Front:
HOSE CO.
78. Franklin Hose Co. N9:4. House on Mills St.,
Providence, Ri.
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POST CARD
R. WILKINSON, 55 Eddy St., Providence, R.I.
Published
Hose-Wagon built in 1895. Is drawn by two horses
and fitted with rubber tires and roller-bearing axles.
Carries 800 ft. of 272-in. Hose and weighs, ready for
service, 3,680 lbs. In service at Station 6 from
May 9, 1895, until June 1, 1898. Rebuilt and placed
in service at Station 4, July 21, 1899.
Company consists of 1 Capt., 1 Lieut., 6. Hosemen,
and 1 Driver.
