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The Pumping Mechanism on the Rumsey Fire Pumper

The Pumping Mechanism on the Rumsey Fire Pumper

This is a close-up of the pumping mechanism of a Rumsey Fire Pumper that was manufactured around 1860. The pumping mechanism, including the handles, is made of metal. Economy was the third settlement started by the Harmonist Society, and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Properties. The site is located in Ambridge, Pennsylvania. For more information about the Harmonist Society’s settlement at “Oekonomie,” visit the Old Economy Village website.
Galleries: Old Economy Village
Keywords: ambridge, harmonist society, harmonists, old economy village, pennsylvania, pumping mechanism, rumsey fire pumper
Photo Location: Ambridge, Pennsylvania
Photographer: Dr. Roy Winkelman
Date of Photo: 06/04/2011
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Original Dimensions: 5470×3555
Picture Orientation: Landscape
GPS Coordinates: 40°35'49.49"N 80°13'22.20"W
Picture Number: 14722