WebSt Patrick’s Day 1890 was a tragic day in Indianapolis history The Bowen-Merrill Fire at 16-18 W Washington claimed the lives of 12 firemen and ten of them were buried at … WebIndianapolis Fire Department. Indiana. Age: 44. Year of Death: 1890. Pipeman Henry Woodruff of the Indianapolis Fire Department was killed on the March 17, 1890. The fire department was called to the Bowen-Merrill Bookstore on West Washington Street to deal with what appeared to be a routine fire. Instead, it became a major catastrophe ...

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WebL416 St. Patrick’s Day Memorial Service at the Union Hall 10:00 am – Honors fallen firefighters of the 1890 Bowen-Merrill Fire. St. Patrick’s Day Parade 11:30 am – Staging is at North and Pennsylvania immediately following the above memorial service. St. Patrick’s Day Party at the Hall 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Bag Pipers will play ... WebOct 27, 2014 · Bowen-Merrill Fire On March 17, 1890 the Bowen-Merrill Company stationery and book store at 16-18 West Washington Street caught fire. Eighty-six … family man family business

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WebThis historical marker is located near the site of the former Bowen-Merrill Bookstore, which was destroyed by fire on March 17, 1890. Twenty firefighters battling the blaze fell from the building's roof when the building's walls and the roof collapsed. Twelve of those men were killed by the accident; a thirteenth firefighter perished as a result of his injuries. Web3/17/1890 Indianapolis, IN firefighters were called to the Bowen-Merrill Bookstore on West Washington Street to what appeared to be a routine fire. “The call came at approximately 3:00 p.m. from employees at the bookstore who had seen smoke. Firefighters arrived at the scene and believed the situation to be relatively… Web27 Indiana (Marion County), Indianapolis — 49.1999.1 — Bowen-Merrill Fire / Indianapolis Fire Department — Side A:Bowen-Merrill FireOn March 17, 1890 the Bowen-Merrill Company stationery and book store at 16-18 West Washington Street caught fire. Eighty-six firemen fought the blaze. The wood framed roof and floors collapsed, dropping … cool burn fanfiction