Fire Department report

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On June 20, 1961, a fire roared through the Old Howard which, although slated for demolition by the B.R.A. was the subject of an intense campaign for restoration.

 

Here is the official Boston Fire Department report on the fire that destroyed the Old Howard:

The June 20, 1961 fire was three alarms.
 

A detailed description of the Fire Department's work that day.
 

Though the fire was, according to the BFD, of "undetermined origin," there are those who still believe there were more sinister forces at work.
 
 

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