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Firemen narrowly escape as gas mains rupture in store fire
Feb. incident at 4 State St involves Bart R. Van Laven and Harris Millinery losses. Firefighters from Engine Nos. 1 and 2 plus Chemical No. 1 avoided injuries after gas lines melted and flashed flames. Water and chemicals drenched stock. insurance uncertain for Van Latjen’s flat. Harris Millinery faces smoke damage to hats and trimmings. Henry Halle saloon untouched but closed for hours with no service.
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Erle
Wice
McMahon
Duerner
Chemical No
Bart R. van Laven
State St
van Guyen
van Latyen
Harris Millinery Company
R. W. Harris
Henry J. Halle
State Street
Penn