Destructive Fire in Boston. LONDON, November 29.—The
extensive works of the American Rubber Manufacturing Company, at Boston, have been destroyed by fire. The damage done is estimated at half a million dollars…
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Latest Intelligence. (By Electric Telegraph.] Our Special Telegram. (From Our Own Correspandent.) Great Fire at Boston. London, Nov. 30
An extensive conflagration has occurred at Boston, which resulted in the destruction of property to the value of half a million dollars…
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The "Catholic Record" office caught fire this morning. The whole plant was gutted and about £1500 worth of damage done. The property is insured…
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LONDON, November 29.—The extensive works of the American Rabber Manufacturing Company, at Boston, have been destroyed by fire. " The damage done…
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THE ohristening Geremony of a fire engine, for the newly formed Pyrmont and Ultimo Fire Brigde, was performed on Saturday afternoon last by Mr.'Evan Jones, jeweller, of Hunter-street. The ceremony…
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DISASTROUS fire broke out and destroyed the Metropolitan Hotel last night, at about a quarter to.9 o'clock. In less than 1O minutes the whole building, composed of wood and an iron roof, was…
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About 6 o'clock, yesterday evening (Sunday), a fire broke out in the stables adjoining the Catholic chapel, Parramatta. The alarm was given at the engine station, and the brigade were soon on the…
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LONDON, December 3.—A Destructive fire occurred ar Bristol yesterday, causell by the ignition of a quality of petroleum. The burning liquid escaping from the casks…
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The stables of Mr. James Mote's of the Yass Hotel, were destroyed by fire this morning. Constable Whalley who was doing duty gave the alarm at 2 o'clock, and a number of persons…
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An extensive fire has occurred at Glasgow, by which large mills have been destroyed. The damage is estimated at£50,000…
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About a quarter to 4 o'clock this morning a fire occurred in the press room of the warehouse occupied by Messrs Macarthur and Co., in Clarence-street. The No. 3 Volunteer Fire Brigade was first on the spot…
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A large tire took place this morning at five minutes past 3 o'clock, by which the hotel and premises of Sir. P. Boyle, situated at Byng-street, and adjoining the School of Arts, were…
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LONDON, December 5.—Great fires have occurred in Minnesota, one of the United States. Four flour mills were destroyed. Four persons lost their lives…
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About a quarter to 4 o'clock this morning a fire occurred in the press room of the warehouse occupied by Messrs Maearthur and Co., in Clarence-street. The No. 3 Volunteer Fire Brigade was first on the spot…
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The " Bill to provide for the better extinction of fires in Sydney and suburbs," introduced by Sir Henry Parkes in the Assembly last night, is a abort but comprehensive measure. Its chief provisions…
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The regular monthly meeting of the No. 3, Volunteer Fire Brigade was held on Tuesday evening, at their head station, Bathurst-street. Mr. W. S. Kelly (superintendent) occupied the chair. About 40…
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LONDON, December 5.—Great fire have occurred in Minnesota, one of the United States.Four flour mills were destroyed. Four persons lost their live…
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THE "Bill to provide for the better extinction of fires in Sydney and suburbs," introduced by Sir Henry Parkes in the Assembly this week, is a short but comprehensive maasure. Its chief provisions…
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LONDON, December 3.—A destructive fire occurred at Bristol yesterday, caused by the ignition of a quantity of petroleum. The burning liquid escaping from the casks…
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