'Turnback Tuesday' features Hotckiss Hose Company of Derby

Turnback Tuesday is reminding everyone of the Hotchkiss Hose Co. of Derby.

This fire company was formed on June 7, 1837 which makes this the oldest fire company in Derby. It was started by Edward Shelton, Julius Hotchkiss, Ephraim Curtiss and Edward Lewis with Frank Gates as the first captain. The first location was on the corner of Third and Minerva. Since the 1970s their location is David Humphreys Road across the street from Bradley School.

The Derby Public Library has on display till the end of October memorabilia from the Hotchkiss Hose Co. and its members. We encourage you to come and visit this incredible piece of history.

Thanks goes to Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.