In Indiana, a morning fire destroys the First Baptist Church of Indianapolis

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01/27/1861

A morning fire completely destroyed the First Baptist Church of Indianapolis, Indiana. No injuries were reported. (By John Osborne)

Source Citation

"Fire at Indianapolis, In," New York Times, January 29, 1861.

Record Data

Date Certainty

Exact

Type

Crime/Disasters

People

Places

Indianapolis, IN

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