1st Quarter 2018

What is SPAAMFAA? What is the key to success or the “bottom line” for all corporations? Submitted by Bill Killen, For-profit corporations’ bottom line is profit (money). Trustee District 7 Non-profit corporations’ bottom line is membership (money).

Over the years I have had people ask me “What is How can a non-profit corporation like SPAAMFAA SPAAMFAA?” My late friend Carol Golden, when accomplish the organization’s priorities? asked this question responded “It’s people preventing cruelty to old fire trucks.” The provisional charter of The answer is three-fold, first, Buy-In by EVERY SPAAMFAA states that SPAAMFAA is an elected officer, trustee and member to achieve the educational, non-profit corporation formed to establish, priorities of the organization; second, Commitment of develop and maintain a center for the encouragement EVERY elected officer, trustee and member to focus on and development of an appreciation of the place of fire the needs of the organization as a whole and not apparatus, firefighting equipment and memorabilia in individuals or personalities; and third , Effective the history of America; and to stimulate and cultivate Communications beyond the organization’s interest in the restoration and preservation of antique publications to ensure transmission of accurate fire apparatus, firefighting equipment and memorabilia information that encourages the membership and associated with the fire service. contributes to the mission of “appreciation and Stated another way, SPAAMFAA is a corporation preservation.” with a CEO (President), officers (Vice-Presidents, If you think about it, the preceding questions and Treasurer), a Board of Directors (Trustees), and answers apply to the East Tennessee Fire Historical shareholders (members) as required by both New York Society as well. State and our By-Laws. Over the past couple of years, SPAAMFAA has lost 10-12% of its membership instead of increasing What do non-profit corporations like SPAAMFAA membership. The annual report for a for-profit entity have in common with for-profit corporations? would show a loss (profit). SPAAMFAA’s annual report would also show a loss (members). 1. All corporations operate and survive on one thing. There are 58 chapters (listed on SPAAMFAA Money! For-profit corporations’ money comes from website) affiliated with SPAAMFAA in 35 of the 50 the sale of stock (capital) to produce and sell a product states. It is estimated that less than half of chapter (profits-dividends). Non-profit corporations operating members are members of SPAAMFAA. funds come from memberships, and in some instances fund raising, donations and bequests from members. Can you imagine how much stronger and effective 2. All corporations require dedicated and committed SPAAMFAA could be if the non-members in these members, especially in leadership positions. chapters (ETFHS included) joined SPAAMFAA? SPAAMFAA leadership and members should be for the Chapter officers against any lawsuits from its focused on determining why a person or organization operations. When all 58 chapters participate in the did not renew their membership. They should be Insurance Program it generates approximately $17,400 focused on recruiting members in their respective which broken down equals $25 per month per chapter. chapters. Seventeen percent of the members in the That monthly cost of $25 funds also covers mailings Central Region did not renew their membership in 2017. and support services of SPAAMFAA including the I sent a personal letter to every individual in the publication and mailing of two SPAAMFAA Central Region who did not renew their membership, publications which area not subsidized by advertising. asking them to renew their membership and inquired There are a number of administrative costs to maintain why they didn’t renew. I received several replies, websites, publish membership directories, resource including three renewals that I forwarded to the guides, file required state and federal reports, postage Membership Secretary. I am not sure how many others and printing just to name a few items. It offsets a very sent their renewals to the Membership Secretary, I hope small portion of the costs your elected officers expend there were many. from personal funds to attend the annual and winter conferences. What are the benefits of SPAAMFAA membership Recent conversations with several Chapter Presidents for members? revealed a concern about the aging membership of SPAAMFAA and the annual $300 cost for chapter SPAAMFAA membership is a real bargain. Members insurance. These conversations also revealed several receive the organization’s publications, The Silver positive ideas and concepts to support and grow Trumpet and Enjine!-Enjine! And access to the archives SPAAMFAA. historical information. There is a Membership Roster which is a valuable What are the benefits of Chapter members joining resource for networking. The website provides SPAAMFAA? information on musters and events promoting the hobby and an advertising link to buy or sell fire apparatus and Individual membership is a bargain at $30 per year related equipment. Individual membership is a bargain and a Family Membership is $35. at $30 per year and a Family Membership is $35. A very important reason for people to be affiliated There is not enough space left on this page to with SPAAMFAA is the insurance benefit available to enumerate the many benefits from individual, family members for any events we might have. and organizational memberships in SPAAMFAA except to say that the old adage “there is strength in numbers” What are the benefits of Chapter membership in certainly applies to our individual chapters and our SPAAMFAA? national organization.

There are a number of benefits for Chapter If you are not a member of SPAAMFAA, won’t you Memberships in SPAAMFAA, such as the insurance consider a trial membership for a year? Try it, you will policy, access and link to the SPAAMFAA website like it. (which lists Chapter contact information), and a Classified Section to advertise (FREE) apparatus, equipment and an events calendar. Another benefit is having a SPAAMFAA representative (Trustee) specific to the chapter and other chapters within the region.

What does $300 per year, or $25 a month provide for Chapter membership in SPAAMFAA?

One of the most important benefits is the ($4 million) insurance policy. The SPAAMFAA insurance policy covers Chapter events including musters, workshops, liability insurance, and errors and omissions insurance SILVER TRUMPET Published Quarterly by the Society for the Preservation and Appreciation of Antique Motor Fire Apparatus in America.

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Candy Bennett Bill Blunden 8035 Bird Pond Road PO Box 296 Adams Run, SC 29426 Carthage, NY 13619 [email protected] [email protected]

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MEMBERSHIP LEVELS:

Individual Membership (I) $30.00 _____ Family Unit Membership (U) $35.00 _____ Junior Membership (J) $23.00 _____ (under age 18) Date of Birth ______Organization Membership (O) $35.00 _____ Patron Membership (P) $500.00_____ Benefactor Membership (B) $1000.00____ Individual Life Membership (L) $1000.00 _____

Meeting Bid Schedule Information 2018 SPAAMFAA Chapters bid on and host Summer Conferences & Musters and Board Members all Annual Meetings & Conferences. The Board of Trustees approves a bid (meeting location) at a Summer Conference & Muster or Winter Meeting and Conference: Locations and President: Bill Dundas, Camarillo, CA years not filled will receive a new “Bids Due” date. Sr. Vice President: Steve Heaver, Baltimore, MD Vice President: Justin Birchfield, Mooresville, IN Year Winter C/M Summer C/M Bids Due Treasury Secretary: Stan Socha, Brunswick, OH 2018 Kissimmee, FL Cherry Hill, NJ Closed Executive Secretary: Peter West, Philomont, VA 2019 N. Charleston, SC Indiana PPPSI Closed Membership Secretary: Candy Bennett, Adams Run, SC 2020 OPEN Massachusetts

District 1 Trustee: Ron Driscoll, Lee, MA District 2 Trustee: Bill Blunden, Carthage, NY SPAAMFAA Website Calendar District 3 Trustee: Jim Derstine, Enola PA District 4 Trustee: Tim Jones, Rockville, MD Chapters are to urged to list their musters on the District 5 Trustee: Mike Healy, Sebring, FL SPAAMFAA website calendar. This calendar is District 6 Trustee: John Zangerle, Avon Lake, OH another central location where members can easily District 7 Trustee: Bill Killen, Church Hill, TN look to see when and where Musters and events District 8 Trustee: Pete Webb, Littleton, CO will be held in their area, or places they visit. District 9 Trustee: Kent Cullom, Santa Monica, CA Send info to: [email protected] Immediate Past President: Ted Elder, Applecreek, OH

Editor- Enjine!~Enjine!: Scott Rollins, Mooresville, IN Editor- Silver Trumpet: Bill Blunden, Carthage, NY Webmaster: Candy Bennett, Adams Run, SC 2017 SPAAMFAA Deceased Members Don Simmons, Sr. Antique Fire Assn of NJ Robert Pierson Antique Fire Assn of NJ Robert Paris, Sr. Antique Fire Assn of NJ Forest Jones California Chapter Bob Graham California Chapter Bill Kehle California Chapter Bob Brown California Chapter Tod Richey California Chapter Pete DeSalvo Central New York Chapter Gary A. Jones Central Ohio Chapter Emory Leight Chesapeake Chapter Harold J (Whitey) Schwartz Cradle of Liberty Chapter James H. Yiengst Cradle of Liberty Chapter & PPP Norm Stahlberg Crown Firecoach Chapter Harold “Bob” Guildig Crown Firecoach Chapter Jeffrey Frey East Long Island Chapter Judy Vincent Florida Antique Bucket Brigade Carole Molthrup Florida Antique Bucket Brigade Stephen Rittenhouse Kansas City Metro Chapter Wilma Penniston Kansas City Metro Chapter Alan R. Macdonald Mass. Chapter Ken Little Northern Illinois Chapter Paul Gulas Northern Nevada Chapter Bill Farr Northern Nevada Chapter Mike Dubas Old Dominion Steve Hoover Old Dominion Michael Kohr Pennsylvania Pump Primers Alan Kumpf Pennsylvania Pump Primers Joseph Nahbach Jr. Pine Tree Chapter Ray Pitts Rhode Island Chapter Paul Salvas Rhode Island Chapter Denis Markley Jr. Rhode Island Chapter Sherry Shea Rhode Island Chapter Roland Bulk Rhode Island Chapter Donald Adito Rhode Island Chapter Raymond Gemershaushen Rhode Island Chapter Stanley Brown White Rose of York PA Dennis Sharkey Southern CT Antique Fire Chapter Mike Needen Southern CT Antique Fire Chapter Jack Kelleher Southern CT Antique Fire Chapter Joe Brantley Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Presidents Line

