Joseph S. Jackson , November 25th, 1958

On Tuesday, November 25, 1958, an alarm was sounded on Box 5456, “I” and Tioga Streets. Ladder 22 responded on this alarm.

At that time, Firefighter Joseph S. Jackson was tillering the apparatus at “H” and Tioga Streets when the company was returned via Fire Radio.

Just about that time, Firefighter Jackson slumped over the tillerwheel. He was taken by Rescue 2 to the Episcopal Hospital where he died at approximately 6:50 AM.

Career History

Appointed Hoseman Engine 42                                  November 19, 1946

Transferred Fireman Rescue 1                                      April 28, 1955

Transferred Fireman Ladder 22                                 December 31, 1956