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Hyack [see hyak] Local 
n. a volunteer fireman (a term now preserved in tradition in the Honourable Hyack Battery of New Westminster, B.C.).
- 1869 The Hyacks turned out in full force and presented a fine appearance; their bright scarlet uniforms gave the assemblage a picturesque effect.
- 1870 (1958) Captain Fisher of the Hyacks then decorated them. . . .
- 1959 [Caption] . . . men of The Ancient and Honourable Hyack Battery firing their 88th annual Royal Salute. . . .
- 1869 The Hyacks turned out in full force and presented a fine appearance; their bright scarlet uniforms gave the assemblage a picturesque effect.