First I would like to give a big thank you to those National Board members that finished their terms in Well, I have just returned form a great week in Florida office this past year and for their service to at the 2018 Winter Convention hosted by the Florida SPAAMFAA. Using an excellent term by our editor Antique Bucket Brigade. My hat’s off to both Howard “Today is a new day.” Politics and disagreements Peiffer and Bob Romig and their crew for a wonderful should be set aside and it’s time to concentrate on the week of fire trucks and friendship! I cannot tell you business at hand, and to keep members informed. how much I learned by attending this event. Thanks to We are presently formulating a new budget, an Bill Clark, I learned how to drive my 1926 REO organizational chart of duties and establishing a proper Speedwagon, as he taught me the ins and outs of his communications path for the chapters and members 1925 REO and even let me drive it around the parking alike. For those that I have spoken to by e-mail or lot! The seminars were very educational and I learned telephone, you are aware I’m available to respond to more about my truck in one day than I have in the past any member’s questions or comments. year. Everyone was so helpful and offered advice on The single largest asset SPAAMFAA has is our everything from getting my wheels off to which types Archives located at ATHS in Kansas City. We all need of gas and oil to use. It was a wonderful time hanging to thank and show our appreciation to those Members out with my close SPAAMFAA friends and enjoying who have donated to the Archives project this last year the fellowship of everyone at the event. and the Kansas City chapter for their volunteer hours spent at the site. Tom Scott has so graciously donated One of the exciting things for me was being elected the remaining portion of his book collection to the as the District 2 Trustee. I will be representing NY State archive. The Archive committee, I am told, is making on the board. My Thanks go to outgoing President Ted ready for online access shortly. Elder and welcome again to newly elected President Bill Dundas. With the elections over, it is time to get At our last National board meeting we all agreed to down to business. A tentative budget was passed and work on the goals for 2018: more importantly, the first two of three a. Fund Drive, for special projects and recommendations of the By-Law Committee were archives adopted. These changes pave the way to clean up this b. Membership Renewals/new Membership document and separate By-Laws and Standing Rules. c. Advertising, getting our name out there The overall goal is to make things more efficient and d. Support Weak/Failing Chapters give the power of the organization back to the members. e. Archives working on organization and The committee, led by Anthony Buono, is to be scanning records commended for their hard work on this project and f. SPAAMFAA Video anyone interested in hopefully the final piece will be approved by the board working on this? this summer and the membership given the opportunity Now it’s time to consider signing up for the Summer to vote on the changes. Convention to be held at Cherry Hill, NJ. This is posed Membership continued to dominate most of the to be a spectacular show. Consider attending and discussions this week with a focus on how we attract making this a vacation and see where America began younger members. Elliot Paisner gave a wonderful its roots, in Philadelphia, PA. This is just across the presentation on the work of the Junior Member river, where the first Congress of the United States met Committee. At the Chapter Presidents meeting, there at Congress Hall, the liberty Bell and many other were a number of excellent ideas shared by the attendees attractions also reside. We also cannot forget it is the on ways they are attracting new members. I personally home to the Philly cheese steak sandwich! came away with a number of new ideas we will be Looking forward to a productive year for SPAAMFAA looking at this year for our chapter. Winter is almost and not forgetting to have fun in our hobby! over, muster season is coming!……Bill B. ……Bill Dundas, President From Your … LETTERS TO THE EDITOR……. SPAAMFAA National Board Members Looking to the Future of SPAAMFAA As we look forward to our next year with Meeting Bid Schedule Information SPAAMFAA, I urge you to think about the slate of Chapters bid on and host Summer Conferences & Musters and elected officers and trustees that will be motivated to all Annual Meetings & Conferences. The Board of Trustees consider and act on some very important initiatives approves a bid (meeting location) at a Summer Conference & affecting our society: Muster or Winter Meeting and Conference: Locations and years not filled will receive a new “Bids Due” date. First, we need to establish an effective fund drive that will help the organization keep up with the rising Year Winter C/M Summer C/M Bids Due cost of doing business and support making archives 2018 Kissimmee, FL Cherry Hill, NJ Closed material accessible to the members. If we can’t raise 2019 N. Charleston, SC Indiana PPPSI Closed more money, projects like the archives, the apparatus 2020 OPEN Massachusetts database, SPAAMFAA advertising, or web site ______enhancements will not be able to move forward. Unfortunately, I don't see that in current management, NATIONAL SAFETY COMMITTEE & those running for some of the officer’s position leave a lot to be desired. Over the past year, the safety committee has received Second, we need to enhance our membership drive 5 recommendations from the membership for additions efforts to target non-renewals and chapter members or changes to our safety package. These who are not SPAAMFAA members. We can and need recommendations were discussed by the 8 members of to do more in both these areas. As our membership the safety committee. The committee’s decision was to declines – so does our renewal income. not proceed with 3 of the recommendations. The other Third, we need to develop a real advertising program 2 recommendations were approved and have been that supports our fund raising effort and focuses on added to our “Muster Safety Guidelines”, form SP-02. increasing our membership. Advertising is key to both These 2 new additions to our safety package are below; recruiting and fund raising. SPAAMFAA MUSTER SAFETY GUIDELINES Fourth, anyone paying attention knows that there is Document # SP-02 very little communications going on throughout SPAAMFAA. We need to improve communications ADD – as item #17 and if we do so, the first three items have a better Use of drones - The use of drones at SPAAMFAA chance of success. events shall be governed by FAA and any local laws, I would also urge members who wish to see the rules and restrictions that may apply. In the event that organization improve its services/benefits to the a SPAAMFAA safety officer believes that a drone is membership to step up and get involved in these four being operated in an unsafe manner, the safety officer crucial activities. To volunteer – contact your Regional should attempt to rectify the situation by speaking Trustee or the Executive Secretary. Thank you. directly with the operator when possible. If this is not Kent Cullom, Western Trustee possible or fails to rectify the situation, local law enforcement should be contacted.

ADD – as item #18 A first aid kit shall be provided by the host chapter on the muster site, at a central point of chapter communications. EXCEPTION – A first aid kit shall not be required if an EMS unit is on duty at the site for the duration of the event.

Revision of February 2018 The Great Fire of Boston 1872 THE CHARLESTON DAILY NEWS Charleston, (By Chris Pank) S.C. November 16, 1872: Citizenry in chaos, the proudest trade palaces in America swept by a whirlwind of fire, Losses exaggerated $250,000,000 (in reality far less)

THE WHEELING INTELLIGENCER Wheeling, W.V. November 11, 1872: A second Chicago, Boston in Ruins, 2000 acres in ash (there were only 60-65 acres), great granite blocks melt down like wax, miles of magnificent structures burned…

THE DAILY STATE JOURNAL Richmond, VA. November 11, 1872: The FIRE FIEND in Boston, The heart of the city in ashes, granite and iron walls go down like decayed wood before the fire, The heat inferno melted buildings….

THE CAIRO BULLETIN Cairo, IL November 10, 1872 The hub of the universe in flames, frightful freaks Please excuse my divergence for a moment. I find of the fire fiend in Boston, whole business blocks myself in somewhat of a quandary this morning as I try burned… to sift through the mountains of facts vs. realities of this fire. Not that this is not true of many fires and Sensationalism? Yellow Dog Journalism? Reality? I calamities. But the time is 1872. Conditions, leave it to your conclusions. A name that appears in journalism, retrospective writing were all different back many bibliographies of source material is Edwin then. We have always had sensationalism in writing, Monroe Bacon, also known by the pen name of all we have to do is look at the current times in America, Tavener. He was a writer and editor of the Boston Daily but back then something was different. It would be 20 Advertiser and the Boston Globe as well as the writer years before “Yellow Dog Journalism” would stick its of many books about New England and Boston. He was ugly head into the forefront of American journalistic living in Boston at the time of the Great Fire of 1872 style. But I contend that we already had the beginnings and witnessed first hand the devastation and chaotic of this style of writing in 1872. “Yellow Dog events of November 9-10, 1872. In his book, “The Journalism” as defined by William Randolph Hearst, book of Boston: 50 Years Recollections of the New the famous newspaper owner and editor, is “you provide England Metropolis” written in 1916 just prior to his the pictures, and I will provide the gruesome(sic) facts death he describes in detail his belief that The Boston of the incident. Let’s look at some of the headlines and Conflagration of 1872 (called the second worst fire in bylines of newspapers across America from November America) was worse than the Chicago Fire of 1871 9-12, 1872: (called the worst fire in American History). While I suspect that historians from Chicago would argue with THE EVENING STAR Washington D.C. him, his ideas were founded upon the belief that Boston November 12, 1872: The Boston Fire: Graphic account was “THE GRANDEST CITY IN THE WORLD.” of the conflagration, Digging for Corpses (there were Why would he say this? The fire destroyed between only 30 people killed in the entire fire…not hundreds), 60-65 acres of land. With the exception of a very few Suspected Thief shot by Military, An incendiary hanged tenements, 99% of the fire destroyed the business by citizens, A Grand but appalling scene… sections of Boston. The fire in Chicago destroyed in excess of 2,600 acres. But much of the fire destroyed THE NEW YORK SUN NEW YORK, New York outlying districts which while there were some November 10, 1872: Flames Ravage City of Boston, businesses, much more was of a rural nature. After all, The Richest parts of Boston in flames, Sad Scenes in supposedly it was a cow in a barn that began the fire. the Streets, Citizens executed… According to Bacon “no city in the world “ in size, in architectural effect, and in general adaptation to SPAAMFAA BANNERS AVAILABLE commercial uses, would (hold a candle) (sic) in 1872 to any other city in the world. “ The grandeur of the SPAAMFAA Banners are available to chapters. A buildings with floral motifs and other architectural picture of one is attached. They are made of heavy vinyl marvels unequaled any place in the United States and are all weather with grommets for hanging. They are and the world.” With their destruction ($25 million 100 dollars ($100.00) each plus actual shipping. I can dollars just in the value of the buildings not counting deliver to Summer National. Order from: contents), the best examples of American Ted Elder architecture were destroyed, never to be seen again 15085 Hackett Rd, Apple Creek, OH 44606. any place in the United States.” Statistically, the 330-857-2900 [email protected] fire destroyed 30 streets, 776 buildings (709 brick & granite) and 67 wood. two churches (Trinity on Summer Street—made of massive stone wall and tower) and St. Stephens Church (free Episcopal Church for the poor on Purchase Street.) Nine hundred and sixty (960) businesses were burned out. “ Within the devastated area the major concentration was wholesale trade in hides & leather, shoes, wool, domestic & foreign dry goods, paper, hardware and ready-made clothing.” Three hundred (300) companies in the wholesale dry goods trade were destroyed almost eliminating that entire line of businesses. Summer Street lost 112 buildings. On Pearl Street almost the entire leather boot and shoe manufacturing companies (185) were destroyed. The whole sale dry goods district on manufacturing companies) were wiped out. The wool manufacturing companies in New England, especially in Manchester, NH (Amoskeag Mills) were dependent on Boston for wool supplies. This fire obliterated $4,5000,000 worth of wool in a matter of minutes. In addition, 7 national banks were destroyed.

