire company regulations Stock Photo

RM2AKHBY7–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . CONTENTS. CHAPTER I.—The earliest fire-engines—Devices and inventions — Some early recordsof the Old Department — The first firemen ever appointed in America—Thefirst introduction of hose, etc., etc CHAPTER II.—Noted characters and resorts — Barnums fire — Sam Welchs terra-pin stews — The Herald site — St. Pauls church — The notorious £TappeFranc—Where the Empire Club dined and rendezvoused — An old-time stand-ing-place for cheats and robbers CHAPTER III. —Old fire heroes —Fire company regulations

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . affable gentleman, ever ready to succor the needy, andthoroughly honest in all his transactions. He is a prominent mem-ber of the Volunteer Firemens Association of New York. John E. Hallett formerly belonged to United States EngineNo. 23, which was organized in 1797, and located in Broadway, nearAnthony Street; subsequentlyit was removed to quarters inAnthony Street, near Broad-way, where it was disbandedAugust 5, 1846. In March, 1852, the com-pany was again reorganizedand located in Twelfth Street Stock Photo

RM2AKB9DY–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . affable gentleman, ever ready to succor the needy, andthoroughly honest in all his transactions. He is a prominent mem-ber of the Volunteer Firemens Association of New York. John E. Hallett formerly belonged to United States EngineNo. 23, which was organized in 1797, and located in Broadway, nearAnthony Street; subsequentlyit was removed to quarters inAnthony Street, near Broad-way, where it was disbandedAugust 5, 1846. In March, 1852, the com-pany was again reorganizedand located in Twelfth Street

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . orses. She can run a mile with a clear track in threeminutes and a half, and can turn a pretty sharp corner. The propellers look very much like the other engines, the only noticeable differencebeing that the hind wheels are provided with blunt spurs on the tire, to preventslipping, and a wrought-iron chain, running from the center shaft around an attach-ment to one of the hind wheels, gives the motion. When she arrives at a fire a pinis pulled out, allowing the shaft to revolve without moving the c Stock Photo

RM2AKCR75–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . orses. She can run a mile with a clear track in threeminutes and a half, and can turn a pretty sharp corner. The propellers look very much like the other engines, the only noticeable differencebeing that the hind wheels are provided with blunt spurs on the tire, to preventslipping, and a wrought-iron chain, running from the center shaft around an attach-ment to one of the hind wheels, gives the motion. When she arrives at a fire a pinis pulled out, allowing the shaft to revolve without moving the c

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . located. I recall the old building, said he, asdistinctly as I do the occasion of a memorable run I had once to afire. I was going along Centre Street at the time, and had justpassed by where Joe Keller kept his House of Lords, when whoshould come along on a double quick but Matt Brennan with a jum-per. Says he: Fall in, John ! and he beckoned to me. I hadnothing to do but fall in, and I jumped in at the head of the rope. Wewent along flying ; the laddies who had hold began to fall off comingup the Stock Photo

RM2AKG51R–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . located. I recall the old building, said he, asdistinctly as I do the occasion of a memorable run I had once to afire. I was going along Centre Street at the time, and had justpassed by where Joe Keller kept his House of Lords, when whoshould come along on a double quick but Matt Brennan with a jum-per. Says he: Fall in, John ! and he beckoned to me. I hadnothing to do but fall in, and I jumped in at the head of the rope. Wewent along flying ; the laddies who had hold began to fall off comingup the

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . s in thisyear, when none of the up-town companies would go to the SecondDistrict on alarms of fire, which were then remarkably prevalentin that district, and where all were needed, No. 17 was solicitedto join them in opposition, or wait at the City Hall until all thecompanies came up, and then go down in a body. This the com-pany, through Mr. Wright, positively refused to do, but did as theywere wont to do, go wherever and whenever the bell directed,and the result was, they never were molested. Mr. Stock Photo

RM2AKAXRN–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . s in thisyear, when none of the up-town companies would go to the SecondDistrict on alarms of fire, which were then remarkably prevalentin that district, and where all were needed, No. 17 was solicitedto join them in opposition, or wait at the City Hall until all thecompanies came up, and then go down in a body. This the com-pany, through Mr. Wright, positively refused to do, but did as theywere wont to do, go wherever and whenever the bell directed,and the result was, they never were molested. Mr.

