More Info →Fire at Hastie's Hotel, c. 1909

Description

In the early morning of October 5, 1909, Hastie's Hotel (Feilding Hotel) caught fire for the second time in 5 years. Spreading quickly through the walls and ceiling, the blaze claimed the life of fireman Douglas Williamson. Other firemen were almost overcome with the smoke.

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The photographer is unknown.

Identification

Archive

Buildings

Date

October 5, 1909

Digitisation ID

PHOTO BLG:ht7