Vernon Record in Vernon, Texas

Fire alarms report small damage at two gins

Fire at the Farmers and Merchants Gin caused limited damage inside the boiler house with about fifty dollars in losses. Sparks from the fire passage area likely sparked the blaze due to improper door fitting. The alarm came in late Saturday night. No seed or lint loss occurred. A second alarm at the Planters Gin was quickly handled by an employee, avoiding department use.