Lithograph, Detroit Firemen's Fund Association Membership Certificate Issued to G.W. Kahn, October 17, 1912
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Artifact Overview
The Detroit Firemen's Fund Association was first incorporated in 1867. The association assisted firefighters and their families in the event of injury or death while in the line of duty. Money for the fund came through membership dues, special fundraising activities, and charitable donations.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Print (Visual work)
Subject Date
17 October 1912
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
52.31.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 13.5 in
Width: 16.5 in
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