IT HAPPENED IN MILFORD WEEK 26
Co-authored by Jean Tsang and David Gregory
In 1695 Jonathan Law graduated from Harvard.
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In 1851 the Milford Fire Company changed its name to the Wepawaug Engine Company No.1. Within thirty days of joining the company a member must provide his own uniform:Black Glazed hat (Sou’Wester) rim 5”wide behind and 2 ½ inches in front. “1” painted on front. Dark plantoons without suspenders, a red flannel shirt (collar to be four inches wide) and the bosom buttoned on the right breast with three black buttons.
Specifications courtesy of History of Milford Connecticut 1639-1939 WPA Writers.
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Pictured is the Morningside section of Milford. The panaromic view of Long Island Sound has always been an attraction. The beauty of Morningside only demonstrates why so many have chosen to call Milford home.
Photo courtesy of Milford Historical Society
For more information the City of Milford's 375th Anniversary Celebration visit www.milfordct.375.org or email info@milfordct375.org
