Fire In Hopewell Township

November 1, 1953, 6:00 a.m. Newburg R.R. 1,Hopewell Township. A fire of undetermined origin destroyed a two-story log wash house and adjoining wood shed and caused extensive damage to the 2-1/2-story brick house. Firefighters were on the scene over three hours. Damages were estimated at $5,000. The Vigilant Hose Company battled the blaze.