FIRES IN N.S. WALES
SYDNEY, December 29. Fire on the premises of Elliott and Co., wool scourers, Botany, destroyed the washhouse, engine shed, and wool loft, and a large quantity of wool. The damage is estimated at £15,000, and is covered by insurance. The fire at Narribri spread with great rapidity. Most, of the buildings were built of weatherboard. There were no fire-fighting appliances, and the available water supply was poor. The residents were compelled to stand practically idle and watch the blaze. The whole of the chief business block was destroyed, and many of the occupants lost everything but their night attire. The loss will exceed £20,000.
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Otago Witness, Issue 3016, 3 January 1912, Page 27
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