Mayhem's Heritage Begins 1883

Our Heritage: A Legacy of Courage and Commitment

Troy's story begins with my great-great-grandfather, Reverend A.E. Main, made a life-changing decision in 1883. Leaving behind a comfortable life in Alfred, NY, he moved his family to Pomona Park, Florida, seeking relief for his newborn daughter’s breathing issues. Doctors recommended a warmer and more humid climate, and it was on this decision that he purchased the farm we cherish and proudly toil today.

The Great Labor Day Hurricane (1935)
In 1934, financial strain forced Dr. Main to close his practice. He re-enlisted in the Army, serving as the Chief Medical Officer for the WWI Veterans’ Work Camp One - Snake Creek in the Florida Keys. Tragically, on September 2, 1935, the Great Labor Day Hurricane struck, claiming the lives of 257 veterans and Dr. Main himself. Despite evacuation efforts by a family friend, he refused to leave until every other veteran had been safely evacuated. Windley Key, the Key they were located, took catastrophic damage killing almost everyone.

Troy's Family of Service and Resilience

The Spanish-American War (1898)
At just 22 years old, D.C. Main, A.E. Main’s son, answered the call to serve. Volunteering as a medic during the Spanish-American War, he may have stood alongside Teddy Roosevelt and the legendary Rough Riders.

The Rugged Ocklawaha River Expedition (1915)
At 39, Dr. D.C. Main undertook an extraordinary feat: mapping the first 12 miles of the rugged Ocklawaha River using only rudimentary tools. His hand-drawn map, now preserved in the U.S. National Archives, stands as a testament to his pioneering spirit.

The Great Depression (1920s-1930s)
After retiring from the Army in 1919, Dr. Main returned to Pomona Park to open a medical practice. When the Great Depression devastated the economy, his dedication to Putnam County residents never wavered. Even as payments dried up, he accepted whatever patients could offer—pies, bread, eggs, livestock, or even help on the farm.

Dr. D.C. Main - Circa 1895

Main Compound - Circa 1885

The Main's - Circa 1890

We appreciate our families legacy. It is why we are where we are today!

Rev A.E. & Rebecca Main - Circa 1975