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Fire Engine Company No. 14 - 1906
Putnam and Amherst Streets - Providence, Rhode Island

This is a "Hose Wagon" built in 1893. It is drawn by two horses and has solid rubber tires. The Wagon carries 800 feet of 21/2 inch hose and weighs 3,200 pounds. The "Fire Company" consisted of a Captain, a Lieutenant, a Driver, and 4 Hosemen.

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