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Chief J. J. Fanning. nearly thirty years, engaged in the produce business in WashingtonMarket, N. Y. He is a very prominent member of the latelyorganized Volunteer Firemens Association of Brooklyn, WesternDistrict, and is extremely popular among a large and influentialcircle of friends. Peter Wilson was born in New York, June 21, 1843. He at-tended Ward School No. 12 until 1859, when he entered the Collegeof New York, at that time known as the Free Academy, where heremained for eighteen months. Upo Stock Photo

RM2AJMP01–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Chief J. J. Fanning. nearly thirty years, engaged in the produce business in WashingtonMarket, N. Y. He is a very prominent member of the latelyorganized Volunteer Firemens Association of Brooklyn, WesternDistrict, and is extremely popular among a large and influentialcircle of friends. Peter Wilson was born in New York, June 21, 1843. He at-tended Ward School No. 12 until 1859, when he entered the Collegeof New York, at that time known as the Free Academy, where heremained for eighteen months. Upo

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . r those who found no con-solation in the grape, andcigars to soothe the perturbedspirit of losers. Around thisdelightful banquet, free to allcomers, a few gentlemen satlanguidly eating and scarceglanced at our friend Jenkinsas he entered. In this pleas-ant chamber the young fire-man sought in vain for thosefatal but attractive instru-ments of play, that, inventedoriginally to amuse a child,have ended by being the de-struction of men. There was,however, a bony click sound-ing from the back chamber,a Stock Photo

RM2AKGDK2–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . r those who found no con-solation in the grape, andcigars to soothe the perturbedspirit of losers. Around thisdelightful banquet, free to allcomers, a few gentlemen satlanguidly eating and scarceglanced at our friend Jenkinsas he entered. In this pleas-ant chamber the young fire-man sought in vain for thosefatal but attractive instru-ments of play, that, inventedoriginally to amuse a child,have ended by being the de-struction of men. There was,however, a bony click sound-ing from the back chamber,a

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ooklyn Fire Department in 1858,and was elected secretary of Putnam Engine Company, serving oneterm. He then resigned and entered the army. Theodore Manee served in Putnam Engine Company, as sec-retary, one term, and is now living in New Jersey. Harmanus Bennett was born, March 2, 1841, on N. W. cornerof Fulton and High streets, Brooklyn, and removed to SouthBrooklyn when a child. He attended Public School No. 10 and thePolytechnic Institute. Mr. Bennett acted as assistant provostmarshal of 4th Cong Stock Photo

RM2AJMM5C–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ooklyn Fire Department in 1858,and was elected secretary of Putnam Engine Company, serving oneterm. He then resigned and entered the army. Theodore Manee served in Putnam Engine Company, as sec-retary, one term, and is now living in New Jersey. Harmanus Bennett was born, March 2, 1841, on N. W. cornerof Fulton and High streets, Brooklyn, and removed to SouthBrooklyn when a child. He attended Public School No. 10 and thePolytechnic Institute. Mr. Bennett acted as assistant provostmarshal of 4th Cong

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 2io Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. Arrah-nah-Pogue was prosperously launched. In 1866, MissBateman came, and was warmly welcomed ; Miss Maggie Mitchellenacted Fanchon; and Mr. Dillons Belphegor elicited enthusiasticsympathy. In 1867, the Black Crook fever set in, and this, withbrief intermissions, raged for along run. Occasions of truedramatic interest, calculated toarouse the imagination and im-press the mind, have not of latebeen numerous at Niblos Thea-ter, though—as indicated in thisgla Stock Photo

