BIG BLAZE
FEILDING- BOX FACTORY. [Pee United Press Association.) FBILDING, December 2. The biggest blaze in Feilding for many years occurred last night, when Broadbelt’s box factory was completely destroyed. The outbreak was discovered at 11 o’clock. The building, which was of wood, burned like tinder, despite the brigade's efforts. The contents, apart from the machinery, consisted mostly of white pine. The damage will run into several thousands. The insurances are unavailable. Twenty-five hands are thrown out of employment.
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Evening Star, Issue 18140, 2 December 1922, Page 4
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79BIG BLAZE Evening Star, Issue 18140, 2 December 1922, Page 4
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