Fire Devastates Baltimore Doing Massive Destruction
A Baltimore blaze raging since 10:45 A. M. yesterday was checked at midnight after destroying about 2500 buildings across 75 blocks of commercial and banking structures. Losses exceed 200 million dollars. The city remains under military rule led by General Corbin as troops patrol the devastated district bounded by Liberty street Lexington street Jones Falls and the Basin.
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Baltimore fire tests Boston underwriters and capital
Boston fire insurers rushed to contact New York and Philadelphia partners as Baltimore flames threaten losses. The three main Boston firms hold minor interests there, with Ferrnys and Mercantile cited, while the Firemen's is said to be heavily hit. Officials note little Boston capital is tied to Baltimore and expect some weaker firms to exit, with early applications streaming in for large Boston risks.
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Chicago Deliberates Fire Compare with Baltimore Blaze
Chief Musham of the Chicago fire department recalls the 1871 Chicago conflagration while reviewing Baltimore fire reports. He notes Chicago’s blaze began Sunday night and ended by noon Monday with losses around 200 million dollars and a unit of about 200 men, 12 engines, and limited equipment.
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Mayor Harrison Offers Chicago Firemen Aid in Baltimore Fire
The mayor telegraphed Baltimore's mayor offering two Chicago fire companies to assist in battling the blaze. Fire crews were told to stay ready to depart immediately.
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Boston Boards of Trade Stand With Baltimore in Disaster
The Boston Associated Boards of Trade ordered a resolution sending sympathy to Baltimore’s boot trade after a terrible misfortune befalling the Monument City. They recall Boston’s 1872 disaster and express hopes for a speedy recovery for the Baltimore workers.
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Insurance Losses in Providence
Two Providence insurance firms insure Baltimore fire losses. One company estimates losses at 150000 dollars and the other at 75000 dollars.
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Senate and House Chaplains Open Prayers in Baltimore
In Washington on February 8, Chaplains Hale of the Senate and the House offered opening prayers as the city of Baltimore faced fierce weather. The brief ceremony linked the events to public concern and civic resilience amid the storm.
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Baltimore’s Long List of Disasters Through the Years
A New York report outlines Baltimore’s deadly flood and fire history from 1868 onward. It cites the July 25 1868 flood on Jones Falls with $3,000,000 damage, a July 2 187? fire destroying 1,100 houses, church losses, the 188? excursion pier tragedy, June 28 18? storm flooding, Hopkins Place warehouse blaze killing seven firefighters, and the 1893 waterfront flood and Brush electric fire darkening the city.
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Firemen Displayed Greatest Bravery in Baltimore Blaze
Feb 8 Baltimore notes fire fighters risking lives to stay the flames in a massive Jones Falls fire. Local crews exhausted but aided by over twenty out-of-town companies from New York and Philadelphia. Bravery shown as teams battled lumber yards and burning buildings near bridges and along the river.
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The Three Great Conflagrations in American History
A concise comparison of the Baltimore, Chicago, and Boston fires. It notes Chicago’s October 8 1871 blaze with 250 deaths, 98 500 homeless, 290 million loss over 2124 acres, and 12 hours to control, contrasted with Baltimore and Boston incidents and total losses.
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Chicago Clearing House Proffers Financial Aid
Chicago Clearing House Association telegram to Baltimore Clearing House Association states readiness to aid the community via direct cash relief or credit extensions through banks, depending on the needs. The message aims to relieve personal suffering and bolster business interests amid the current situation.
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