RM2AKFTFR–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 2io Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. Arrah-nah-Pogue was prosperously launched. In 1866, MissBateman came, and was warmly welcomed ; Miss Maggie Mitchellenacted Fanchon; and Mr. Dillons Belphegor elicited enthusiasticsympathy. In 1867, the Black Crook fever set in, and this, withbrief intermissions, raged for along run. Occasions of truedramatic interest, calculated toarouse the imagination and im-press the mind, have not of latebeen numerous at Niblos Thea-ter, though—as indicated in thisgla

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . uses and sheds, anda small dwelling-house be-longing to Mr. Waring, anda dwelling-house occupied as a tavern by Mr. Thomas Armstrong,a storehouse and four sheds, the property of the late Robert Black,with all their contents. The building contained about 1400 bales ofcotton and 12,000 bushels of naval stores, belonging to merchantsin New York and at the South; the loss is estimated at $85,000.Several vessels at the adjoining wharves were in danger, but wereremoved by the steam ferry-boats. The spect Stock Photo

RM2AKB201–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . uses and sheds, anda small dwelling-house be-longing to Mr. Waring, anda dwelling-house occupied as a tavern by Mr. Thomas Armstrong,a storehouse and four sheds, the property of the late Robert Black,with all their contents. The building contained about 1400 bales ofcotton and 12,000 bushels of naval stores, belonging to merchantsin New York and at the South; the loss is estimated at $85,000.Several vessels at the adjoining wharves were in danger, but wereremoved by the steam ferry-boats. The spect

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . is,point to the extremity of his tail Bill had evidently narrowlyescaped the barbers razor. No. 29, in raised silver letters, orna-mented the collar about his neck. He proved himself to be anexcellent forager beneath the banquet table at Montague Hall. Hisback, which was as smooth as theshaven crown of a monk, attractedthe attention of the Brooklyn FireLaddies. Bill had no Brook-lyn companys dog to receive him,owing to the latters well-knowndesire to chew up all new-madeacquaintances. Probably the Stock Photo

RM2AKAKGD–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . is,point to the extremity of his tail Bill had evidently narrowlyescaped the barbers razor. No. 29, in raised silver letters, orna-mented the collar about his neck. He proved himself to be anexcellent forager beneath the banquet table at Montague Hall. Hisback, which was as smooth as theshaven crown of a monk, attractedthe attention of the Brooklyn FireLaddies. Bill had no Brook-lyn companys dog to receive him,owing to the latters well-knowndesire to chew up all new-madeacquaintances. Probably the

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . John D. Anderson. Details of Brooklyn Fire Department. 653 Department, or firemen belonging to any of the fire-enginescompanies of the village of Brooklyn, shall be and hereby areto be a body politic, in fact and in name, by the name of theVillage of Brooklyn. md the hook and ladderconstituted and declared* Fire Department of the The Fire Department of Brooklyn was divided into two branches,known respectively as the Western and Eastern District branches.The companies in the principal or Western Dis Stock Photo

RM2AKARDM–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . John D. Anderson. Details of Brooklyn Fire Department. 653 Department, or firemen belonging to any of the fire-enginescompanies of the village of Brooklyn, shall be and hereby areto be a body politic, in fact and in name, by the name of theVillage of Brooklyn. md the hook and ladderconstituted and declared* Fire Department of the The Fire Department of Brooklyn was divided into two branches,known respectively as the Western and Eastern District branches.The companies in the principal or Western Dis

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. John S. Giles prominently distinguished himself on this occasion. Itwas accidentally discovered that twenty-one foreign insurance com-panies were yearly neglecting topay to the Comptrollerof the State, thetwo per cent, tax of the premiums received by them on policies issued,and regarding which the law was very specific. A bill was im-mediately introduced in the Legislature asking to have this amountmade over to the Fund. It was bitterly opposed by the companie Stock Photo

