Friday, May 9, 2008

Fire Kills 700 Chickens

On May 9, 1928 in the late morning hours, the cry of fire was heard in Jacksonville. A brooder coal stove started a fire that destroyed a brooder and chicken house, 700 chickens were killed in the fire. A small frame building was also destroyed and the side of the house was scorched. Citizens formed a bucket brigade and were able to save surrounding buildings. Damages were estimated at $1,000. The Cumberland Valley Hose Company answered the alarm.

2 comments:

  1. Brad,

    I need a little education!!Where is Jacksonville?

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  2. Walnut Bottom, still called that today by the older crowd. I guess that leaves me out, LOL.

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