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Peter Achorn
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PO Box 276, Tenants Harbor, ME 04860 USA
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STEAMERS
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Steam powered engines began to be produced in the 1850's. They required a few well trained people to operate, and they could continue pumping for hours. A coal fired boiler drove the pistons to move the water.

At first these engines were pulled by hand to the fire. As they increased in size it became necessary to move them with horses. This steamer was originally pulled by hand. Later, it was rigged for a horse and the seat was added for a driver. It is an awkward place to sit with the air chamber and lantern between the horse and driver.

1875 Clapp & Jones steam fire engine

fly wheel and front wheel of Clapp & Jones drivers seat of 1875 Clapp & Jones steam fire engine

1875 Clapp & Jones steam fire engine Fred Conway on his 1875 Clapp & Jones steamer

vehicle owner Fred Conway

coal box of 1911 American LaFrance steamer

closeup of scroll on 1911 American LaFrance steamer

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STEAMERS
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