“THE CITY OF BOSTON LAY IN RUINS”

It’s hard to take the little boy out of men… INTER-CHAPTER NEWS FLORIDA ANTIQUE BUCKET BRIGADE SPAAMFAA WINTER CONVENTION A GREAT THOUSAND ISLANDS HOSE HAULERS SUCCESS The chapter is currently working on a number of by Bob Romig – restoration projects including their 1882 Remington Well, we had great weather, great attendance and fun rotary pumper. One of the major concerns was the times had by all in attendance. We had folks from all missing “hub cap” on the rear wheel. We were across the states and Canada for a total of about 275 fortunate to have a local machine shop in the area attendees. The Officers and members of the Florida that was able to reproduce the hub. In the photo Antique Bucket Brigade (FABB) would like to thank below, you can see the hub cap that was made on the everyone who came down to visit with us. Renewed a left. On the right is the original hub cap and the lot of old friendships and made some new ones. middle photo shows one of the originals that has been Wednesday during the day folks registered and found buffed out. The bump on the very top is different on old and new friends to chat with. each wheel as you can see. The company did an Our Wednesday night, Nostalgia night was a great amazing job on this and their business card is in the success. We had about 150 folks attend with about 16 photo in case anyone is looking for a shop that does exhibits on display. After they were judged by D/C Jerry quality work. The company is Empire Hydraulics Donahue of Kissimmee FD, and his Dad, Joe, each and Machine (www.empirehyd.com) person gave a little history on what they had on display. Lots of interesting items ranging from NASA gear; speaking trumpet; insurance papers and some lost and found personal name tags; nozzles and other appliances. Thursday started out with one tour bus full for a trip to Ocala, to visit the Emergency One manufacturing plant and REVCO Service Center with lunch provided by Firehouse Subs. Everyone that came back was well pleased with the tour. The next two buses headed out to Cape Canaveral FD, for a tour of their facilities and lunch. Everyone seemed to enjoy this trip also. Friday’s tour was to visit an Osceola County Fire Rescue station; Kissimmee FD and their 1923 American-LaFrance; Orlando FD, Station One, “The Big House”; and then the OFD Museum to see their collection of motorized and hand drawn memorabilia. This trip required two The other exciting news for the chapter is the buses to take all the attendees (114 folks), plus a few agreement to have a dedicated room at the Jefferson tagalongs. County Historical Society for firefighting history. While the trips were in progress on Thursday, we had The museum will provide us with the space and two seminars that were well attended. The working with oversight and we will be responsible for displays and leather seminar was conducted by FABB Director Jim any work necessary to retrofit the room. This will Briggs and a representative from Tandy Leather. The allow us to not only help to preserve the history of other afternoon class was about the Army Crash/Fire firefighting in the area, but will attract more visitors Service by Chief Bill Killen (one of the Apollo 7 Fire to the museum. Additionally, the chapter will do team members). historical presentations periodically for the public at On Thursday night, we had the honor of having Mr. the museum. This is a win-win for both groups. The Andy Swift, from Fire Fly restorations in Hope, Maine, chapter looks at this as an opportunity to have a talk about some of the restorations that he has done and museum per se without the overhead necessary to different things that come up when doing these maintain and operated the facility. We also see this restorations. Very interesting person!!! We had over 150 as an opportunity to attract new members to our attendees for this speaker. group and ultimately to SPAAMFAA. On Friday, we continued on with our seminars marching in playing Amazing Grace and our bugler, during the daytime for those folks who elected to stay Deputy Chief Jonathan Lamm, City of Cocoa, FL. Bill behind and soak up the sun or lay by the pool. We had Killen assisted us with Missing Comrades table and Deputy Chief Keith Cartwright (no relation to “Hoss”) presentation. with the Reedy Creek Emergency Services talk about Again, we would like to thank everyone who made his department and what they provided to cover the the trip down to see us and trust that you had a safe Walt Disney World Properties. Of course, we couldn't return! leave the ladies without anything to do (oh, yea, there was one guy in attendance) so our Pampered Chef lady PPP SOCIETY OF INDIANA made some B-B-Q sliders for those in attendance as In December, Randy Koorsen hosted an open house well as double chocolate brownies; the last seminar of at his museum. In all there were 37 folks from the day was “gold leaf from start to finish” presented SPAAMFAA chapters in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan by my good friend, Lynn Rogers of Milton, DE. There and Ohio that toured the museum and attended the was a lot of interest in this subject. Indiana chapter meeting. Afterwards, Randy opened Friday also saw the opening of our flea market the meeting by describing the history of his museum, vendors in the ballroom. I think we had about 25 or so saying it all started by collecting fire extinguishers at vendors with various fire memorabilia items for sale. his father’s shop years ago. His father also sold These vendors were also available on Saturday, as well Gamewell alarm systems, thus a large number of as about 6 or so outside vendors. gamewell pieces are in the museum. Saturday was our apparatus display in the back parking lot and we had about 26 various motorized and horse/hand drawn rigs in attendance. They ranged from an 1800 Deming hand pumper, 1914 ALF, 1923 ALF, 1925 REO, 1926 ALF, 1934 Fox, 1957 Chrysler Ambulance, 1966 Ford Galaxy Police Car; 1976 Dodge/Hammerly; and several newer ALFs and a Seagrave and Hahn Malden Miller from Maryland drove his 1968 Hahn down for the show hoping to enter the fastest water contest but, had problems on the way down, as well as our own Scott Eberle from Ft Lauderdale, who broke a front wheel bearing about 8 miles from the hotel; Tom & Julie Hooker drove their 1965 Seagrave down from Marshville, NC. Bill Clark from CT trailered his 1925 Reo down for the show. Some of the awards given out were as follows: Longest distance driven out of state – Malden Miller, Hampstead, MD; Longest distance transported out of state- Wm Clark, CT. Fastest Water, Kissimmee FD, 1923 ALF (9 secs); Oldest non-motorized apparatus – Frank Sullivan, FL., 1890 hose cart; Oldest motorized rig, Lester Evans, Plant City, FL, 1914 ALF; Best Appearing 1929 and older – City of Orlando, 1926 ALF; Best Appearing 1930-1962 – Frank Sullivan, FL 1934 Fox; Best Appearing 1963-1993 – Mike Healy, 1976 Dodge/Hammerly and Best of Show went to the Orlando FD for their 1926 American La France. The event ended with our banquet on Saturday evening, attended by about 200 folks who hung around for the end of the week. It was a very nice banquet with our bag piper, Patrick Juliano from the Palm Coast FD ODHFS OF VIRGINIA CHAPTER Unimpeded, to explore a wide variety of apparatus old and new, busses, farm and logging equipment, and some intriguing pieces we didn’t recognize. Jen and some volunteers put together an outstanding picnic lunch for attendees that left no one hungry. That gave us a chance to explore the elaborate collection of fire apparatus in Eric’s museum and grounds before the fun began. Eric has a pond that is perfect for drafting. Pressing several antiques into service, he demonstrated pumping through a master stream mounted on one of his Seagrave aerials – with the capable help of fire cadet Cora Stanton. Eric then led a tour of his fire hall, showing remarkable progress since last year, when it was no more than a bare foundation. By this time next year, The Old Dominion Historical Fire Society of Chester, this magnificent building should be fully enclosed, VA, is dedicated to preserving and bringing attention insulated, heated, and full of apparatus and to antique motor fire equipment. One of the pieces in memorabilia. Jen is also an integral part of this project, the society’s collection has a tie to American Legion as she will use the spectacular industrial kitchen to teach history. According to Thomas L. Herman, an cooking for large events. Perhaps she will demonstrate archivist/historian with the society, in the late 1950s its effectiveness at next year’s event? (We can hope….) Francis Brigham – an engineer and president of the Oren This was an opportunity for members, such as Wes Fire Apparatus Company of Roanoke, VA. – and his Melo of Roseburg, OR, and John Kihlstrum of brother Dave were both heavily involved with the Portland, to catch up with all the latest news. As the Legion. In fact, Dave embarked on a campaign to be day progressed, Eric offered to take members on a ride elected national commander. He conceived the idea of around the neighborhood on the Seagrave Aerial, a a mini fire truck to bring attention to the campaign, and fitting end to yet another spectacular event at the Foley brought the idea to Francis. Francis sent a three-wheeled Family Estate! With grateful appreciation from us “postal carrier” vehicle, along with his sketches, to Oren all…. craftsmen, who created the “Little Squirt.” It was true-to-life enough to even really squirt water. The “Little Squirt” accompanied Dave Brigham to Minneapolis/St. Paul for the 1959 American Legion National Convention, to take part in the parade prior to elections. But, it flipped before it could take its place, causing significant damage. Ultimately, Dave lost his bid for national commander. But, he utilized the repaired mini truck for Legion and other local events in his hometown of Brookeville, Md. He died in 1999. It came into the Herman family in 2005. Pictures of the "Little Squirt" making appearances at historical events can be found at odhfs.org.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST CHAPTER Foley Family Firehouse Muster For the second year in a row, Eric and Jen Foley hosted an outstanding event for 25 club members at their estate north of Olympia, WA. The weather cooperated for a change, and we were able to wander the grounds PENNSYLVANIA PUMP PRIMERS FIREMATIC COLLECTORS OF NEVADA From the Primers Times newsletter is an article by “G.I. Joe” Has a New Home Harvey Eckart. By Sue Lund With a tear in our eye, but with joy in our hearts, we said goodbye to our old friend “G.I. Joe,” our 1941 Ford LaFrance WWII military crash truck. While we have thoroughly enjoyed playing with that rig over The E series was introduced by Mack in 1937 and the years and driving it in the annual Veterans’ Day featured up to date streamlined styling. They were Parade in Reno, we are so happy to report that he has available in 13 different types, the most ever offered returned to his roots. by Mack in a single series; and pump sizes ranged In an effort to start downsizing a bit, Richard and I from 100 to 1500 GPM. They featured full open; semi put out feelers to see if anyone was interested in buying open; closed; and sedan cab variations. Power came him. We then received an email from MSgt. Scott from a great variety of different displacement Mack Dunkirk, expressing interest in him for the military engines of both L head and overhead valve designs. museum in Wendover, Utah. Continental supplied some engines for smaller rigs For those who are unaware, as was I, there was an and Hercules was used on just a single high volume airfield at Wendover during World War II that was a model. training base for bombers. In fact, the Enola Gay pilots The vast majority of E models were pumpers, with trained there. They have turned that field into a the smaller type 45 of 500 GPM being a favorite of military museum. They are also adding a fire smaller towns. Quads and straight frame aerials were component to that. Imagine their delight when they built, but most of the tillered ladders were L models; found that there was a crash truck just like the one that which were built at the same time as the Es, after had served there originally that was for sale! 1940. During World War II, the US government The deal was struck, the money was paid, and the purchased over 800 E series fire rigs. The E series title transferred. G.I. Joe was picked up by the former was replaced by the A series in 1950, and the L, and fire chief of Wendover and delivered to his new home A models were supplanted by the B series in 1954. at the museum. Richard and I are looking forward to A great many of the E series have survived and are paying him a visit soon! owned as antiques by both fire companies and individuals. Two outstanding E model restorations that are frequently shown in NE and Central PA are from Camp Hill and Dallastown. Camp Hill furnished the E model that transported the late Chet Henry, Harrisburg Fire Dept. chief and first PA state fire commissioner on his final run.

