In northern England, the largest fire in some years destroys businesses and a Wesleyan school

In the early morning hours in York, England, a patrolling policeman discovered a fire in a factory.  Despite the work of all three city fire engines, the flames spread to a large number of surrounding buildings, including a Wesleyan School.  The factory and the school buildings were among the structures completely destroyed.  No serious injuries were reported, however.  (By John Osborne)   
Source Citation
"Great Fire in York," Illustrated London News, May 2, 1863, p. 523. 
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    Type
    Crime/Disasters
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