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Domestic News
March 27, 1802
The Recorder, Or, Lady's And Gentleman's Miscellany
Richmond, Virginia
What is this article about?
Fire destroyed the courthouse in Lexington, Virginia, on the morning of March 3, but citizens' efforts prevented the flames from spreading to other buildings amid calm night conditions.
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LEXINGTON, (Virginia.)
Wednesday, March 10.
On Wednesday morning the 3d inst. about three o'clock, this town was alarmed with the cry of FIRE, which proved to be in the Court-house. That building was so far gone, it was impossible to save it. However, through the active and praise-worthy exertions of the citizens, together with the calmness of the night, the flames were prevented from spreading. We cannot hazard an opinion how this house caught; people have different conjectures on the subject.
Wednesday, March 10.
On Wednesday morning the 3d inst. about three o'clock, this town was alarmed with the cry of FIRE, which proved to be in the Court-house. That building was so far gone, it was impossible to save it. However, through the active and praise-worthy exertions of the citizens, together with the calmness of the night, the flames were prevented from spreading. We cannot hazard an opinion how this house caught; people have different conjectures on the subject.
What sub-type of article is it?
Fire
What keywords are associated?
Lexington Fire
Courthouse
Virginia
Building Destroyed
Where did it happen?
Lexington, (Virginia.)
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Lexington, (Virginia.)
Event Date
Wednesday Morning The 3d Inst.
Outcome
courthouse building destroyed; flames prevented from spreading; no injuries or deaths mentioned.
Event Details
The town was alarmed by a fire in the courthouse around 3 o'clock, which had progressed too far to save the building. Citizens' exertions and calm night conditions stopped the spread. Origin unknown, with various conjectures.