This very clear image of a uniformed fireman was photographed by the studio of Mc Donald & Co of Denver, Colorado.
Fireman in Denver, Colorado
Fireman in Chester, Pennslyvania
This Cabinet card features a fireman in Chester, Pennsylvania. He is a member of the Franklin Company which was one of the five companies comprising the Chester Fire Department. The Franklin Company was established in 1867. At the time of this photograph all firemen except drivers and chiefs were volunteers. In 1904, two of the Chester fire companies were sent to the “Great Baltimore Fire” for a weeks duration. Chester is in southeastern Pennsylvania near Philadelphia. The photographer of this image is Jeanes of Chester, Pennsylvania.
Fireman in St. Louis, Missouri
This fireman is posing for his portrait in St. Louis, Missouri. The photographer is Meier.Charles F. Meier was a photographer in St. Louis between 1875 and 1900.
Fireman in Chicago, Illinois
This fantastic Cabinet card captures a Fireman in an old style uniform. He is seated in the photographic studio of Alex. Hesler of Chicago, Illinois. Note the pin on his bib that looks like a hydrant. Also note that his belt has some numbers and some writing. It would be terrific to have someone knowledgeable about fire department history to leave a comment explaining his uniform, pin and belt.
Policeman or Fireman in Stamford, Connecticut
This Cabinet card is an image of a young policeman or fireman. The badges on his jacket and hat are not clear enough to read. Do you have an idea or some knowledge that would determine his actual occupation? Please share your opinion. This uniformed fellow had his photograph taken by Havee of Stamford, Connecticut.
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