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From Phil Stenholm:
Another chapter in the fascinating history of the Evanston Fire Department!
In November 1927, the department saw significant growth with several promotions and new hires. Lieutenants Henry Tesnow and Carl Windelborn advanced to captain, while firemen Walter Boekenhauer, Michael Garrity, Anthony Steigelman, and John Wynn moved up to lieutenant ranks. J. K. Wilen, a motor driver, earned the new title of "Engineer-Mechanic." Additionally, twenty new firemen joined the ranks: Harold Anderson, John Anderson, Albert Balmes, Charles Bammesberger, Fred Carlson, Herbert Claussen, Norman Fochs, Edward Hanrahan, Knud Hanson, Milton Kummer, Charles Lapp, Fred Michelau, Louis Morgan, William Murphy, Elmer Nepstad, Charles Novak, Fred Schumacher, Francis Williams, B. V. Williamson, and L. P. Williamson. Half of these recruits were placed in each of the two platoons, ensuring no single company exceeded three new members.
This expansion also marked the creation of Engine Company 4 at Fire Station #2. Ten seasoned firefighters were assigned to this new unit, equipped with apparatus transferred from Engine Company 2—a tractorized steamer and a booster pumper. On December 30, 1927, Engine Company 4 relocated to the brand-new Fire Station #4 at 1817 Washington Street. Designed specifically for automotive firefighting, Station #4 featured two bays, a kitchen, and a dining area.
Simultaneously, Engine Company 5 formed at Fire Station #1, staffed by twelve men. Equipped with one of the new Seagrave Standard 1000-GPM pumpers, this team became responsible for protecting the high-value district—downtown Evanston. Henry Tesnow led as the first captain. Initially, Captain J. E. Mersch was supposed to command Engine Company 5, but a debilitating leg injury sustained in September 1927 sidelined him. After his discharge from the hospital, Mersch declined a disability pension, opting instead for the newly created role of Fire Prevention Inspector. He later advanced to Assistant Chief Fire Marshal and served until his passing in 1950.
With Mersch's promotion, Lieutenant Ed McEnery took over as captain, and Fireman Frank Didier advanced to lieutenant. Captain Tom McEnery became Assistant Chief Fire Marshal and Platoon Commander, ensuring each platoon had an assistant chief.
By early 1928, the EFD boasted five engine companies and two truck companies. Response protocols evolved; two engines and one truck responded to general alarms, while three engines and one truck covered the high-value district. Hospitals, schools, and nursing homes received enhanced coverage during operating hours.
Chicago Fire Insurance Patrol No. 8 continued its support for high-value property fires, while both truck companies remained stationed at Fire Station #1. Engine Company 1 became the citywide second responder, handling inhalator calls citywide. Engine Companies 2 through 5 maintained their respective districts, with contingency plans for transferring resources if needed.
Each platoon operated with 41 personnel: seven drivers, six firefighters per truck, and five firefighters per engine. Minimum staffing allowed one man short per company, reducing the absolute low to 34 men per shift.
Starting in May 1928, assistant chiefs began responding to incidents in the chief's car, assuming acting chief duties and the authority to escalate responses when necessary. This change streamlined operations, especially before radio communications were installed in 1952.
The EFD's evolution reflected its commitment to public safety, transforming from a modest operation into a modern firefighting force ready to meet the challenges of the future.