EXPLOSION OF GAS
SHOW STAND WRECKED A MISHAP AT CHRISTCHURCH [ Per Press A. xiciation. ] CHRISTCHURCH, Aug. 8. Workmen busy on the Gas Commny’s stand at the Winter Show had 1 narrow escape this afternoon when gas in an exposed fife exploded. One man was thrown into the air. and though uninjurn], was considerable' dazed. Tho stand was wrecked and 'he neighbouring stands and two cycles niaged. The explosion was caused by some one lightin'Y a match.
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Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 74, Issue 187, 10 August 1931, Page 8
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76EXPLOSION OF GAS Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 74, Issue 187, 10 August 1931, Page 8
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