ANNUAL END OF SUMMER BBQ Hosted by Cindi and Jon Wagner interview and record these stories to create an electronic database where all these stories could be shared with all interested parties. No matter what the solution is, there are many ways to increase youth membership within SPAAMFAA, and now is the time to begin implementing these ideas for the future. As always, stay safe and I hope you have enjoyed this edition. P.S. Keep those letters, cards, and other goodies coming. In this article from Tales from the Hose Cart Barn, They are very special to me and I feel honored to get the I would like to talk about a topic that I believe is items that have been sent to me……Elliot Elliot Paisner important. I recently returned from the SPAAMFAA 5523 Wylstream Way Winter Conference in Florida. I came home with a Norcross, GA 30093 trunk full of memorabilia and many memories that Email: [email protected] will last forever. Though one thing will stick out to 470-272-3957 me for a very long time. I had a chance to speak about Junior Membership, a very important topic. TECH TIPS….. From Tim Elder Currently, SPAAMFAA has 5 Junior Members. I We have heard about the recommended short life span believe that in order to help the organization survive, for automotive tires, so horribly short that it would be we must increase the number of Junior Members that impractical for antique vehicle tires. I have never heard we currently have. How, one may ask, I believe that if this also applies to truck tires. Whatever we choose we need to go through many different sources to to believe about tire life, it is true that new tires should increase the junior membership numbers. be purchased at the end of the restoration process instead First, I believe we need to look at fire explorer of at the beginning. For vehicle mobility during posts. Many departments will sponsor a fire explorer restoration, some sort of “shop” tires are needed. For post and with that, there are many young people who many, this can be tires that are unsuitable for use on the are members. We need them to learn the history of highway. If you don’t have access to usable tires, their fire department, at a minimum, if not the history consider this idea from an article on garden tractors that of firefighting in general throughout the United was in Antique Power magazine for Sept/Oct, he was States. restoring a 1949 Allis-Chalmers Model G. The restorer Second, many members have children and “made ‘transport’ wheels out of 3/4-inch plywood. The grandchildren. We need to stress the importance that wooden wheels allowed the tractor to be rolled in and SPAAMFAA is 100%, without a doubt, an out of the shop when needed.” I’m not sure how this organization for the whole family. With that, we need would work for demountable rims, but should function to try to increase junior members. Another item that fine for demountable wheels, but might have to be came to my attention, has been that many chapters thicker, or 2 layers, for our greater weights. have a fair number of junior members, yet they are not National members. Why is this I wonder? We The following was from a tractor repair article by Ted need to try to go through chapters and attempt to have Kalvitis, also in Antique Power for Sept/Oct. “If you the individual chapter members who are juniors simply slather the old gasket remnant with silicone become junior members of SPAAMFAA. Another instead of replacing it, I won’t tell, but please use black thought is invite the neighborhood children to help or clear silicone and wipe away any excess, because you on your restoration. Many would probably be ‘blue-goo’ looks ghastly against Farmall Red.” And, willing to turn some bolts, and learn about fire fire engine red! There are two takeaways here. An old engines all while learning valuable life skills that a gasket you can’t replace, and choose not to cut out, can restoration could teach a person. be salvaged by using silicone. And second, please wipe One idea that I had for getting youth interested away any squeeze-out because it will look ugly. Please comes in the form of possibly pairing youth with other remember that gasket goo that squeezes to the outside firefighters who have a lot of history related stories probably also squeezes to the inside where it can break and firefighting stories from many years on the job off and cause problems down the road. In other words, as a firefighter. Maybe, have the youth member could don’t use so much! For up to date listings visit www.cafaa.net/anita/anita. Please submit your events to Anita Ford [email protected]

10 March 2018 - York, Pennsylvania 3rd Old Fire Farts Firematic Flea Market. Agriculture and Industrial Museum, 217 W. Princess St. 8:30 am - 1:30 PM. Spaces 8 X 15, $25 each. Tables and chairs provided. Vendors contact Bob Straw [email protected] for details. Bring your hand drawn fire apparatus to display at the museum. A food vendor will be available for breakfast and lunch. Make check out to The Old Fire Farts and mail to Greg Witmer, 1641 Northview Rd., York PA On Facebook https://tinyurl.com/yaht3muo https://tinyurl.com/hjpd5cs

17 March 2018 - Peotone, Illinois 6th Annual MABAS 19 Fire Investigators, Fire and Police Swap Meet. Sponsored by the Peotone Firefighters. Will County Fairgrounds Atrium. 8 am - 2 pm. Again we will be offering the same expanded indoor space rental and outdoor area for apparatus viewing and vendors. Admission $5 at the door. Anyone wishing vendor info please contact Pat Holohan [email protected] Cell 815-482-8454 or Jerry Dole [email protected] 815-739-3486 Visit us on Facebook http://tinyurl.com/y8gfwzfn

7 April 2018 - Cheraw, South Carolina Rekindle Society Annual Fire Truck Parade. Line-up 10 am at Cheraw High School. Parade followed by a static display. For more info email Tom [email protected] http://tinyurl.com/jnwecul

7 April 2018 - Georgetown, Massachusetts For the 12th year in a row, join us for the New England FOOLS' annual Fire Buff Photo Night, New England's premium firematic event! Black Swan Country Club. Liar's hour from 5-7, presentations start promptly at 7pm. $25 admission at the door. Light fare, cash bar, old friends, new friends and friends you didn't know you knew yet. Presenters TBD, you won't be disappointed! Facebook https://tinyurl.com/yd7eq2av

8 April 2018 - Mount Airy, Maryland Annual Spring Mt. Airy Memorabilia and Equipment Sale. Mt. Airy VFC Reception Hall 1008 Twin Arch Rd., 9 am - 2 pm. Sale of fire and emergency service related equipment, apparatus parts, photos, models, patches, and other related items. (No general antique or craft items). Info [email protected] Facebook https://tinyurl.com/yca243zm

14 April 2018 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Philadelphia FD Engine 28 is celebrating 140 years of service. Details to follow as they become available.

22 April 2018 - Asheville, North Carolina 2018 Asheville Fire Truck Festival 55 Woodfin St., 11 am - 3 pm. Asheville is one of the top cities known for it’s craft food, wine and coffee. Fire trucks old and new will be on display. Activities for the kids, music and fun. A fundraiser will be conducted to raise money for academic scholarships for children of firefighters. Free admission. Come out, have fun, and support our first responders.

23 - 28 April 2018 - Indianapolis, Indiana FDIC International Conference. Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium. For complete schedule http://tinyurl.com/ja6xs7h

28 April 2018 - Jackson, Michigan 41st Great Lakes International Fire Apparatus Assoc., Swap and Sell. Jackson County Fairgrounds, 200 W. Ganson St., 8 am - 2 pm. Admission $3. Registration deadline April 13, 2018. After that date tables will be $10 more each. Contact [email protected] Flyer http://tinyurl.com/l4x7dlt Registration http://tinyurl.com/kg4yd27 Web site http://tinyurl.com/janklxq Host hotel, Comfort Inn, 2435 Shirley Dr., Jackson. Call 517-768-0088 and mention group account 3235506. Please reserve no later than March 27, 2018. 28 - 29 April 2018 - Allentown, Pennsylvania Union Historical Fire Society Annual Spring Melt Fire Memorabilia Auction and Flea Market. Agricultural Hall, 302 N.17th St. Saturday: Firematic Antique Auction, starts 9 am. Preview 7 am. Admission $5. Auction info [email protected] Sunday: Flea Market opens 9 am. Admission $10, children under 12 free. 8 x 10 space $65, Tom D’Arcangelo 631.348.3787 For more info visit www.unionhistoricalfiresociety.com or on Facebook https://tinyurl.com/y9keltnj

4 (Friday) May 2018 - Winchester, Virginia 86th Shenandoah Apple Blossom Firefighter’s Events/Parade. Part of the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival. 9 am - 2 pm. Fire truck Rodeo and Display of new and antique firefighting equipment. Held rain or shine. Millbrook High School. Watch as firefighters drive the huge machines backwards and forward through tightly spaced cones to the tick of a stop watch. http://tinyurl.com/lpm746a Registration will be available on site January, 2018. Email Clyde Clark [email protected]

5 May 2018 - Lutherville, Maryland Fire Museum of Maryland Annual Steam Show. 10 am - 2 pm. Hose wagon rides, demonstrations with hand and horse-drawn apparatus, working steam engines, antique models, kids' contests, working draft horses, Dalmatians, and food vendors! Fun for the whole family! Check our video from a past Steam Show https://youtu.be/LzzTUaKGJ0c www.firemuseummd.org

12 May 2018 - Epsom, New Hampshire 2nd Annual Walter Sanborn and John Sawyer Memorial Fire Truck Show. Webster Park. Entrance 1044 Short Falls Rd., 10 am - 2 pm. The show will be dedicated to the memory of Walter Sanborn and John Sawyer, both longtime chiefs and vehicle enthusiasts. Watch our Facebook page for more details as they become available http://tinyurl.com/y8t4wyc9

18 - 20 May 2018 - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Lancaster County Firemen’s Assoc., Fire EXPO. Harrisburg Farm show Complex. Admission $9 at door. [email protected] http://tinyurl.com/cfll9a7

20 May 2018 - Webster, Massachusetts Tri State (Mass-Conn and RI) Firefighters Meet. Memorial Beach Park, 1 Memorial Beach Dr. New, in-service, antiques and vendors. For more info call Don Lennerton 508-892-8014 or 774-696-2098. Set up on19th allowed. Look for Southern New England Fire Apparatus Association on facebook. https://tinyurl.com/ybpne9fm http://tinyurl.com/y8k9llr5

