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Centennial Burying the Razor Procession
The " Brothers of the Brush" Funeral Procession for the Burying the Razor ("John Dulledge") departs from Maynard Town Hall on Main Street at 2pm on New Year's Day.
The Razor was buried at Memorial Park near the corner of Nason and Summer…
The Razor was buried at Memorial Park near the corner of Nason and Summer…
Centennial Scrapbook
A comprehensive scrapbook of the events leading up to the 100th Anniversary of the incorporation of Maynard. Most of the scrapbook are newspaper clippings from the Assabet Beacon but also includes artifacts such as tickets.
Centennial Brothers of the Brush Rules
Rules and regulations of the Brothers of the Brush, a group organized during the Maynard Centennial celebration.
Centennial Brothers of the Brush Meeting
Jim Stone (from Norfolk, MA) addresses a general meeting of the Maynard Brothers of the Brush. Mr. Stone gave the gathering some ideas on centennial activities that might be adopted for Maynard's celebration.
Also: Jon Armour, Bob Tobin
Also: Jon Armour, Bob Tobin
Centennial Brothers of the Brush Meeting
Two photos from a Brothers of the Brush general meeting at the Maynard Rod and Gun Club "Sheriff" Bill Robinson is stuffed into a trash so he can be brought to the "Judge".
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Centennial Burying the Razor Ceremony
In its final resting place, covered with tears and after shave lotion, the casket awaits the moment when it will finally find lasting peace.
John Dulledge (1871-1971) was laid to rest Friday, January 1, 1971 in a small plot in downtown…
John Dulledge (1871-1971) was laid to rest Friday, January 1, 1971 in a small plot in downtown…
Centennial Burying the Razor Ceremony
A solemn moment before John Dulledge is finally laid to rest. Particularly affected is. Jack Knowles, left, who spent many long hours designing and making the casket with loving care.
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Center Rear: Tom…
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Center Rear: Tom…
Centennial Burying the Razor Procession
Photo of Centennial Belle "mourners" who lined the path along the Razor funeral procession.
Centennial Ties Unveiled
Centennial Ties for the Maynard Centennial are modeled by the Milltowners of the “Brothers of the Brush,” during an open house at Town Hall.
(left to right):
Bill Robinson, Paul Murphy, Bob Tobin, Francis Alving.
The ties, which reflect the…
(left to right):
Bill Robinson, Paul Murphy, Bob Tobin, Francis Alving.
The ties, which reflect the…
Centennial Raffle Drawing
At a "Brothers of the Brush" meeting, Hazel Genest (of the Centennial Belles) showed up to draw the raffle ticket from a hat held by Bill Robinson.
Note Bill Robinson's attire includes the Centennial Tie, his "Centennial Sheriff" badge, and his…
Note Bill Robinson's attire includes the Centennial Tie, his "Centennial Sheriff" badge, and his…
Centennial Brothers of the Brush Dance
Brothers of the Brush enjoy hot dogs and sauerkraut during an "Old Tyme Food at Old Tyme Prices" dance held at the VFW Hall (the first dance sponsored by the Brothers).
(roughly left to right)
Tom Campbell (white shirt)
Bill Robinson (striped…
(roughly left to right)
Tom Campbell (white shirt)
Bill Robinson (striped…
Centennial Toll Booth at Wine Tasting Party
During a Centennial Belles Wine Tasting Party, held at the Rod and Gun Club, the Flintlocks division of the Brothers of the Brush set up a a "toll booth" including "Toots".
The sign reads:
Congratulations
the
FLINTLOCKS
HAVE JUST SHOT YOU…
The sign reads:
Congratulations
the
FLINTLOCKS
HAVE JUST SHOT YOU…
Centennial Pre-Muster Dance
In August 1970 the Maynard Fire Department held their first muster in 40 years. A pre-muster dance was held at the Elks hall sponsored by the Brothers of the Brush and the Centennial Belles.
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Left front…
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Left front…
Centennial Brothers of the Brush Court
During a "courtroom" session of the Brothers of the Brush, George Shaw reports on his sentence of a fish he must keep in his possession on him or in his car while in Maynard. His sentence is the result of blocking traffic on Route 2 showing off a…
Maynard Dramatic Club - "The Armored Dove"
A scene from the Maynard Dramatic Club's presentation of the play "The Armored Dove" . The two performances were sponsored by The Centennial Belles and The Brothers of the Brush.
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Selectmen at John Dulledge "Funeral"
Maynard Selectmen Thomas Coco (l) and Howard Boeske (r) listen to the final words during the burial of "John Dulledge" at the end of the "Burying the Razor" ceremony as the Brothers of the Brush begin their shaving ban until June.
Belles vs. Brothers Basketball Game
The Main Charter Centennial Belles and the Milltowners (Brothers of the Brush) showed off their basketball skills in the Maynard High School gymnasium.
Faces visible: Bob Tobin, Virginia Murphy, Ingrid Martin
Faces visible: Bob Tobin, Virginia Murphy, Ingrid Martin
Medal Raffle at Centennial New Year's Eve Party
Unidentified people selling chances to win Centennial Medal #9 at the New Year's Eve party sponsored by the Centennial Belles and the Brothers of the Brush.
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(The winner of the raffle was Walter Sokolowski)
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(The winner of the raffle was Walter Sokolowski)
Centennial Sheriff Badge - Maynard Centennial Time Capsule 1971
A Maynard Centennial Sheriff Badge which was found in the Maynard Centennial Time Capsule, buried in 1971 and opened in 2021. The badge is made of metal and is black with gold colored tips.
During the run-up to the Centennial celebration the men's…
During the run-up to the Centennial celebration the men's…
Brothers of the Brush Charters Maynard Time Capsule 1971
The 'Brothers of the Brush' were a group of men in Maynard who grew beards during the Centennial Year 1971. Brothers of the Brush Charters were issued to the following groups: 'The Muskrats'; the 'Deer Slayers'; the 'Milltowners'; the 'Smoke…