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Boston Steam Engine Co.
East Boston, MA, U.S.A.
Manufacturer Class: Steam and Gas Engines

History

Last Modified: Dec 28 2014 10:47AM by Jeff_Joslin
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Advertisement from Historical Picture Gallery, 1856

This steam engine manufacturer was established in 1852 or '53.

Information Sources

The Massachusetts corporate registry database lists Boston Steam-Engine Company's first registration as 1852-04-20.
According to an advertisement (see above) in Historical Picture Gallery, 1856, this firm was organized 16 Jun 1853, Otis Tufts-President; L. A Bigelow-Treasurer.

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