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A terrific explosion in a large munitions dump at Hiraka village near here shook the neighbourhood over a wide area and is believed to have caused many casualties. Tramways near the scene were torn out of the streets, many trees were uprooted and telephone wires were swept away. The fire which followed the explosion spread rapidly to near by buildings. Besides summoning all the fire-fighting equipment available at Osaka, the authorities called out troops to help combat the flames and maintain order. The mobilization of relief workers also was begun immediately.—United Press.
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