26 May 2018 - Peach Bottom, Pennsylvania 6th Annual Car/Truck Show. Location, Robert Fulton Co., 2271 Robert Fulton Hwy. Noon - 4 pm. Cars, antique fire apparatus, motorcycles etc. 717-548-8995

27 May 2018 - Cleveland, Ohio 14th Annual Firefighters Memorial Ride. Watch our web site and Facebook page for updates. http://tinyurl.com/yc5gjvpr http://tinyurl.com/ycrkv4ds

2 June 2018 - Westminster, Maryland Chesapeake Antique Fire Apparatus Assoc., annual muster and flea market. Carroll County Farm Museum. Held rain or shine, 9 am - 3 pm. Please note: parade has been discontinued. This years featured apparatus are brush trucks and mini-pumpers. Registration $15, contact Doug Wheeler [email protected] Flea market registration $15, contact Tim Jones [email protected] Visit us on Facebook http://tinyurl.com/z8zhury http://tinyurl.com/ho2ad9a

2 June 2018 - Colonia, New Jersey Colonia FD 75th Anniversary. Parade starts 12 PM, parade route begins Cleveland & Montrose to Inman Avenue and ends at Colonia Middle School http://www.coloniafire.org On Facebook https://tinyurl.com/ya7z8eew

3 June 2018 - Cincinnati, Ohio Miles Greenwood Society 7th National Fire Heritage Muster. Gwen Mooney Funeral Home and Historic Spring Grove Cemetery, 4389 Spring Grove Ave.,10 am - 4 pm. Vintage and contemporary fire apparatus displays. Firematic Flea Market and Fire Safe House demos. FREE admission and parking. For info Paul Tieman [email protected] http://milesgreenwood.org http://tinyurl.com/jl76o28

7 June (Thursday) 2018 - Los Angeles, California 21st Annual Hope for Firefighters Event, benefiting the LA Fire Department widows, orphans & disabled Firemen’s Fund. Location Hope St., between 3rd St., and Hope Place, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Live music, delicious meals prepared by fire stations, fire apparatus and demos, raffle, prizes, trophies and exciting Firefighter Muster games with more than 20 sponsored teams competing for top honors. Entry is FREE! Meals cost $14. The purpose of the event is to honor the firefighters who risk their lives to serve and protect us, and to raise funds for the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund, a valuable 501(c)(3) organization.www.hopeforfirefighters.org http://tinyurl.com/ydxdelse Contact Heather Ross 310-776-0933 [email protected] 9 June 2018 - Wakefield, Massachusetts The Massachusetts Antique Fire Apparatus Assoc. (MAFAA) invites you to our 41st Anniversary Fire Apparatus Parade, Show and Firematic Flea Market. Edgewater Office Park, Audubon Rd., 10 am - 3 pm. Parade starts 10 am from Lynnfield High School on Essex St. Please note: no dogs, bikes, rollerblades, or skateboards will be permitted on muster site. ** service dogs are permitted. Visit https://tinyurl.com/y9pmn897 for vendor and apparatus registration forms. We are also on Facebook https://tinyurl.com/ycjmgdxl Visit https://youtu.be/-kqtRw1G9AQ for a video from 2017.

9 June 2018 - Aberdeen Twp., New Jersey Aberdeen Twp Hose and Chemical #1, 100th Anniversary. Parade at noon from Line and Lloyd Rd's, to our fairgrounds, Cambridge Park. 400 Lloyd Rd. Live entertainment and food available. Visit our web site www.athc1.org for judging and entry forms. Held rain or shine.

13 - 16 June 2018 - Verona, New York Fire 2018 NYSAFC 112th Conference /Expo, Turning Stone Resort Casino. The Northeast fire industry, rescue, and EMS expo, featuring exhibits, education, hands-on training and networking. Conference: June 13 - 16. Exhibits: June 14 - 16, 2018. Note: Exhibit and program times vary. For registration visit our web site http://tinyurl.com/ycb8844w On Facebook http://tinyurl.com/y8t29b9b

15 - 16 June 2018 - Gibsonburg, Ohio 143rd Northwestern Ohio Volunteer Firemen’s Assoc. (NOVA) Convention. Hosted by the Gibsonburg VFD. Watch our Facebook page for updates https://tinyurl.com/y6vuxwhj

16 June 2018 - Manchester, Kentucky Appalachian Foothills Fire Muster, hosted by Lockard’s Creek FD. Location Clay County High School. http://affhs.com On Facebook http://tinyurl.com/ltqttcd

16 June 2018 - Stroud, Oklahoma Second annual Mother Road Fire Truck Show and Muster will be held on Route 66 from noon - 4 p.m. Also, this year there will be firefighter games. Contact Adam Chace with Stroud FD for more information at 405-334-1059 or [email protected]

16 June 2018 - Mystic, Connecticut Mystic Firemen’s Muster, noon - 3 pm. Antique hand pumped fire engine muster to see who can play the longest stream of water. This is the oldest organized sport in the USA. Spectators are invited to try out pumping the machines https://tinyurl.com/ybhdd9ny

16 - 22 June 2018 - Ocean City, Maryland 126th Annual Maryland State Firemen’s Assoc., Convention/Conference. Check our web site for more info and registration www.msfa.org

20 -23 June 2018 - Queensbury, New York 129th Hudson Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Assoc., Convention. Hosted by West Glens Falls VFC. Stay tuned for more information which includes our Mardi Gras and Dress Parades. Please watch our Facebook page for updates. https://tinyurl.com/yalypd7q

22 - 23 June 2018 - Bethelehem, Pennsylvania 115th Annual Six-County Firemen’s Assoc., Convention. Host Hanover Twnshp., Fire Department. https://www.facebook.com/HTFD137 http://sixcountyfire.org

23 June 2018 - Spencer, North Carolina 4th Annual NC Transportation Museum Fire Truck Festival. 2017 truck and emergency vehicle count was 94! More details when available. For questions contact June Hall 704-636-2889 ext. 268 http://tinyurl.com/y7wsvv2s For a video of past event visit https://youtu.be/IiCaDbpC98M Facebook https://tinyurl.com/y8pr6dxo

24,June 2018 - Jamesburg New Jersey Tri-Counties Fire Association's 27th Annual Antique Fire Apparatus Show at Thompson Park, Forsgate Dr. & Perrinville Rd. off exit 8A of the New Jersey Turnpike. Registration starts at 8:30 AM, parade starts at 10:30 AM. Tree shaded picnic and vendor areas, drafting at the lake, firematic flea market with food and drink by the Jamesburg Fire Company. Contact Dave Burns at [email protected] or Dave Napier at 732-938-2685

30 June 2018 - Valhalla, New York Fairchester Hose Haulers Antique Apparatus Muster. More info when available. https://tinyurl.com/y8df43gs

30 June 2018 - Bath, Maine Bath Firemen’s Muster, noon - 3 pm. Antique hand pumped fire engine muster to see who can play the longest stream of water. This is the oldest organized sport in the USA. Spectators are invited to try out pumping the machines. https://tinyurl.com/y6uln24y 7 July 2018 - Germantown, Ohio 22nd Annual Miami Valley Antique Fire Apparatus Assoc. (MVAFAA) Fire Apparatus Show. Event will take place in beautiful Veteran’s Park near the center of historic Germantown, Ohio. The park contains numerous shade trees, a shelter house, railroad depot, gazebo, railroad caboose, log house, playground area and ample space. Approximately 40 antique fire apparatus will be on display. Fire related flea market vendors will offer a variety of items. Bring the entire family for a fun "step back in time" adventure. Support the Germantown Firefighters Association by having lunch at their food stand. Website: www.mvafaa.org or email Jeff Tingle at [email protected]

7 - 8 July 2018 - Ramsey, Cambridgeshire UK Ramsey Rural Museum, Steam and Fire Engine Rally. Wood Lane. https://ramseyruralmuseum.co.uk Facebook https://tinyurl.com/yd6yo9lt

8 - 14 July 2018 - Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania Fayette County Firemen’s Assoc., 80th Convention and 96th Memorial Service. Hosted by Washington Twp., VFC. http://pafcfa.org/ http://tinyurl.com/y86jp8ve

14 July 2018 - Village of Port Lambton, Ontario, Canada St. Clair Parkway Fire and Safety Awareness Day. Brander Park. Further details to be announced. Email [email protected] View a video from last year here https://youtu.be/qSltMMnxlb4

14 July 2018 - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Pump Primers 43rd Annual Antique Fire Truck Muster and Flea Market. Held rain or shine Riverfront Park, across from the Harrisburg Hospital. Held rain or shine! Details TBA in February on our web site. Note: street parking is not free on weekends! There are kiosks on streets where you can pay on your cell phone with PANGO app. For listings of parking lots and fees http://parkharrisburg.com/garage-lots Please watch our web site for updates. www.papumpprimers.org Email [email protected]

14 July 2018 - Gardner, Massachusetts Gardner Firemen’s Muster, noon - 3 pm. Antique hand pumped fire engine muster to see who can play the longest stream of water. This is the oldest organized sport in the USA. Spectators are invited to try out pumping the machines https://tinyurl.com/yb4yhaqz

15 July 2018 - Davisburg, Michigan 4th Annual Family Safety Day. Location Oakland County Fair, noon - 4 pm. Event free with your paid fair admission. Fun filled day of learning how to stay safe, seeing antique and modern emergency vehicles and more. http://tinyurl.com/yctd2s3g We are accepting emergency vehicles (new, antique, unique etc.) for display, offers for demonstrations, booth/table set-ups etc. Info contact Dave Page [email protected]

21 July 2018 - Succasunna, New Jersey Antique Fire Assoc., of NJ 10th Annual Spring muster. Horseshoe Lake Park, 72 Eyland Ave., 10 am - 2 pm. Visit us on Facebook http://tinyurl.com/lshms7k For registration form http://tinyurl.com/y7reunhp For more info contact Mike 973-886-0429 [email protected]

21 July 2018 - Meriden, Connecticut 9th Annual Silver City Fire Fest. Sponsored by the CT Fire Photographers Association, Southern Connecticut Antique Fire Apparatus Collectors, and Meriden Firefighters Benevolent Soc., 9 am-3 pm. Comfort Inn 900 E. Main St. A day for firebuffs, emergency model builders and collectors, apparatus and photographers. Outdoor apparatus displays, indoor model and photography displays and vendors. The Fire Fest has something for anyone interested in emergency service. Contact Mike Quinn [email protected] 203-213-3056 On Facebook http://tinyurl.com/gkulxyv

