London's new Metropolitan Fire Brigade has its first test in a massive fire on the city's docks

On the day it came into official existence by Act of Parliament, London's new Metropolitan Fire Brigade had its first test when a massive fire broke out at St. Katherine's Dock in the city's port.  The fire burned for two days, caused extensive damage, and losses of close to a million dollars were reported.  Few serious injuries were reported, however, and no deaths.  (By John Osborne)