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Mariner Buggy
Photographs by Bill Aidnik
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This buggy was stored in a barn on the Mariner ranch for more
than 50 year. It was home to many generations of barn owls. Owned by Dick and Cornelia
Mariner(both had been long time Native Son and Daughter members). The buggy was
originally purchased by Dick's parents Jacob and Irene Brown Mariner around 1905.
The buggy doesn't have very much wear, so we suspect it was soon replaced with a
horse-less-carriage. |
| We currently don't have information about the history
of the manufacture of this buggy. We know it is a Hess Autobody. We have found patent
marks from 1901 and 1905. So, it you know more about this manufacturer, please drop
me a line dlight@psyber.com.
Right The spider webs and owl droppings removed, we get the first good look at the buggy. |
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After cleaning and before any disassemble took place, many photos were taken to insure the buggy could be reassembled correctly. |
| We have made tremendous progress on the restoration of
Mariner buggy. Although, not pictured we've installed new wheels, refurbished much of the
wood. We still need, a single horse tree, a harness and reins, and the use of a horse during parades. If you can help, let us know. Right If you would like to help us restore this buggy, why not join the Native Sons. We have a monthly work day. |
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