Illinois News Index

McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 26 May 1955, p. 13

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TM«fsaafr,M»Y2e,1^55 THE McHBHftY PLAINBEXEER T" . t & McHENRY FIRE STATION McHENRY TOWNSHIP FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Proud of the new firehbuse and proud, too, that it houses three fire-fighting vehicles with expertly trained firemen to man them .. McHenry fire protection district can feel secure in knowing that their lives are iri such capable hands . Inside looking out.... .. . this photo was taken from the rear of the firehouse looking out onto Elm street . . . All three stalls have concave floors of solid concrete, with plenty of floor drains throughout . . . The three overhead garage doors are operated electrically by a pull cord to open ... when the fire trucks leave the station house an automatic timing devise closes them . . . This unique looking kitchen would make any housewife envious, equipped witTi white enameled metjSTwall and "base cabinets . . . Counter tops are cohered in bright red formica. There is also an exhaust fan to extract odors. & S;, .. 'fi A room which will serve many purposes such as meetings, recreation, etc. When McHenry's population demands the need for a full-time staff of firemen, this room will probably serve as sleeping quairters. 1 ""Thlsf* shower ro6m"is eqUTppe^"with three of the most modern showers . . . completely tiled in colorful shades of today's color-trend decor. p»i hi " * Photos by Kolin We Need Your Help! It's my job to put out fires . . . It's your job to prevent them . . . I'll risk my life to save yours . . . but your caution can safeguard both . . . Eliminate fire hazards from your homes . . . Put a stop to careless habits, (like smoking in bed) before they put a stop to you (and me!) . . . I'll do my best to save you and your property and your life. . . But YOU can do MOST by stopping fires before they start . . . TONYAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY GENERAL CONTRACTORS 100 BOBDEN STREET PHONE McHENRY 1S2 McHENHY, ILLINOIS LEE & RAY ELECTRIC ELECTRICAL WIRING and FIXTURES 516 W. Main Street PHONE 882 McHenry, I1L H. E. BUCH & SONS PLUMBING - HEATING Route 120 East PHONE 48 McHenry, ill. JOHN F. BRDA & SON SHEET METAL WORK - GAS & OIL HEATING Phone 849-R McHenry, 111. McHENRY SAND & GRAVEL READY MIXED CONCRETE Radio Dispatehed PHONE 920 McHenry, ID. ; |r.; is

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