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THE OLD COMPANIES. 103
111 1859 the engine was repainted by L. 8.
Holman of Newton Corner, and its name changed
from West Newton to Triton.
It was the handsomest
hand-engine ever in active service in
Newton when the company received it from the
painter.
It was painted cream color, beautifully
striped and gilded.
The name "Triton,"
in fancy letters oh the sides of the tub, was encircled
by a bright red scroll.
On the right stanchion
was painted a representation of Neptune,
with a young Triton in his arms, and surrounded
by a host of others of all sizes disporting
themselves by spouting water.
On the left
stanchion was represented an Indian brave defending
his bride, his quiver empty, and he in
the act of sending his last arrow to his last living
foe.
On each bucket was also painted an appropriate
picture.
The company received the engine from
the
painter Monday, July 18th, and with it marched
to the Waltham line, where they were received
by Neptune Engine Co. No. 3, Captain Gardner
Banks, and escorted to the house of that company,
where a collation awaited them.
Later
both companies returned to West Newton and
partook of a banquet at the Railroad House.
Tuesday evening, April 21, 1803, while most
of the members were at a circus in Waltham or
serving Uncle Sam at the front, the enginehouse,
located on Washington Street, nearly