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OUTBREAK AT FEILDTXU. By Telegtaph.—Press Association. Feildiug, -Marci; iS. A serious lire occurred about a mile 'rom town this afternoon, when a dwell-ing-house, the property of Mr. L. M. iforrocks, one of the best residences in the locality, was completely destroyed. I'lie piano and a few articles of furniture were saved. The lire originated in the washhouse, and a strong wind blew it through the house before it could he extinguished. The house was only finished two months ago, and Mr. llorroeks was married last month. The losses include a collection of valuable wedding presents. The insurance on the house, which cost over CI 100, was CBOO. There was no insurance on the ] furniture, the owner having intended lo take out a policy in a day or two. |-Mr. llorrocks was married only about six weeks ago to Miss (Juillinin, of this town, and their friends will feel sorry for their unfortunate start.]
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Taranaki Daily News, Volume LII, Issue 52, 26 March 1909, Page 2
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154FIRE. Taranaki Daily News, Volume LII, Issue 52, 26 March 1909, Page 2
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