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  817 North Seward Avenue
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Source: Howard T. James Collection
Curtsey of Granddaughter,  Joan Cain

Engine Company No. 51
817 North Steward Avenue

Circa 1924

Here's one I have of my grandfather with Engine Co. 51.  He's at the wheel of the squad wagon again.  Unfortunately, he didn't date this one, so I have no idea when it was taken.  He doesn't look much older than he was in the 1920 photos of Engine Co. 23.  
                                                                             Joan


Source: LAFD Photo Album Collection

Engine Company No. 51
817 North Steward Avenue

Circa 1930
  Opened April 1, 1924
  Land Cost $  4,250
  Building Cost $24,300.
  Sq. Ft.  Main Building
              Kitchen and Oil Room
              Site
3,363
   461
50' x 131'
  Closed November 1, 1967
  Building Demolished

April, 1974


Source: LAFD Photo Album Collection

Engine Company No. 51

December 17, 1938
"B" Platoon

T. H. Richter
E. E. Petty
A. K. Kelly
Captain M. E. Alberg  

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