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Old Orchard Beach ~ 1907
Fire Society
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Pictured at left is the catalyst for the
organization of the Old Orchard Beach 1907 Fire Society.
It is a 1925 American LaFrance 1000gpm pumper. It was originally purchased for the
Town of Old Orchard Beach by Chief Theodore "Teddy" Mingo, it
served as a front line piece until 1960 when Chief Louis Wharff replaced it with a 1960 pumper.
It is the first pumper that Retired Chief
Thomas Smith drove when he was hired as a fulltime firefighter.
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Make History!
The non-profit Old Orchard Beach 1907 Fire Society
must raise $15,000 this fall in order to purchase the 1925
American LaFrance pumper
shown above. This is a rare opportunity to bring a piece of Old
Orchard Beach's history home, as this antique fire engine has
recently become available on the market. To contribute to the
purchase of this engine, please consider a donation to the Old
Orchard Beach 1907 Fire Society. Your tax-deductible donation
will go directly to the purchase of the 1925 American LaFrance
pumper, and you will be a part of making
history in Old Orchard Beach as we work together toward the expansion of a
permanent fire museum. Checks made payable to the 1907 Fire Society may be mailed to:
1907 Fire Society, P.O. Box 65, Old Orchard
Beach, ME 04064.
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For more information telephone
(207)934-5061 or email Arthur Guerin.
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Working towards the establishment of a permanent
fire museum in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. Having this facility as a learning center for
fire safety and burns awareness for children and adults. The
discovery and collection of materials related to our local fire
service. Providing for the preservation of such material and
for its accessibility to all who wish to examine or study it. To
advance the research and recording of the local fire service. To
promote the rebuilding and refurbishing of fire apparatus and
equipment.
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