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The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877

by George Stewart (1848–1906)

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  • 33 chapters
  • Reading level: 7th grade

"The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877" by George Stewart, Jr., is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This narrative focuses on the catastrophic fire that devastated St. John, New Brunswick, illustrating not only the extent of the destruction but also the resilience of the community during and after this calamitous event. The book captures the details of the fire's rapid spread, the struggles of the firefighting efforts, and the profound impact it had on the city and its inhabitants. At the start of the tale, Stewart sets the stage for the unfolding disaster, describing the fire's origins and its unprecedented intensity, which resulted in enormous swathes of the city being consumed within mere hours. He recounts the chaos and horror experienced by residents as they struggled to save their homes, belongings, and lives amidst the relentless flames. The opening portion offers a historical context to the series of fires that plagued St. John's past, emphasizing the city’s enduring challenges with fire disasters while foreshadowing the magnitude of the catastrophe of June 20th, 1877.

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  • Saint John (N.B.) · Fire, 1877

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Chapter II

The Late Fire—Its Origin—Bravery of the Firemen—The High
Wind—The Fire's Career—Fighting the Flames—Almost Lost—
The Escape from the Burning Building—Destruction of Dock
Street—Smyth Street in Flames—The Wharves—Demolition of
Market Square—Something about the Business Houses there—
The Banks—Fire Checked at North Street 19

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Contents

Show all 33 chapters
  1. Chapter II
  2. Chapter III
  3. Chapter V
  4. Chapter VI
  5. Chapter VII
  6. Chapter VIII
  7. Chapter IX
  8. Chapter X
  9. Chapter XI
  10. Chapter XII
  11. Chapter XIII
  12. Chapter XIV
  13. Chapter XVIII
  14. Chapter XIX
  15. Chapter I
  16. Chapter II
  17. Chapter III
  18. Chapter IV
  19. Chapter V
  20. Chapter VI
  21. Chapter VII
  22. Chapter VIII
  23. Chapter IX
  24. Chapter X
  25. Chapter XI
  26. Chapter XII
  27. Chapter XIII
  28. Chapter XIV
  29. Chapter XV
  30. Chapter XVI
  31. Chapter XVII
  32. Chapter XVIII
  33. Chapter XIX

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This free edition of The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877 by George Stewart comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #39260, released 2012-03-25. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: History - Other.

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