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1. Fire Damage at Lakeview, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008467
Title:
Fire Damage at Lakeview, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967
People seen walking down a hill in front of a fire caused by a gas tank explosion on South Park Hill.

2. South Park Hill Gas Tank Explosion and Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008691
Title:
South Park Hill Gas Tank Explosion and Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1890-1900
Description:
People seen walking down a hill in front of a fire caused by a gas tank explosion on South Park Hill.
Taken after the fall of the Strand Theatre fell due to fire showing the damage that was done to the structure.

3. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008694
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
Taken after the fall of the Strand Theatre fell due to fire showing the damage that was done to the structure.
'What was once the High Street Market, which was demolished when the walls from the Strand Theatre fell.'

4. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008696
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
'What was once the High Street Market, which was demolished when the walls from the Strand Theatre fell.'
'Strand Theatre wall falling into High Street'.

5. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008698
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
'Strand Theatre wall falling into High Street'.
'Walls of Strand Theatre before falling'.

6. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008699
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
'Walls of Strand Theatre before falling'.
'Fire that burned down the old Strand Theatre on High Street.'

7. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008705
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
'Fire that burned down the old Strand Theatre on High Street.'
'Strand Theatre fire on High Street in Morgantown', W. Va. Debris from theatre can be seen on street. People standing throughout the debris. Damage from fire seen throughout structures.

8. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008706
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
'Strand Theatre fire on High Street in Morgantown', W. Va. Debris from theatre can be seen on street. People standing throughout the debris. Damage from fire seen throughout structures.
Debris left from the Strand Theatre fire on High Street in Morgantown, W. Va. Crowd gathered to see the sight.

9. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008708
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
Debris left from the Strand Theatre fire on High Street in Morgantown, W. Va. Crowd gathered to see the sight.
'This is what was left of the old Orr's store, known as Orr Brothers, operated by Frank and Charlie Orr, who bought out the old Acme store. The small window was the office window, the one to the left a freight window, both were on the mezzanine floor. To the left what was the left of Comuntzis and to the right Morgantown Hardware Ruins.'

10. Orr Brothers Store Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008709
Title:
Orr Brothers Store Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1920-1930
Description:
'This is what was left of the old Orr's store, known as Orr Brothers, operated by Frank and Charlie Orr, who bought out the old Acme store. The small window was the office window, the one to the left a freight window, both were on the mezzanine floor. To the left what was the left of Comuntzis and to the right Morgantown Hardware Ruins.'
Remains of the Strand Theatre after fire. Cars driving down road in front of structure.

11. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008710
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
Remains of the Strand Theatre after fire. Cars driving down road in front of structure.
Remains of Strand Theatre after a fire.

12. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008711
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1927/04/14
Description:
Remains of Strand Theatre after a fire.
Remains of the Strand Theatre after a fire is extinguished.

13. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008712
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1927/04/14
Description:
Remains of the Strand Theatre after a fire is extinguished.
Damage seen after the Strand Theatre Fire on High Street in Morgantown, W. Va.

14. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008713
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
Damage seen after the Strand Theatre Fire on High Street in Morgantown, W. Va.
Firefighters outside the Old Elks Club building. Smoke is coming from the building.

15. Fire at the Old Elks Club, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008714
Title:
Fire at the Old Elks Club, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1960-1970
Description:
Firefighters outside the Old Elks Club building. Smoke is coming from the building.
Oil tank fire located in Morgantown, W. Va. Smoke rolling from fire.

16. Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008715
Title:
Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1910/06/19
Description:
Oil tank fire located in Morgantown, W. Va. Smoke rolling from fire.
30,000 Barrel Oil tank fire triggered by lightning in Morgantown, W. Va. Smoke fills the sky.

17. Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008716
Title:
Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1910/06/19
Description:
30,000 Barrel Oil tank fire triggered by lightning in Morgantown, W. Va. Smoke fills the sky.
Oil tank fire seen in Morgantown, W. Va. Smoke fills air from fire.

18. Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008717
Title:
Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1910/06/19
Description:
Oil tank fire seen in Morgantown, W. Va. Smoke fills air from fire.
'Firemen in a residence extinguishing a fire'. Decorations imply it was Christmas time at the time of fire.

