1940 – Barn Fire in Poultney Reveals Issue in Firefighter Service
June 27th, 1940, The Poultney Herald: A barn fire was discovered in Poultney by neighbors of the property. Although damage was limited and no one was hurt, the fire bell that was to be used to get the firefighters' attention was not used on account of constantly being in bad condition. This fire brought the matter to the town's attention and it was later decided to buy a new fire whistle.See original news clipping.
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