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Winchester Republican
Winchester, Virginia
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The dwelling house of Joel Bristoll Esq. in Clinton, Oneida County, N.Y., was destroyed by fire on November 23, likely caused by a spark from the chimney igniting the roof. Citizens and Hamilton College students saved outbuildings and most furniture; loss estimated at $1,500.
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The dwelling house of Joel Bristoll Esq. of Clinton, Oneida county N. Y. was consumed by fire on the 23d ult. about 11 o'clock, A. M. It is supposed that a spark of fire fell from the chimney on the roof, burnt a hole into the garret where there was such a quantity of combustible matter as to bid defiance to every attempt for saving the house. Through the exertions of the citizens and students of Hamilton college, the out-houses and a principal part of the furniture were secured from the flames. Amount of loss is estimated at about 1500 dollars.
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Clinton, Oneida County N. Y.
Event Date
23d Ult.
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house consumed by fire; out-houses and principal part of furniture saved; loss estimated at about 1500 dollars.
Event Details
A spark of fire fell from the chimney on the roof, burnt a hole into the garret where there was such a quantity of combustible matter as to bid defiance to every attempt for saving the house. Through the exertions of the citizens and students of Hamilton college, the out-houses and a principal part of the furniture were secured from the flames.