19. House Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008718
Title:
House Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1963
Description:
'Firemen in a residence extinguishing a fire'. Decorations imply it was Christmas time at the time of fire.
Structure of an unknown building in flames, Morgantown, W. Va

20. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008719
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1966
Description:
Structure of an unknown building in flames, Morgantown, W. Va
'Fire on Stewart Street(?)'. Man seen in yard near fire. Snow is laying on the ground and on roof of residence.

21. Fire on Stewart Street, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008720
Title:
Fire on Stewart Street, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1966
Description:
'Fire on Stewart Street(?)'. Man seen in yard near fire. Snow is laying on the ground and on roof of residence.
Remains of a building after a fire in Morgantown, W. Va. Group of people looking over remains of smoking building.

22. Fire Investigation, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008721
Title:
Fire Investigation, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1966
Description:
Remains of a building after a fire in Morgantown, W. Va. Group of people looking over remains of smoking building.

23. Apartment Fire on Stewart Street, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008722
Title:
Apartment Fire on Stewart Street, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1966
Remains of the Strand Theatre after fire. Debris spills onto sidewalk and into the street.

24. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008723
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
Remains of the Strand Theatre after fire. Debris spills onto sidewalk and into the street.
'University Avenue fire in which Acme Book Store building burned' located in Morgantown, W. Va.

25. Acme Book Store Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008724
Title:
Acme Book Store Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Description:
'University Avenue fire in which Acme Book Store building burned' located in Morgantown, W. Va.
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

26. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008743
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

27. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008744
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

28. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008745
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

29. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008746
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

30. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008747
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

31. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008748
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed university students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equipment. Mr Prete was also accused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

32. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008749
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

33. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008750
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

34. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008751
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

35. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008752
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

36. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008753
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'

37. East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008754
Title:
East Everly Street Apartment Building Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1972/03/20
Description:
'This picture shows an East Everly Street apartment building which was destroyed by fire on March 20th, 1972. (East Everly Street runs parallel to University Avenue in the vicinity of Pierpont House and the Twin Tower Dorms) The building was owned by James M. Prete, Morgantown Contractor. The building contained 15 apartments which housed University students and faculty members. The fire started at about 12:30 in the afternoon on March 20. These pictures were shot at about 6:00 in the evening just before the fire was brought under control. The fire was apparently caused by a spark from the torch of a welder who was working in the attic of the building. The insulation was ignited and the fire spread down through the walls and across the roof. The fire provoked a controversy in city council concerning the adequacy of Morgantown's fire fighting equpiment. Mr. Prete was also acused of using cheap and unsafe methods in the construction of the building. These pictures were shot by Miss Carol Wrobleski who lived on Harding Avenue near the site of the fire.'
Smoke seen escaping window of the Elks Club in Morgantown, W. Va. Firefighter seen with equipment ready.

38. Elks Club Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008755
Title:
Elks Club Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1965
Description:
Smoke seen escaping window of the Elks Club in Morgantown, W. Va. Firefighter seen with equipment ready.
Crowds gather to watch the extinguishing of Glass Plant Fire in Star City near Morgantown, W. Va.

39. Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008756
Title:
Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1963
Description:
Crowds gather to watch the extinguishing of Glass Plant Fire in Star City near Morgantown, W. Va.
Crowd gathering to see fire on Pleasant Street in Morgantown, W. Va.

40. Fire on Pleasant Street, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008758
Title:
Fire on Pleasant Street, Morgantown, W. Va.
Description:
Crowd gathering to see fire on Pleasant Street in Morgantown, W. Va.
Building in Morgantown, W. Va., engulfed in flames. Parts of the building have fallen to the ground and are still ignited.

41. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008759
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1963
Description:
Building in Morgantown, W. Va., engulfed in flames. Parts of the building have fallen to the ground and are still ignited.
A building in Morgantown, W. Va., engulfed in flames. Building is mostly destroyed.

42. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008760
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1963
Description:
A building in Morgantown, W. Va., engulfed in flames. Building is mostly destroyed.
Firefighters working to extinguish fire at the old Elks Club in Morgantown, W. Va. Smoke is rolling out of the windows of the building.

