Curtis C. Sheppard, August 1st, 1932
On Monday, August 1, 1932, Hoseman Curtis C. Sheppard of Fireboat 3 suffocated to death by inhaling chemical fumes in the hold of a ship docked at the Spruce Street Wharf on the Delaware River.
Career History
Appointed Hoseman Engine 24 - September 25, 1913
Transferred Hoseman Engine 47 - December 1, 1916
Transferred Hoseman Chemical 3 - January 1, 1917
Transferred Ladderman Truck 19 - November 1, 1922
Transferred Hoseman Fireboat 3 - October 1, 1924