Word: fires
(lookup in dictionary)
(lookup stats)
Dates: during 1900-1909
Sort By: most recent first
(reverse)
During the past week the rope fire escapes which were in all the bed-rooms above the first floor in Matthews, Weld, and Holyoke House have been replaced by new ones of the same pattern, but with heavier ropes. This work of changing the fire escapes in every bedroom above the first floor in all dormitories owned by the University will be continued as fast as the new ones ordered are received...
...Game Room, the dim light of which set off many brilliantly colored cushions. In the Library, whist tables were placed. The Living Room, where the dancing took place, was entirely free from decoration, save for a few large palms and a large crimson banner, which hung over the east fire-place. In the balcony opposite, the orchestra, was seated...
...view of the recent fires in Hollis and Thayer, 25 new fire extinguishers of the Badger type will be placed in the University buildings during the week, and if these are not interfered with, 25 more will be installed during the spring...
Nearly all the rope fire escapes will be replaced by others of the same general type, but with larger ropes, heavier travelers, and a safer band. These escapes are reversible, and will be placed in every bed-room...
...fire-alarm box will soon be placed near the main entrance of the University Museum. Its number will...