Fire Buffs promote the general welfare of the fire and rescue service and protect its heritage and history. Famous Fire Buffs through the years include New York Fire Surgeon Harry Archer, Boston Pops Conductor Arthur Fiedler, New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia and - legend has it - President George Washington.

Tuesday, February 6, 2018

HOTEL FIRE, TACOMA


On Oct. 17, 1935, fire destroyed the landmark Hotel Tacoma in Tacoma, Washington state, according to the Associated Press. Fire lieutenants C. Smiley and Stewart Lemm, along with Driver G.J. Letterman, suffered smoke inhalation. A guest, Mrs. Edith Owens, was also overcome by smoke and taken to Tacoma General Hospital.
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