Ybor City's First Fire Station 1888 - Ybor City, Tampa, FL
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Mirta Hook & Ladder Fire Station, Ybor Square at 8th Avenue, Ybor City.
Waymark Code: WM5XH3
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 02/25/2009
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Ybor City's First Fire Station 1888
The Mirta Hook and Ladder Volunteer Fire Station was established on this site. The station was named in honor of the youngest daughter of Don Vicente Martinez Ybor, founder of Ybor City. Capt. Frank-Puglisi headed the fire fighters. Volunteer firemen from Havana, Cuba took part in the colorful dedication ceremonies.
Erected by the Lions Club of Ybor City 1961
Marker Number: None
Date: 1961
County: Hillsborough
Marker Type: Other
Sponsored or placed by: Lions Club of Ybor City
Website: Not listed
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