RM2AKG0M8–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. John S. Giles prominently distinguished himself on this occasion. Itwas accidentally discovered that twenty-one foreign insurance com-panies were yearly neglecting topay to the Comptrollerof the State, thetwo per cent, tax of the premiums received by them on policies issued,and regarding which the law was very specific. A bill was im-mediately introduced in the Legislature asking to have this amountmade over to the Fund. It was bitterly opposed by the companie

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . enable him tO perform the he becomes eligible. In fact, he must pass a. civil service exam-ination. That he has performed duty in the Old Fire Departmentis an element of fitness, but not an absolute requisite. No manis admitted to the rolls of the Department, however recommended,who is not qualified for the position, nor allowed to remain afterhe has developed want of fitness for his place. The use of liquor,when in uniform or on duty, is strictly prohibited, and drunken-ness attended with dismissa Stock Photo

RM2AKCMKH–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . enable him tO perform the he becomes eligible. In fact, he must pass a. civil service exam-ination. That he has performed duty in the Old Fire Departmentis an element of fitness, but not an absolute requisite. No manis admitted to the rolls of the Department, however recommended,who is not qualified for the position, nor allowed to remain afterhe has developed want of fitness for his place. The use of liquor,when in uniform or on duty, is strictly prohibited, and drunken-ness attended with dismissa

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . of some othercompany; of serving hon-estly four years and elevenmonths, and then havingyour company disbanded as awarning to other companies. Here was the charm tothe fireman who did his duty.There were others who foundgreat amusement in belong-ing to the Fire Department.They generally belonged tohose companies, and hadnice young men for asso-ciates. They paid their fines,turned out to half the fires,helped drag the hose-carriage for a few blocks, got on the ropecoming home, answered to their names Stock Photo

RM2AKH73X–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . of some othercompany; of serving hon-estly four years and elevenmonths, and then havingyour company disbanded as awarning to other companies. Here was the charm tothe fireman who did his duty.There were others who foundgreat amusement in belong-ing to the Fire Department.They generally belonged tohose companies, and hadnice young men for asso-ciates. They paid their fines,turned out to half the fires,helped drag the hose-carriage for a few blocks, got on the ropecoming home, answered to their names

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 668 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. date. The judges reported that Engine 7 took suction from the river,and washed No. 2 in less than five minutes. After being washed, herbuilder, Mr. Van Ness, pronounced her in good condition. Bothengines played through four lengths of hose for nearly five minutes.Time being called they were started fairly, and during the first halfminute No. 2 was working 110 strokes, but on the tenth half minutehad lowered to 88 strokes. Engine 7 made 298 strokes during t Stock Photo

RM2AKAJPC–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . 668 Reminiscences of the Old Fire Laddies. date. The judges reported that Engine 7 took suction from the river,and washed No. 2 in less than five minutes. After being washed, herbuilder, Mr. Van Ness, pronounced her in good condition. Bothengines played through four lengths of hose for nearly five minutes.Time being called they were started fairly, and during the first halfminute No. 2 was working 110 strokes, but on the tenth half minutehad lowered to 88 strokes. Engine 7 made 298 strokes during t

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . actsI could gather from old fireladdies whose enthusiasmover the old days was moreperfect by far than theirmemory. As to any chron-ological order being fol-lowed in this portion of my work, the reader who expects it willsurely be disappointed. In after years, when a literature of ancientand modern fire systems has been perfected, a proper chronologicalarrangement of facts may be expected. Speaking of a literature of fire systems and service, my friendand fellow-journalist, Mr. CliffordThomson, edit Stock Photo

RM2AKAX2E–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . actsI could gather from old fireladdies whose enthusiasmover the old days was moreperfect by far than theirmemory. As to any chron-ological order being fol-lowed in this portion of my work, the reader who expects it willsurely be disappointed. In after years, when a literature of ancientand modern fire systems has been perfected, a proper chronologicalarrangement of facts may be expected. Speaking of a literature of fire systems and service, my friendand fellow-journalist, Mr. CliffordThomson, edit