21 July 2018 - Dover Plains, New York J.H. Ketcham Hose Company annual parade. Step-off 6 pm. https://tinyurl.com/ycmwos3u

21 - 22 July 2018 - Napoleon, Ohio Antique fire Muster hosted by Deshler FD. Henry County Fairgrounds, 821 S. Perry St. (State Route 108) https://tinyurl.com/ybtbcn4d

28 July 2018 - Newbury, Massachusetts Newbury Firemen’s Muster, noon -3 pm. Antique hand pumped fire engine muster to see who can play the longest stream of water. This is the oldest organized sport in the USA. Spectators are invited to try out pumping the machines. Newbury Firemen’s Muster, noon - 3 pm. https://tinyurl.com/y8tunlhn

29 July 2018 - Newberg, Oregon Newberg Classic Fire Apparatus show and Junior Firefighter Challenge Course, 9 am - 4 pm. Renne Field, 6th and Blaine Sts. One of the largest displays of classic fire apparatus and emergency vehicles in the Pacific Northwest. Part of the Newberg Old Fashioned Festival, July 26 - 29, and co-sponsored by the PNW Chapter of SPAAMFAA. Saturday morning parade, evening fireworks, and the fantastic rotary pancake breakfast! For detailed information, contact coordinator Matt Simek [email protected] www.newbergoldfashionedfestival.com/ 1 - 4 August 2018 - Pennsauken/Cherry Hill, New Jersey Cradle of Liberty Antique Fire Apparatus is hosting the SPAAMFAA 2018 Summer Convention. Host hotel Holiday Inn, Route 70, Cherry Hill, 1-800-465-4329. Be sure to mention Cradle of Liberty Antique Fire Assoc., for special rate. Tours/trips: Atlantic City Casino, KME, Mack Museum, Aquarium, NJ Battleship, Fire Museums and more. Muster and Firematic Flea Market, Saturday, August 4, Cooper River Park, North Park Dr., and Airport Highway, Pennsauken. Drafting and children’s activities: Tentative schedule: 8 - 9 am flea market setup 9 am - 3 pm flea market open 8 am - 9:30 am on site muster registration and parade staging 9:30 am apparatus parade and muster activities 3 pm muster awards and with demobilization immediately following Food will be available for sale. Watch our web site for updates www.clafaa.org Email [email protected] Also on Facebook http://tinyurl.com/kgg2r95 Checkout a video of our 2013 SPAAMFAA Convention by Mike Villanova. https://youtu.be/7zo2A3FReGc

1 - 4 August 2018 - Fairplay, Maryland Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Assoc., (CVVFA) 117th Annual Convention. www.cvvfa.org

4 August 2018 - Salem, Massachusetts Salem Willows Firemen’s Muster, noon - 3 pm. Antique hand pumped fire engine muster to see who can play the longest stream of water. This is the oldest organized sport in the USA. Spectators are invited to try out pumping the machines. Visit us on Facebook https://tinyurl.com/ydewfet2

18 August 2018 - Emigsville, Pennsylvania Alert Fire Company on North George St., is hosting a community celebration to help celebrate their 100th Anniversary. Event will coincide with the 106th Annual Convention for the Firefighters Association of York County. Parade Apparatus judging takes place between 8 am -noon. A parade will be held at 1:00 pm , spanning from Masonic Drive to Emig Road. We will have a series of food trucks at the fire station along with many family friendly activities. In the morning we are planning to have a children’s firefighter for a day event in which kids will have a chance to participate in an obstacle course made up of different firefighting skills. At the conclusion of the parade the activities will kick off at the station including live music, games, bounce houses and many other family friendly activities. We cordially invite all members of the community to attend and help us celebrate this momentous occasion. If any questions arise or you would like to volunteer to help with this event please message the fire company's Facebook page and we will give you contact info. Check the Event and Alert Fire Company's Facebook page for updates! http://tinyurl.com/ycoknzoe

18 August 2018 - Winchendon, Massachusetts Winchendon Firemen’’s Muster, noon - 3 pm. Winchendon American Legion Post 193, 295 School St. Antique hand pumped fire engine muster to see who can play the longest stream of water. This is the oldest organized sport in the USA. Spectators are invited to try out pumping the machines. https://tinyurl.com/yc4bq2ww

19 August 2018 - Millville, New Jersey Glasstown Antique Fire Brigade 38th Annual Fire Muster and Firematic Flea Market. Wheaton Arts And Cultural Center, 1000 Village Dr., 10 am - 4 pm. Note: apparatus must be at least 25 years old. www.gafb.net

19 - 25 August 2018 - Pine Grove, Pennsylvania 2018 Schuylkill County Firefighters Convention. Hosted by the Pine Grove Hose Hook and Ladder Co. August 19, Memorial Service; August 22, delegates meeting; August 25, parade. www.hosehookandladder.org http://schuylkillhose.com https://tinyurl.com/y9yzt2dv

25 August 2018 - New Haven, Indiana New Haven Fire Muster and EXPO, with the Fort Wayne Firefighters Museum. Historic Downtown New Haven on Broadway. 10 am - 4 pm, parade 10 am. This family event offers an apparatus parade, antique fire and ambulance muster, kids activities and games, firematic flea market, surplus equipment sales, new equipment vendors and much more. For a complete list of activities and registration forms visit wwwww.nhfiremuster.comw.nhfiremuster.com On Facebook http://tinyurl.com/n6lrbat For questions or more info call Ray Easterly 260-740-1916 or email [email protected]

5 - 8 September 2018 - Seattle, Washington Fraternal Order of Leaherheads (FOOLS) International Convention. https://tinyurl.com/y7rp468q Itinerary and registration available soon. Hosted by the Puget Sound area F.O.O.L.S. https://tinyurl.com/ya5txhaw Lodging Crowne Plaza Seattle Downtown https://tinyurl.com/y7h9s3of

5 -9 September 2018 - Waverly, Iowa Waverly Fire Department and the Waverly Volunteer Firefighters Assoc., welcome the Iowa Firefighters Assoc., 140th Annual Convention. The members are working to finalize details. We look forward to seeing everyone for another successful IFA Convention. Watch our Facebook page for details https://tinyurl.com/y8uuthsp 6 - 9 September 2018 - Cleveland, Ohio Fire Museum Network Seminar details to follow https://tinyurl.com/y6uha4lf On Facebook https://tinyurl.com/yausa4h4

8 September 2018 - Little Creek, Delaware Little Creek FC 75th Anniversay Parade and Open House. Watch our web site https://tinyurl.com/y8otvdbj and Facebook page https://tinyurl.com/y8otvdbj for details.

8 September 2018 - Lutherville, Maryland Fire Museum of Maryland, Honoring our Heroes Motor Muster, 10 am - 2 pm. Our annual salute to fire, police, EMS, and military personnel, with antique fire engine demonstrations and rides. Sponsored by area businesses and the citizens of Baltimore County, Honoring our Heroes is a great way to say "Thank You" to all of our community members in uniform. www.firemuseummd.org

14 - 16 September 2018 - Avon, Connecticut The Avon VFD will be hosting the 135th Annual CT State Firefighters Assoc., Convention/Parade. The festivities are in conjunction with Avon’s 75th Anniversary celebration. Parade Saturday 9/16, check-in 8 am. Avon High School, 510 W. Avon Rd. Parade step-off at noon. On Facebook https://tinyurl.com/ydxl2jww http://csfa.org

16 September 2018 - Citrus Heights, California 16th Annual Northern California Fire Equipment and Memorabilia Swap Meet. Co-sponsored by Pioneer Mutual H & L Society, Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District & the CA Chapter of SPAAMFAA. Located behind Sac Metro Station 21, 7641 Greenback La. Vendor set-up starts at 7 am. Open to the public 8 am - 1 pm. Free admission and free selling spaces. For info or to request a space contact Gill Aymeric 916.216.1407 This is the largest fire related swap meet on the West Coast. www.calspaamfaa.com

16 - 22 September 2018 - Greenwood, New York Orange County Volunteer Firemen’s Assoc., Convention. Parade Saturday 1 pm line up, 2 pm step off. www.ocvfa.us/2016-parade

22 September 2018 - Fulton, New York Fulton Fall Cluster Muster, 9 am - 3 pm, 2nd annual antique fire muster. Event includes invitation to all vintage public safety vehicles and apparatus which includes fire trucks, carts and trailers, police and ambulances. This is a kid friendly event. Email [email protected] On Facebook http://tinyurl.com/ybj5mggm

29 September 2018 - Farmville, Virginia Old Dominion Historical Fire Society Annual Muster. Wilcks Lake Park, 10 am - 3 pm. For more information and to register after June 1 see the ODHFS website at: www.odhfs.org Farmville Lodging information can be found at: https://tinyurl.com/ybzhfnwj Contact Floyd Greene [email protected]

30 September 2018 - York, Pennsylvania 5th Annual Fire Muster (The Bulldog Pound) & Flea Market. Sponsored by the SPAAMFAA chapter White Rose Fire Preservation of York, PA. (Old Fire Farts) Cousler Park, 1060 Church Rd., 8 am - 4 pm. This year the featured apparatus is Mack, but all types of apparatus are welcome. Judging begins at 9:15 am. Macks will be judged separately and get special trophies. Pumping contests (10 am) , kids corner (1 pm), firefighter challenge contest (9:30 am) , flea market (8 am) and plenty of food trucks (8:30 am). Awards 3 pm. All proceeds go to support the Preservation of Fire History in York County and to our First Responders Scholarship Grant. For more info email Bob [email protected] Visit us on Facebook http://tinyurl.com/gsl8hch See a video of our 2017 muster by Mike Villanova https://tinyurl.com/ya8s8j7n

7 October 2018 - Emmitsburg, Maryland 37th Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. Every Oct. the Foundation sponsors the official national tribute to all firefighters who died in the line of duty during the previous year. For a full schedule of events http://tinyurl.com/k3z4dfh Candlelight and Memorial Services will be live-streamed http://live.firehero.org

13 October 2018 - Acton, Massachusetts Acton Fire Department 100th Anniversary Celebration. We have many events planned throughout 2018 wrapping up with our 125th anniversary parade and open house. To get on our email list Email : [email protected]

21 October 2018 - Allentown, New Jersey New Jersey Fire Museum and Fallen Firefighters Memorial is holding the 2nd Annual Open House, 10 am - 3 pm. In 2016 it was the first time the collection had been seen in 40 years! Location: 4 Polhemustown Rd. The collection has over 60 antiques, contains examples of fire engines powered by hand, chemical reaction steam, gasoline and diesel fuel. In addition to the fire apparatus, many examples of tools, art, memorabilia and other items of interest will be on display. http://www.njfiremuseum.org Video of museum https://youtu.be/iQAJdJRdwBs Visit us on Facebook http://tinyurl.com/y7p4s6er 27 October 2018 - Lutherville, Maryland Fire Museum of Maryland Lantern Night, 6 - 8 pm. A family-friendly Halloween. See fire apparatus in a new light: etched glass signal lamps and kerosene lanterns; also visit with re-enactors in period attire. Wear your Halloween costume and get in for 1/2 price! www.firemuseummd.org

27 February - 2 March (tentative dates) 2019 - North Charleston, South Carolina Palmetto Lowcountry Vintage Fire Apparatus Assoc., is hosting the SPAAMFAA Winter National Convention. Host hotel Crown Plaza at Tanger Outlet. Details and exact dates TBA.

