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Length of Service Anniversary

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Please help us congratulate James P. "Mac" McFarland on his "Length of Service" anniversary. Mac joined this great organization on February 11, 1974.

Over the years, Mac performed thousands of man hours of training, and dedicated service as both a Line and Administrative Officer in an effort to continue the rich traditions of the FFD.

On behalf of the entire Department and the citizens of Frostburg and surrounding areas, THANK YOU and happy 42nd anniversary!!

OUR DEEDS OUR REWARD

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On this Day in FFD History

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A reprint from The Cumberland Daily Times February 11, 1888 Page 7

The Frostburg Fire Department will hold a seven-days’ fair and festival at Ravenscroft’s Opera House, beginning Feb. 18 for the benefit of Mr. J. N. Myers, who was last summer so seriously hurt at the fire brick works.

The bill announcing this festival says:
“In consideration of the accident which befell our brother fireman, we, the Frostburg Fire Department, deem this duty we owe him to lend a helping hand to a member who was ever ready to go to the front like a hero and risk his life in behalf of his fellow-citizens. We, therefore, ask the citizens of Frostburg and vicinity to aid us in this effort by way of contribution and patronage.”

A reprint from The Cumberland Daily Times May 17, 1887 Page 4 (Details of

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MVC

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*More photos can be found at Frostburg Fire Department Facebook page*

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