Fire at Atlas Flour Mill | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society

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Fire at Atlas Flour Mill

Fire at Atlas Flour Mill | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society
Fire destroyed the Atlas Flour Mill, causing an estimated $100,000 in damage. Thirteen engine companies, six truck companies, and two fire boats fought the blaze.
DESCRIPTION
Fire destroyed the Atlas Flour Mill, causing an estimated $100,000 in damage. Thirteen engine companies, six truck companies, and two fire boats fought the blaze.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:4687
Creation Date: 12 11 1926
Creator Name:Taylor, J. Robert
City:Milwaukee
County:Milwaukee
State:Wisconsin
Collection Name:J. Robert Taylor photographs, 1898-1930
Genre:Photograph
Original Format Type:negative, original
Original Format Number:(T352)38
Original Dimensions:unknown
SUBJECTS
Assistance in emergencies
Fires
Cities and towns
Factories
Crowds
Outdoor photography
Fire extinction
Fire fighters
Municipal services
Signs and signboards
Automobiles
Railroad cars
Water
Streets

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