13 - 14 April 2019 - Allentown, Pennsylvania Union Historical Fire Society Annual Spring Melt Fire Memorabilia Auction and Flea Market. Agricultural Hall 302 N.17th St. For more info visit http://www.unionhistoricalfiresociety.com/

29 June 2019 - West Falls, New York Members of the West Falls Fire Company will be hosting there 100 year Celebration!!! We ask the community to come join us and celebrate with us. We are currently in the beginning stages of planning our Celebration we will post more as everything becomes finalized. https://tinyurl.com/y9q5szmb

17 - 20 July 2019 - Jeffersonville, Indiana Indiana SPAAMFAA chapter, The Pompier, Pump and Playpipe Society of Indiana is pleased to announce they will be hosting the SPAAMFAA National 2019 Summer Convention. Host hotel, Clarion Hotel, 505 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, 812-283-4411 More details coming soon. Visit us on Facebook http://tinyurl.com/zg9mbdu and www.pppsiwebpage.com Contact Jeff Rider [email protected]

2019 - Yorkanna, Pennsylvania 107th Firefighters Assoc., of York County Convention/Parade. Hosted by Yorkanna FC http://tinyurl.com/yb2qmxse

6 October 2019 - Emmitsburg, Maryland 38th Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. Every Oct. the Foundation sponsors the official national tribute to all firefighters who died in the line of duty during the previous year. For a full schedule of events http://tinyurl.com/k3z4dfh Candlelight and Memorial Services will be live-streamed http://live.firehero.org

June 2020 - SPAAMFAA Summer National Convention. Hosted by the Massachusetts Antique Fire Apparatus Assoc. This will be a joint effort with: Berkshire Chapter & the Amoskeag Reserve Engine Co. More details to come www.massmafaa.com

2020 - Dover, Pennsylvania 108th Firefighters Assoc., of York County Convention/Parade. Hosted by Dover Township FC http://tinyurl.com/yclzwwnt

4 October 2020 - Emmitsburg, Maryland 39th Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. Every Oct. the Foundation sponsors the official national tribute to all firefighters who died in the line of duty during the previous year. For a full schedule of events http://tinyurl.com/k3z4dfh Candlelight and Memorial Services will be live-streamed http://live.firehero.org

ATTEND A CONVENTION, GREAT FRIENDS, GREAT APPARATUS, GREAT TIMES! Fire Flea Market 1977 Ford/Emergency One Mini Pumper: ex-Avon Park, FL, 400 Classified ads are published as a service to our SPAAMFAA CID w/4 spd, 250 GPM w/300? GWT. Aluminum fire body, members. Please mail your ads directly to: reg#416. This is one of the first minis built by Emergency One. Bill Blunden Needs some minor body work on cab, runs well. Pump needs some PO Box 296 plumbing replaced, but does work. Have new handles for all the Carthage, NY 13619 compartment doors. Has new plugs, wires, dist cap & rotor. Carb Or e-mail to: [email protected] When the item is sold, has been rebuilt. Asking $2500. Contact Mike Healy at PLEASE advise the editor, so that it can be removed from the [email protected] or 814-558-6084 for more info. Located in listings. Sebring, FL.

*************************************** 1961 Ford F800 ALF Pumper: Former York Haven, PA rig that FOR SALE is fully operational and well maintained. This is fully equipped with 1963 Ford/Pirsch F850: Super Duty Fire Truck. Truck has many original items. Ford 332ci V-8, 5-speed, 32,600 miles, 750 been 90% restored to its original condition with the following gpm pump with 1,000 GWT. Original paint and lettering with ALF upgrades, New original paint applied in the same manner as they dark red paint, good rubber and batteries. 2 owners, always garaged, were painted back in 63, new brake cylinders, new white oak comes with original contract papers. Ready to drive and show. hose bed, New spots and flasher lights with original bulbs. Also Asking $8,000 OBO. Located in Harrisburg, PA area. Call Jim included is the original Beacon Ray Rocker Light and the original Atkinson, 717-367-5626 Federal Q-2 siren. This truck has a 401ci engine with a Hale 750 gpm Pump and a 5 speed transmission with good tires. This truck 1976 Oshkosh 85’ Ladder Tower- Red over white, recently taken would make a great addition to someone’s collection. I am asking out of service with 12,600 miles. Diesel and Allison automatic. $25000.00 but this price is very negotiable. I can be contacted 6500 watt Onan generator. Truck has just been serviced and will at the following; e-mail—[email protected] come fully equipped. Recently equipped with $10,000 Whelen phone 859-319-1668 call or text lights. Truck is located in southern Conn. $16,500 OBO. Contact John Kuzminski at 860-663-1457. FOR SALE: Toy collection. I have for sale my toy fire truck collection. It includes brands Tonka, Nylint, Hot Wheels, BRASS SPOTLIGHT: For sale, an unrestored brass drum type Matchbox, Remco, New Bright, Franklin Mint and many other spotlight. Adjustable, with cowl mount yoke and original wing nuts. brands. Also, included in the sale is showcases and display cases. Reflector has good silver finish. Light measures 10” in diameter x I am asking $6500 dollars for the entire collection. For more 5 1/4” deep. Yoke is 11” pivot to stud mount. Photo upon request. information contact John Feather at 859-319-1668 or $250.00 OBO. Call (214) 437-1355 and ask for Al or leave a [email protected] message. No texts, email is: [email protected]

FOR SALE: Newly published autobiography of Fire Captain 1963 Mack B85 pumper: Open cab, Thermodyne 707 straight 6, David Boucher (Retired) after 40 years with 3 different fire ex-Waxahachie, TX. Very good original condition, well-maintained, agencies. He served 30 years with Los Angeles County. He has and runs great. Seating in hose bed. 750 GPM Waterous rebuilt 1998. also served as the department historian and a director for the Los 45K miles. Exhibited indoors at Dallas museum. More at Angeles County Museum for 35 years. Profusely illustrated, 135 http://bit.ly/1MAzKRt, $15,000 OBO, Kurt Olsen (925) 485-1981, pages, softbound. Send $25 to David Boucher, 1625 Moreno [email protected] Dr., Glendale, California 91207 (Includes tax and shipping) 1987 OTTAWA-BECK: 1500 / 500 Triple Combination Pumper FOR SALE or TRADE. 475 HP Detroit 8V-92TA with an Allison FOR SALE: 1936 Seagrave Ladder truck, Ex-Edwardsville IL. automatic transmission and jake brake. New paint, tires, 4000 watt Last one to have F-6 engine installed at the factory. Complete generator with scene lights. Federal “Q” and electronic sirens. engine, 750 gpm pump, all wooden ladders. Windshield glass, Low mileage local (former Warner Brothers Studios). Rig in pike poles and hard suction missing. Truck is pictured in Matt excellent condition with no leaks. Registered as a California Lee’s Seagrave 125th Anniversary book on page 230. Located Historical Vehicle thru January 2018. $21,500.00 (OBO). Please in Greenville IL. Asking $2,500. Call Lloyd Moeller at contact Mike McDonald at 760-644-7541 or 618-645-0040 for details. [email protected].

FOR SALE: Several 50' lengths of 1 1/2 inch, 1 3/4 inch and 2 1959 CROWN Firecoach- S/N F-1133. Sold new to the LA Co. FD 1/2 inch double jacket synthetic fire hose 600# and 800# test. then transferred to the Valley Center FPD circa 1981 where they Aluminum hard coated couplings. NH (NST) threads. spent just under $70,000.00 with Orange County Re-Power Manufactured in the 70s and 80s. Good condition and clean. completely refurbishing it with a new Detroit 6V-92TA with jake $20 a length for 1 1/2 inch, and $25 a length for 1 3/4 and 2 1/2 brake, automatic transmission, R-170 rear end, paint and chrome inch. ALSO FOR SALE: Air assisted power steering unit by work. I need to make room for new projects. Asking $12,500.00 Air Applications Inc., Portland, OR. Unit removed from a "B" (OBO). Contact Mike McDonald at 760-644-7541 or Model Mack to restore it to original state. All components [email protected]. 1/17 included except air hoses. Works as well as when originally installed. $400. Shipping responsibility of buyer. Will co- FOR SALE OR TRADE: 1971 American-LaFrance 1000 Series operate in shipping. Located in northern Catskills. Contact Triple Combination (1500 GPM) Pumper. 525-HP Detroit 12V-71N [email protected] or 540-292-0150. diesel with a jake brake and a 5-speed Spicer transmission. Under frame B&M and CP-100 electronic sirens, intercom system and chrome done, some sandblasting of parts and sprayed with DP all new tires on polished aluminum wheels. 63,000 original Primer. Truck is mostly apart $20,000. Asking $15,000 or best miles. Assigned new to the Beverly Hills Headquarters offer. Also a 1953 Seagrave canopy cab. Ex White Hall, OH. Station-1. Licensed thru June 2017. $18,500.00 (OBO). Please Truck is intact - V12, twin hose reels, Q, etc. Needs restoration contact Mike McDonald at (760) 644-7541 or $2,300 or best offer. Dennis Moser - % Alloy Welding, Co. 2786 [email protected]. Fishing Creek Road N., Wilkesboro, NC 28659 336-667-7783

