The JA Hollinger Planing Mill on Broad St. was burnt to the ground by a fire that started around 0600. It was the worst fire since the burning of Chambersburg, according to Snider. Hagerstown sent 2 pieces of equipment. Both Chambersburg steamers pumped for over 12 hours. The mill was a complete loss, with damages set at $135,000.00, as per Snider. The Public Opinion reports that Chief Engineer Harry Smith of the Good Wills did a great job, as did the firemen. Contractors and railroad employees assisted as well.
JA Hollinger Planing Mill Fire
