Patch, Fire
Object number2010.49.14
Mediumnylon
Credit LineGift of Ruth Byrd Smith
DescriptionNavy blue fire patch with embroidered gold border; patch is in keystone shape. Embroidered in center is township name, fire company name and images of a fireman's helmet, tools, and ladder superimposed.Dimensions4 x 4 in. (10.2 x 10.2 cm)InscriptionsEmbroidered text in center, "NORTH / VERSAILLES / TWP / CRESTAS / VOL. FIRE DEPT."
Historical NotesPart of a collection belonging to James W, Carter a township commissioner of North Versailles, Pennsylvania, from the 1920s to the 1960s. Carter was a member of several fraternal organizations including the American Woodmen, Knights of Pythias, Odd Fellows, and the Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elk of the World Lodge 515.
Previous owner
James Walter Carter
Related institution
Crestas Volunteer Fire Company
On View
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1880-1889
1969
