History of Gardner, Massachusetts/Fire Department

by Lewis Glazier

Fire Department.

The fire department at the present time, consists of two organized companies of engine men formed in 1852. One is located in the south village, and is called the Cataract, No. 1; Samuel Bent, Foreman. The other, is in the west village, and is called the Torrent, No. 2; Hiram Wood, Foreman. Both companies have powerful engines which were purchased by the town at an expense of nearly three thousand dollars, including hose.