Fire Department HistoryPress Democrat "Howdy Neighbor" section Jack L. Barry Chief 1948-50 & Bill Welton, Assistant Chief Engine #1. James R. Bohan. Fire Chief. December 7, 1965--June 15, 19831942 Ford-American La France 500 GPM pumper. Marmon-Herrington 4x4, ALF #F1531 5/13/42.Originally assigned to Hawthorne Ammunition Depot, NV. U.S. NavyJuly 1998. 50th Dept. anniversary @ Fireman's BallJim Bohan, LarryKaher, Thiesus Canelis and 1942 Chevy 4x4 Engine #1