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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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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…

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A drumbeat accompanies the "Brothers of the Brush" Funeral Procession for the Burying the Razor ("John Dulledge") departing 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…

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Photo of Centennial Belle "mourners" who lined the path along the Razor funeral procession.

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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…

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A poster promoting the musical at Maynard High School Auditorium on April 23, 1971

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A cotton apron produced for the Maynard, MA Centennial in 1971.

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Seven small ceramic cups created for Maynard's centennial celebration in 1971. The 5.25-inch tall cups are imprinted with the Maynard Centennial Medal logo.

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A large ceramic mug created for Maynard's centennial celebration in 1971. The 5.25-inch tall mug is imprinted with the Maynard Centennial Medal logo.

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At the Centennial Committee Day program Bill Bennett (r) presented George Hatch (l) with Centennial Medal #19 for his daughter Nyomi who was born earlier that day: April 19, 1971

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A poster promoting a concert at the time of the centennial to take place at the high school auditorium.

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Seven (7) white and blue Centennial Cups.

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Photo of a woman modeling an 1870's style dress at a fashion show held at St. Bridget hall.

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A road block set up by the Flintlocks subdivision of the Brothers of the Brush at the entrance to the Rod & Gun Club parking lot to collect a toll from people attending the wine tasting party.

Driver: Daniel Hnatio
Collector: Thomas Moore,…

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A gavel used during the Maynard Centennial, 1971. The words 'Maynard Historical Society 1971' are engraved on a brass band.

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Three glass mugs created for Maynard's Centennial celebration in 1971. The 5-inch tall mugs are imprinted with the Maynard Centennial Medal logo.

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A historical account of the Union Congregational Church of Maynard (Main Street) written at the time of their 100th anniversary

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Unknown: #1-2; #5 -rear.
3) Virginia Murphy
4) Hazel Genest

Possible location is Marlboro.

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A set of Centennial jewelry with the Clock Tower and the words "Town of Maynard Massachusetts 1871" embossed on the front. The set includes a bracelet, necklace, cufflinks, and pin.