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JONAS. The White Turtle & The Red Crab of Philade

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Philadelphia: Published and printed by Priff, c. 1852. Lithograph, hand-colored (305 x 450 mm). Framed. Condition: expertly restored, with repaired tears and overcoloring. Provenance: Martin P. Snyder. "In response to an alarm given by the United States Engine Company, located at the intersection of Old York Road, 4th and Callowhill Streets, the Northern Liberty Hose Company 'White Turtle' and the Lafayette Hose Company 'Red Crab' met at the corner of Dillwyn and Noble Streets, whence they began a fierce race, which was finally won by the 'White Turtle.' This rare picture presents an excellent illustration of the rivalry existing between companies in all fire departments in the days of hand-drawn apparatus, and also the ready willingness and spirit of firemen in the days of the volunteer, when their pay consisted chiefly of 'crackers and cheese' and an occasional tin dipper of coffee" (Jennes). Jennes, Bucket Brigade to Flying Squandron, p. 88. Not in Wainwright.

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