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Virginia City Fire Department Certificate *Territorial* NV - Virginia City,Storey County - 1862 - 20

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Virginia City Fire Department Certificate *Territorial* NV - Virginia City,Storey County - 1862 - 20
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Framed original certificate of Membership, which certifies John Shaw, on June 2nd, 1862, was duly elected to Engine Company No. 1. Signed by Foreman John B. Percy and Secretary S.E. Welheuill. Certificate measures 7.5" x 4.25". Frame measures 14.5" x 11.25". Frame matting and backing is acid-free. Engine Company # 1 was the first formed in Nevada, with a hand-drawn pumper. The volunteering men came from all walks of life. The Company ordered a special bell all the way from England. Through the years it was moved from location to location, and is still used today to ring in very special occasions. - Jacobitz Collection -59754