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Coverage of fire prevention in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 30 · 11:00 UTCMost recent: Jun 30 · 11:00 UTC
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Ben Franklinperson1Philadelphiaplace1The Pennsylvania Gazetteorganization1
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  • SECURITYJun 30 · 11:00 UTCTHE HILL
    Remember Ben Franklin’s other legacy

    The article discusses the fire risks in 1730s Philadelphia, where careless acts like carrying coals indoors or neglecting chimneys could lead to devastating fires. It references an anonymous letter in The Pennsylvania Gazette from February 1735, highlighting the era's public safety concerns.

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