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . persons had perished in the flames,and even this was doubted. Thelast man within the burning build-ing had looked around the lowerauditorium, and saw no one there.But in the extreme end of thetopmost gallery there were im-prisoned several hundred souls,suffocated by the volumes ofsmoke that poured down from the ^ burning roof, and who gave no A. Sparks. sign that they were miserablyperishing there. It was not untilthe morning of the 6th, when theflames were under control and thefiremen began their Stock Photo

RM2AKAA73–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . persons had perished in the flames,and even this was doubted. Thelast man within the burning build-ing had looked around the lowerauditorium, and saw no one there.But in the extreme end of thetopmost gallery there were im-prisoned several hundred souls,suffocated by the volumes ofsmoke that poured down from the ^ burning roof, and who gave no A. Sparks. sign that they were miserablyperishing there. It was not untilthe morning of the 6th, when theflames were under control and thefiremen began their

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ,November 14, 1812. At theage of fourteen he was ap-prenticed to John G. Tib-betts to learn the trade of ahorse-shoer and ornamentaliron-worker. In January,1833, he was chosen a mem-ber of Tradesman Engine37, with which company hehad been a runner for two years previous. In June, 1835, hejoined Hudson Engine No. 1, better known as Hay-seed, whichat that period lay at the foot of Duane Street, North River. Heheld the pipe throwing the first stream of water at the memorablefire, December 16, 1835, wh Stock Photo

RM2AKA0PJ–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ,November 14, 1812. At theage of fourteen he was ap-prenticed to John G. Tib-betts to learn the trade of ahorse-shoer and ornamentaliron-worker. In January,1833, he was chosen a mem-ber of Tradesman Engine37, with which company hehad been a runner for two years previous. In June, 1835, hejoined Hudson Engine No. 1, better known as Hay-seed, whichat that period lay at the foot of Duane Street, North River. Heheld the pipe throwing the first stream of water at the memorablefire, December 16, 1835, wh

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ship-fastener,he became a member of En-gine Company No. 44, inwhich capacity he soon rosein favor and, as afterwardtranspired, was justly entitledto the suffrages of thosewho, through respect for hisevident fitness for a position,placed him in that of alder-man of the Twelfth District. Upon three different oc-casions Alderman De Laceyhas represented his constit-uency, and at no time has he ever afforded an opportunity to hisfollowers and supporters to object to his manly, straightforwardefforts in Stock Photo

RM2AKBG57–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ship-fastener,he became a member of En-gine Company No. 44, inwhich capacity he soon rosein favor and, as afterwardtranspired, was justly entitledto the suffrages of thosewho, through respect for hisevident fitness for a position,placed him in that of alder-man of the Twelfth District. Upon three different oc-casions Alderman De Laceyhas represented his constit-uency, and at no time has he ever afforded an opportunity to hisfollowers and supporters to object to his manly, straightforwardefforts in

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . XVI. HE earliest and most authentic records that I have beenable to obtain concerning the origin and foundation of theBrooklyn Fire Department, place those events as early as1772. On April the 7th of that year a meeting was heldto choose six firemen, in accordance with an act passed by the Legis-lature, for the more effectual extinguishment of fires near the ferryin the township of Breucklin, in Kings County, passed the 31st dayof December, 1768. The gentlemen chosen on this occasion wereJoseph Sha Stock Photo

RM2AKB3YE–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . XVI. HE earliest and most authentic records that I have beenable to obtain concerning the origin and foundation of theBrooklyn Fire Department, place those events as early as1772. On April the 7th of that year a meeting was heldto choose six firemen, in accordance with an act passed by the Legis-lature, for the more effectual extinguishment of fires near the ferryin the township of Breucklin, in Kings County, passed the 31st dayof December, 1768. The gentlemen chosen on this occasion wereJoseph Sha

