On Sunday, the Fire Brigade received a call to Quinsan Road, but the Hongkew men could find no trace of a fire.
At 1 p.m., the Central Bell Tower reported a fire and a section of Central Division located it at No. 1744 Chekiang Road, the flames having also obtained a strong hold on two adjoining houses. The fire was ina terrace of wooden-fronted dwellings, immediately behind the Ling Kee Garage and this latter building was seriously endangered.
The Central men immediately got several jets to work to protect the garage and surrounded the fire in a very short time. It was vert coon checked, an excellent stop being effected. Only No. 744 was
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