1917 Model TT wheels four wooden spoke rear wheels. Two 1914 American LaFrance, Model Type 10, Combination are 30X5” with brake drums, solid rubber, also four de- Chemical/Hose truck. This vehicle is original, unrestored mountable front rims (two have solid rubber, two split de- condition. It was the first piece of motorized fire apparatus mountables) $500.00 for all. 513-726-6913 Ohio purchased by the Wildwood, New Jersey Fire Department. Currently located in Portland, Oregon. $75,000. James Zordich For sale: 2 Ahrens-Fox piston pumpers, both run & pump. [email protected] One 1928/29, the other 1931. 1938 Seagrave safety sedan pumper. 1922 Ahrens-Fox high pressure hose wagon, aka 'boat 1898 WATEROUS “NEW CENTURY’ HAND DRAWN FIRE tender”, about 80% restored.; 1949 ALF series 700 gpm pumper, ENGINE machine is rebuilt, operational, in museum condition 1,000gpm; 1940 Seagrave tractor drawn steel aerial, big V-12 with lanterns, (repro) oil cans, new 3"suction hose and strainer, motor. For complete descriptions, asking prices and pictures, covered trailer included. asking 75K reply to [email protected] email [email protected] Tom Jenkins 1955 open cab American LaFrance: It has a diesel engine and 1964 Mack C95F pumper, original owner New Castle DE. is ready for full restoration, no rust. There also is a cap for the Thermodyne diesel 672 cu.in., low miles, 500 gal. tank, 1,000 cab if desired. I would like $ 5,000.00 for this one. Call Wayne GPM, 2 stage pump, power steering, air brakes, new wood at 727-992-3305 [email protected]. New Port Richey, FL ladders, brass coupled hose, full compliment of tools, appliances. 34656 asking $12,000. Jim Briggs 352-394-8709, [email protected] (Florida) 1986 HAHN Triple Combination Pumper. Detroit 6V-92TA with Jacobs Brake, Allison HT-740 A/T, Hale QSMG 1250 Collection of fire apparatus literature for sale- I am offering GPM pump, 750 GA tank, 6" Gated front suction, Elkhart 250 a treasure trove of premier ALF items as follows: GPM foam eductor, polished aluminum 22.5 wheels, 6KW Onan 37 issues of the Phoenix newsletter (Aug 85 to Oct 2000) by diesel generator and (2) 500 watt scene lights. Very low mileage John Peckham. There is a tremendous amount of historical and in excellent condition. $13,500.00 OBO Mike McDonald, details presented in John’s biting commentary style. These cover Western Heavy Equip. Rentals. Post Office Box 3336 the last of the Elmira era, the Figgie era and some of the Escondido, CA., 92033-3336 Cell: 760-644-7541 Freightliner era. $300 10 issues of Classic Coterie (71 to 77). This publication was Continental 16 R engine available in the Chicago area. It's specifically for ALF antique owners by the ALF Company. complete, as far as I can tell, but it is not all together. The head $100 was taken off and machined but never put back on. Call for 9 issues of Blazes (71 to 77). House organ of ALF. $100 more information. Cell will take a message if I can't take the 700 series parts list $20 call. Fr. Tom Franzman 773-551-0423 (4-16) 175th anniversary items: Fireline newsletter Oct 97; ”Fully involved“ magazine 2001; “Revolution” booklet; 1946 Ford Howe 500 GPM Pump, Over $10,000 in New 175th anniversary program booklet. All for $30 items including: all 6 tires, brake pads, brake valves, brake Two drawings of first delivery to Valley Hill, NC, in Sept. 96 $25 pistons, distributor cap and wires, tune up, radiator boil and Factory photo of old ladder truck in front of plant $10 flush, oil and filter change, 6 volt system, equipment ladder, 11 brochures and catalogs on ALF and Freightliner from hose reel, nozzles, boot rack, tailboard windshield. Asking 175th celebration. $50 $10,000 North Charleston brochure on Figgie antiques $25 Contact: Gregory Barilleaux, Barilleaux Consulting LLC, 150th anniversary photo album by Visiting Fireman $50 Disabled Veteran Owned Company- 113 North Poydras Contact Harvey Eckart 220 E. 11th ST. Berwick, PA 18603 Street, Breaux Bridge, Louisiana 70517 570-759-2343 [email protected] Email: [email protected] Cell: 337-849-3876 FOR SALE 1926 REO Speedwagon Fire Truck. This truck is a “sister” and configured the same as the restored one pictured on the rear cover of Enjine~Enjine 2013-3. It is a straight, original, unrestored complete truck except for the usual accessories of ladders, hoses, etc. I do have new, un-mounted tires and tubes for same. The truck is located in Abilene, Texas and I am asking $8500.00. Photos are available if interested. Phone is 325-668-6678 and email is [email protected]. Tim Eyssen

1931 American LaFrance. ”200” master style. Ex. Carrollton, Ky. Restoration was started. New radiator, drive chains, some Phone: 470-272-3957 Email: [email protected] WANTED Address: 5523 Wylstream Way Norcross, Georgia 30093.

WANTED – O.J. Childs chemical engine pressure gauge, 2 ½” WANTED: Hello, my name is Brad Dilgard from Loudonville, in diameter and an O.J. Childs wrench to complete our Chemical Ohio. I’m seeking information on a fire truck used here at the engine. See photos. Also in need of any O.J. Childs literature, Loudonville Fire Dept. The truck had only chemical tanks for ads, etc showing their hand drawn equipment so we can restore fire suppression, unfortunately, the tanks and gauges have been ours to exact factory specifications. I also will be casting crank lost or destroyed, I’m not even sure what year this truck is. The handles for Childs chemical tanks so contact me if needed. only numbers I can find were on the left front inside corner of Thomas Herman, 804-590-1239 or email [email protected]. frame rail: D 221526 either IE or TE . The chassis seems to be For photos. a Dodge Brothers, but the body does not look like the Dodge WANTED: Does anyone know if there are any vendors who can Brothers bodies I have seen. Hopefully, someone can shed some rehab the support suspension of vintage fire helmets? I have 2 light on this truck, thank you. 1950s Bullard helmets that need repair. Contact Charles Bachini in Virginia at 978-790-6700. WANTED: The Adams Center NY Fire Dept. Exempt Benevolent Assn. is looking for a 1931 Sanford engine, Model WANTED: 4" plain hose, pump, steamer CAP, pin or rocker lug 211, Serial # F21R5276. The engine has a cast aluminum rocker style. Andrew Harvey, SPAAMFAA Founding Member, 814- cover, an updraft carburetor, flywheel housing has 12 bolts. We 226-6956 PA eves. have manifolds, carburetor, generator, starter, bell housing. Mainly we just need the engine, but will take entire truck if WANTED: The Genesee Valley, NY, Chapter is reaching out on necessary. We believe that this unit was built in 1928, but was behalf of a local volunteer fire department who is searching for never registered until 1931. The truck is completely restored, a Barton U40 Fire Pump (Gear Ratio 2.13-1) to complete the but the engine blew and did a lot of damage internally, so this restoration of their 1935 Ford Fire Truck. We have been unable is why we are looking for the engine. If anyone has this unit and to locate a Barton pump locally and are now reaching out to other wishes to sell, please contact David Avery at 315-583-5471 or chapters of SPAAMFAA and asking you to check with your by e-mail at [email protected] members if anyone may have a surplus pump or know the whereabouts of one we could purchase. Our current pump is WANTED: Hale transfer case for a 500 or 600 GPM pump missing its internal gears. Kindly contact me with any questions, vintage around 1928. If you know of a discarded rig in a field suggestions or leads. Charles Schreiber (585) 703-6005 somewhere that might do. Finder’s fee if successful. Pete West, 540-270-0200, [email protected]. WANTED: I'm looking for parts to finish my 1928 Ahrens- Fox. I have spent the last ten years contacting members to help track WANTED: Looking for a pair of Sanford 4” suction covers. I down some of my stolen parts stamped 1754 on some parts. I need two, but will take any I can get. Any condition, contact have had a few members who I am grateful for helping me out Mike Prosser at: [email protected] or 315-591-8577 with parts, but would really like to be able to finish this truck. If you have a part for an Ahrens-Fox that you are interested in WANTED: 60 Degree 2-1/2” NH thread swivel elbow; unusual, selling please contact me. Even if I don't need it, it may be but they were made. Chromed brass short radius preferred. something I can trade with another owner to get what I need. Akron #631 in pyrolite even. Andrew Harvey, SPAAMFAA Thanks for any help. Contact me at [email protected] founding member, 814-226-6956 PA Eves.

WANTED: Engine plates, makers plates, identification plates or WANTED to buy: Part to replace cracked portion of Hale front fire department name plates from early apparatus including steam mount pump on my 1972 Ford Towers Pumper gear drive. Part fire engines, hose reels, hose carriages, hand tubs or early number P75-253. Scott Barthelmass. 314-565-2480. motorized fire apparatus. Contact Ralph Jennings at 215-313- [email protected] 0325. WANTED: Waukesha 6RB engine. I need 2 of the 3 blocks, 2 WANTED: My name is Peter Tropp, from Fire Buffs of Illinois. pistons with push rods, a set of 12 valves and a gasket kit. Rick I'm looking for a hydrant adapter. A 4 inch female with a 4 1/2 603-759-9005 or [email protected] inch male. Any questions please let me know contact: ptroppalf@gmail .com WANTED: California Twin sonic (Model CTS) in good to excellent condition. LA County Platter light in good to excellent WANTED: Buying all types of fire memorabilia. Buying full or condition. Mark Dsnielczyk (815) 363-6964 partial collections. Top dollar paid. Contact: Ryan TreDenick, Email: [email protected]. Phone: (610) 745-0280 WANTED: Need a fuel cap for 1954 Seagrave aerial ladder. Could also be from a 1963 Seagrave. Dick Colacino, 410 WANTED: Philadelphia Fire Dept. memorabilia. Looking for Sycamore Trail, Newark, NY 14513 315-573-4067 or Philadelphia Fire Dept. items. Top Dollar Paid. Contact Ryan [email protected] TreDenick [email protected] (610) 745-0280 WANTED: (1) - 1920 Stutz Rear 4” Hub cap. Please call Hi SPAAMFAA Members, my name is Elliot Paisner and I am 317-370-6437 and ask for Jim a Jr. Member of SPAAMFAA and collect department and company patches. Thank You, Elliot SPAAMFAA C/O CANDY BENNETT 8035 Bird Pond Road Adams Run, SC 29426