WHAT’S BURNING

WHAT’S BURNING

THE following list includes fires of $25,000 loss and over in the United States and Canada, for the periods designated in the headings. These figures, compiled from telegraphic reports, are based on estimates made at the time, and are subject to latter investigation and consequent revision. Taken as a whole, however, they give an approximately correct view of the losses incurred. The figures represent loss in thousands.

Week Ending August 24

Bomb Causes Fire and Panic in Chicago Fire, believed to have been started by a bomb explosion in the Italian section of Chicago, caused injury to five persons and forced families occupying the three floors above the Racine Packing Company to flee for Safety. Two persons leaped from upper floor windows and others clutched supports until rescued by the fire department. A number of thrilling rescues were made.

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