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In 19th century Hollister, fire stations were known as hose barns and the new city had two of them. This was Hose Cart #2 and was located on Swope Alley, near Monterey Street.
A few years ago, this historic building was moved to the San Benito County Historical and Recreation Park in Tres Pinos.
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To learn more about Hose Cart #2, check out this link.
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