2024.036.029

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from The Chicken Mart
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from The Chicken Mart. In the frame, a poem is written;

"A Home Blessing

Bless us all who dwell within

Each one of us, friend or kin

Let our welcome courteous be

To all who enter, as to Thee

Dear Lord, please show the way

From a darkened night to a bright new day

In joy, in sorrow, let us know Thy Grace

O Lord, make our home a happy place.

     Dan E. Boy"

Below that is written the following;

"THE CHICKEN MART

Chicken BAR-B-Q Deliciously Different

Fresh Whole and Cut Up Chicken

98 Essex St.     Lawrence, Mass.

Phone MUrdock 24531"

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Format
7" x 5"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Good
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian

Back is somewhat stained

Cataloged On
Status
OK

2024.036.028

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from The Chicken Mart
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from The Chicken Mart. In the frame, there are two pictures, one of Jesus Christ, and one of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The following information is written in the frame;

"WHOLE and CUT UP CHICKEN

FRESH FARM EGGS

THE CHICKEN MART

WHOLE BAR - B - Q - CHICKEN

"Deliciously Different"

Lawrence, Mass"

On the back, there is a calendar for the year 1960 that reads as the follows;

"Season's Greetings

MAY THE SPIRIT OF THIS HOLIDAY SEASON BE WITH YOU THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

1960"

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Date (created)
1960
Format
4" x 7"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Good
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian
Cataloged On

2024.036.027

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from Cleary's Amoco Service
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from Cleary's Amoco Service. In the frame, there are two separate pictures of a boy and girl, both holding flowers and accompanied by a dog. The following information is written in the frame;

"CLEARY'S AMOCO SERVICE

- Amoco Tires and Tubes -

Caburetion and Ignition

Range and Fuel Oils

651 Broadway     Lawrence, Mass.

Tel. 21308     Night 27654"

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Format
4" x 7"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Good
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian
Cataloged On
Status
OK

2024.036.026

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from Broadway Mattress and Furniture Co.
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from Broadway Mattress and Furniture Co.. In the frame, there is a picture of an angel and girls praying. The following information is written in the frame;

"BROADWAY MATTRESS AND FURNITURE CO.

WE MANUFACTURE ALL KINDS OF NEW MATTRESSES

ALSO REBUILDING MATTRESSES TO LOOK LIKE NEW

TEL. 29846     166 ESSEX ST., LAWRENCE, MASS."

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Format
3.5" x 4"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Fair
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian

Frame is rusty, as well as dirty, obscuring the picture.

Cataloged On
Status
OK

2024.036.025

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from Broadway Mattress and Furniture Co.
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from Broadway Mattress and Furniture Co. In the frame, there is a picture of a woman holding flowers. On the back, there is a calendar for the year of 1950, upon which is written "MAY ALL GOOD THINGS FIND THE PATH TO YOUR DOOR THROUGH THE COMING YEAR". The following information is written on the label;

"BROADWAY MATTRESS AND FURNITURE CO.

HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE

Manufacturing

NEW MATTRESSES, STUDIO COUCHES

DIVANOLAS

170-180 Common St.     Lawrence, Mass.

Phone 29846"

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Date (created)
1950
Format
7" x 5"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Good
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian
Cataloged On
Status
OK

2024.036.024

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from Bresnahan Ice - Oil - Gas Co.
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from Bresnahan Ice - Oil - Gas Co. In the frame, there is a picture of a log cabin, layered with some trees in the foreground. The following information is written in the frame;

"BRESNAHAN ICE - OIL - GAS CO.

Service That Satisfies

LAWRENCE     -     MASS.

Phones 9589 - 82300"

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Format
4" x 8"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Poor
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian

The picture is torn, there is rust on the frame, and the back is heavily stained.

Cataloged On
Status
OK

2024.036.023

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from Bob's Package Store, Inc.
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from Bob's Package Store, Inc. In the frame, there is a picture of a girl holding a dog in silhouette, surrounded by a reflective cover. The following information is written on the label;

"BOB'S PACKAGE STORE, INC.

LIQUORS, WINES and BEERS

289 Park Street     Lawrence, Mass.

Free Delivery - Tel. 30979"

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Format
7" x 4"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Good
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian

Frame is somewhat rusty

Cataloged On
Status
OK

2024.036.022

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from Bob's Package Store, Inc.
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from Alliance Auto Seat Covers. In the frame, there is a picture of a man and a woman fishing. The following information is written in the frame;

"Tel. 30979

BOB'S PACKAGE STORE, INC.

Free Delivery

LIQUORS, WINES and BEERS

289 Park Street     Lawrence"

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Format
5" x 7"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Good
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian

Back is faintly stained.

Cataloged On
Status
OK

2024.036.021

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from Back Bay Garage
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from Back Bay Garage. In the frame, there is a picture of a church surrounded by autumn trees. Above the picture, it says "AMERICA'S HERITAGE - RELIGIOUS FREEDOM". The following information is written in the frame;

"BACK BAY GARAGE

E. D. PACKER, Prop.

Storage, Greasing, Repairs

MUrdock 2-5906     298 Jackson Street

Lawrence, Mass.

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Format
4.5" x 6"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Good
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian

The frame is a little rusty, and the back is stained

Cataloged On
Status
OK

2024.036.020

Created:
Author: Ian Synge
Core
Title
Framed Thermometer from Aloha Oil & Supply Co.
Accession No.
Title (generic)
Thermometer

This is a framed thermometer from Aloha Oil & Supply Co. In the frame, there is a picture of a family in silhouette in front of a fireplace. The following information is written in the frame;

"ALOHA OIL & SUPPLY CO.

RANGE & FUEL OILS

OIL BURNER SERVICE

Tel. 33021

92 VALLEY ST.     LAWRENCE

Collection
Joseph G. Bella Collection
Format
6" x 8"
Language
English
Rights
The Lawrence History Center holds this item but may not have full legal rights over it. For more information please contact the Center.
Administrative
Location
Stable
Display Value
Good
Condition
Good
Cataloged By
Synge, Ian

Back is a little stained

Cataloged On
Status
OK