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . with marked success. In August, 1858, he joinedUnion Engine 5, where he at once became prominent as an efficientand brave fireman. In i860 he was chosen secretary, and for threeyears served as treasurer. His popularity meanwhile increasing, hewas, in 1865, elected to the position of foreman, and at once estab-lished a splendid record as such. Upon the organization of the Short Biographies. 833 paid force, he severed his connection with the Volunteer Department,although continuing to be interested i Stock Photo

RM2AK9W4D–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . with marked success. In August, 1858, he joinedUnion Engine 5, where he at once became prominent as an efficientand brave fireman. In i860 he was chosen secretary, and for threeyears served as treasurer. His popularity meanwhile increasing, hewas, in 1865, elected to the position of foreman, and at once estab-lished a splendid record as such. Upon the organization of the Short Biographies. 833 paid force, he severed his connection with the Volunteer Department,although continuing to be interested i

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ng the highest number of votes should be considered as nomi-nated. A brisk ballot resulted in Mr. Garrett being declared acandidate. During the exciting contest for the position of chiefengineer the candidates appeared in the following order: Hamp Allen and G. W. Jennings, of the Board of Engineers ; ThomasDoyle, of Engine No. 13, and Garrett B. Lane, of Engine No. 10.The latter was designedly chosen as a candidate in order to draw away votes from Mr. Jennings. It was evident from the start thatMr. Stock Photo

RM2AKADC0–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . ng the highest number of votes should be considered as nomi-nated. A brisk ballot resulted in Mr. Garrett being declared acandidate. During the exciting contest for the position of chiefengineer the candidates appeared in the following order: Hamp Allen and G. W. Jennings, of the Board of Engineers ; ThomasDoyle, of Engine No. 13, and Garrett B. Lane, of Engine No. 10.The latter was designedly chosen as a candidate in order to draw away votes from Mr. Jennings. It was evident from the start thatMr.

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . shudder, draw back, andthe weeping eyes of frien„„, Is this father ? The work whereat theyfound their death was notone performed for wages;nor was their time of labormarked from sun to sun, orfrom certain hours ; nor,when on duty, did the stormdrive them to shelter, orrude blast or winters coldgive them rest when fireraged either in or aroundthe hovel of the poor or tallwarehouse of the rich. Their motto was tosave—? first, the interests ofthe many rich corporationsthat by degrees grew pow-erful, a Stock Photo

RM2AKH6TJ–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . shudder, draw back, andthe weeping eyes of frien„„, Is this father ? The work whereat theyfound their death was notone performed for wages;nor was their time of labormarked from sun to sun, orfrom certain hours ; nor,when on duty, did the stormdrive them to shelter, orrude blast or winters coldgive them rest when fireraged either in or aroundthe hovel of the poor or tallwarehouse of the rich. Their motto was tosave—? first, the interests ofthe many rich corporationsthat by degrees grew pow-erful, a

Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . sen foreman of Good Intent Engine, and receivedmany testimonials to his valor, integrity, and general worth as a fire-man. One of these in particular deserves a passing notice. Itconsisted of a cane handsomely mounted and embellished withfanciful devices. It also bore the inscription, Presented by Wm.K. Mitchell to John P. Teale. Baltimore, August 24, 1842. Hehas also in his possession a silk banner, presented to him in iSand bearing the inscription, Presented by Liberty FireCompany, of Baltimore, Stock Photo

RM2AKA0FM–Reminiscences of the old fire laddies and volunteer fire departments of New York and Brooklyn. . sen foreman of Good Intent Engine, and receivedmany testimonials to his valor, integrity, and general worth as a fire-man. One of these in particular deserves a passing notice. Itconsisted of a cane handsomely mounted and embellished withfanciful devices. It also bore the inscription, Presented by Wm.K. Mitchell to John P. Teale. Baltimore, August 24, 1842. Hehas also in his possession a silk banner, presented to him in iSand bearing the inscription, Presented by Liberty FireCompany, of Baltimore,

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