GUY FAWKES DAY
FIRE HAZARD TOO GREAT RESTRICTIONS SUGGESTED EXPERIENCE IN WELLINGTON [ Ter Press Association. J WELLINGTON, Nov. 18. Suggestions that either the discharge of fireworks be totally prohibited, as was done in some cities, or, alternatively, that special areas be set aside in each district where Guy Fawke’s celebrations could be held in safety, were made by the Superintendent of the Central Fire Brigade (Mr. C. A. Woolley) in a report submitted to the Wellington Fire Board. Between 7 p.m. and midnight on Guy Fawkes Day 45 calls were received. The minimum cost of each was £5, and Mr. Woolley pointed out that, even with the special organisation and precautions adopted, the brigade would have been in serious difficulties had a serious outbreak occurred in the city. He was satisfied that nothing short of extreme measures, such as he suggested, would reduce the fire hazard to a reasonable limit. He proposed to hold a conference with the Government Inspector of Fire Brigades and others. The board approved of the conference and decided to await its report.
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Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 80, Issue 275, 19 November 1937, Page 8
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177GUY FAWKES DAY Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 80, Issue 275, 19 November 1937, Page 8
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