| East 123rd Fire | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 1961 |
| Catalog #: | 318685 | |
| Clip Number: | 318685-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | WPA 521 | |
| Timecode: | ||
| Location: | Ohio | |
| Year Shot: | 1972 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | No | |
| Color: | Yes | |
| Headings: | BUILDINGS: Slums/Tenements BUILDINGS: Urban DISASTERS: Fires LOCATIONS/NORTH AMERICA: USA, Ohio | |
| Description: | This segment pertains to a block of businesses that have been destroyed by a fire in what looks to be a distressed neighborhood. The first shot gives an overview of the amount of businesses that have been affected. The buildings are charred from smoke, roofs have caved in, debris is lying on the sidewalk. A small group of African-American men stand on the sidewalk reviewing the damage. CU of a business with the name "Red Devil". The windows are missing, the roof has collapsed. CU of a wholesale & supply company that has the same type of damage. View of business interior that has been totally devastated by the flames. Everything has been diminished to a black and charred state. Shot of men standing in front of buildings. | |
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