43. Elks Club Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008761
Title:
Elks Club Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1960-1970
Description:
Firefighters working to extinguish fire at the old Elks Club in Morgantown, W. Va. Smoke is rolling out of the windows of the building.
People looking through debris left behind from a fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

44. Investigating Fire Damage, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008762
Title:
Investigating Fire Damage, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1966
Description:
People looking through debris left behind from a fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Debris overflows onto the sidewalk and into the street after the fire of the Strand Theatre in Morgantown, W. Va. People are searching debris.

45. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008763
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
Debris overflows onto the sidewalk and into the street after the fire of the Strand Theatre in Morgantown, W. Va. People are searching debris.
Firefighters working to extinguish fire at a residence located on the corner of Fayette Street and Chestnut Street in Morgantown, W. Va.

46. Fire at Corner of Fayette Street and Chestnut Street, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008765
Title:
Fire at Corner of Fayette Street and Chestnut Street, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967
Description:
Firefighters working to extinguish fire at a residence located on the corner of Fayette Street and Chestnut Street in Morgantown, W. Va.

47. Fire Damage, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008768
Title:
Fire Damage, Morgantown, W. Va.

48. Demolition of a High Street Building Destroyed by Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008771
Title:
Demolition of a High Street Building Destroyed by Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1958

49. Fireman at Work, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008774
Title:
Fireman at Work, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1963
Structure in Morgantown engulfed in flames. Roof has fallen and is burning within structure.

50. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008794
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1963
Description:
Structure in Morgantown engulfed in flames. Roof has fallen and is burning within structure.
Damage of interior of Glass Plant after fire located in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va. Machinery is visibly damaged.

51. Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008795
Title:
Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1963
Description:
Damage of interior of Glass Plant after fire located in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va. Machinery is visibly damaged.
Firefighters in Morgantown, W. Va., seen going a building's material.

52. Fire Damage in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008796
Title:
Fire Damage in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1963
Description:
Firefighters in Morgantown, W. Va., seen going a building's material.

53. Smoke and Water Damage after a Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008797
Title:
Smoke and Water Damage after a Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1966
Firefighters seen extinguishing a fire at Moore Electric in Sabraton, near Morgantown, W. Va. Debris seen on steps and in front of building.

54. Moore Electric Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008798
Title:
Moore Electric Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1965
Description:
Firefighters seen extinguishing a fire at Moore Electric in Sabraton, near Morgantown, W. Va. Debris seen on steps and in front of building.
Flames seen during the Glass Plant fire in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va.

55. Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008799
Title:
Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1963
Description:
Flames seen during the Glass Plant fire in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va.
Smoke emanating from a burning house around the roof edge.

56. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008800
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1963
Description:
Smoke emanating from a burning house around the roof edge.

57. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008801
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1962
Remains of building still burning close to the ground. Building and structure completely destroyed by the fire.

58. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008802
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1962
Description:
Remains of building still burning close to the ground. Building and structure completely destroyed by the fire.
What remains of a building continues to burn in Morgantown, W. Va. Structure stands behind fire, perhaps a chimney.

59. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008803
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1963
Description:
What remains of a building continues to burn in Morgantown, W. Va. Structure stands behind fire, perhaps a chimney.
Remains continue to burn after structure no longer stands.

60. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008805
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1962
Description:
Remains continue to burn after structure no longer stands.
Firefighters work to extinguish fire at the Davis-Lynch Glass Company. Others stand amongst them watching the commotion.

61. Davis-Lynch Glass Company Fire, Star City, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008810
Title:
Davis-Lynch Glass Company Fire, Star City, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1966
Description:
Firefighters work to extinguish fire at the Davis-Lynch Glass Company. Others stand amongst them watching the commotion.
Men hold the water hose for the firefighters, as they try to extinguish a fire at the Davis-Lynch Glass Company in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va.

62. Davis-Lynch Glass Company Fire, Star City, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008811
Title:
Davis-Lynch Glass Company Fire, Star City, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1966
Description:
Men hold the water hose for the firefighters, as they try to extinguish a fire at the Davis-Lynch Glass Company in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va.
Smoke fills the interior of the Glass Plant in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va.

63. Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008812
Title:
Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1963
Description:
Smoke fills the interior of the Glass Plant in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va.
Damage seen caused by a fire at the Star City Glass Plant, near Morgantown, W.Va.

64. Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008813
Title:
Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1963
Description:
Damage seen caused by a fire at the Star City Glass Plant, near Morgantown, W.Va.
Damage seen caused by a fire in the Glass Plant at Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va.

65. Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008814
Title:
Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1963
Description:
Damage seen caused by a fire in the Glass Plant at Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va.
Damage of the Glass Plant fire in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va., seen. Men look at the damage of the building.

66. Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008815
Title:
Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1963
Description:
Damage of the Glass Plant fire in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va., seen. Men look at the damage of the building.
Firefighters stand on materials at the Glass Plant in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va. The plant had already been on fire.

67. Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008816
Title:
Star City Glass Plant Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1963
Description:
Firefighters stand on materials at the Glass Plant in Star City, near Morgantown, W. Va. The plant had already been on fire.
Water from the fire hose seen in front of building trying to extinguish a fire at the Moore Electic building at Sabraton.

68. Moore Electric Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008817
Title:
Moore Electric Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1965
Description:
Water from the fire hose seen in front of building trying to extinguish a fire at the Moore Electic building at Sabraton.
Firefighters working to extinguish fire at the Moore Electric Building in Sabraton, near Morgantown, W. Va.

69. Moore Electric Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008818
Title:
Moore Electric Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1965
Description:
Firefighters working to extinguish fire at the Moore Electric Building in Sabraton, near Morgantown, W. Va.
Smokes rises from the Moore Electric Building in Sabraton, near Morgantown, W. Va. Water is being used to help extinguish the flame.

70. Moore Electric Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008819
Title:
Moore Electric Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1965
Description:
Smokes rises from the Moore Electric Building in Sabraton, near Morgantown, W. Va. Water is being used to help extinguish the flame.
Smoke exiting building located in Westover near Morgantown, W. Va. Man attempting to extinguish fire using a hose, standing behind automobile.

71. Fire in Westover near Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008820
Title:
Fire in Westover near Morgantown, W. Va.
Description:
Smoke exiting building located in Westover near Morgantown, W. Va. Man attempting to extinguish fire using a hose, standing behind automobile.
Building left standing after fire raged through structure. Heat and smoke damage can be seen on siding in bottom half of building.

72. Fire Damaged House, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008821
Title:
Fire Damaged House, Morgantown, W. Va.
Description:
Building left standing after fire raged through structure. Heat and smoke damage can be seen on siding in bottom half of building.

73. On a Cold Night a Man Pours 'Water' into a Car Radiator, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008822
Title:
On a Cold Night a Man Pours 'Water' into a Car Radiator, Morgantown, W. Va.
Debris seen on the sidewalk and in the road left from a fire at the old Strand Theatre in Morgantown, W. Va.

74. Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008823
Title:
Strand Theatre Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
Debris seen on the sidewalk and in the road left from a fire at the old Strand Theatre in Morgantown, W. Va.
Firefighters work to extinguish a fire along the road in Morgantown, W. Va.

75. Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008824
Title:
Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Description:
Firefighters work to extinguish a fire along the road in Morgantown, W. Va.
Damage caused by fire at Lakeview in Morgantown, W. Va. Structure stands but is severely damaged and is still smoking.

76. Lakeview Resort Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008825
Title:
Lakeview Resort Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1967
Description:
Damage caused by fire at Lakeview in Morgantown, W. Va. Structure stands but is severely damaged and is still smoking.

77. Fire Damage at an Unidentified Location in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
008826
Title:
Fire Damage at an Unidentified Location in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1963

78. Strand Theater Building on Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
034300
Title:
Strand Theater Building on Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/15
'Call to ___ Brothers Store, 4-14-27 3 AM. This is Strand corner where I once lived, I was born on this corner in the old Loy House.-Charles Plumer Pride'

79. Strand Theater Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
034501
Title:
Strand Theater Fire in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
'Call to ___ Brothers Store, 4-14-27 3 AM. This is Strand corner where I once lived, I was born on this corner in the old Loy House.-Charles Plumer Pride'
'Strand building from City building'

80. Strand Theatre after the Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
034505
Title:
Strand Theatre after the Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
'Strand building from City building'
'From Arcade Street, Theater looking up'

81. Strand Theatre after the Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
034507
Title:
Strand Theatre after the Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/04/14
Description:
'From Arcade Street, Theater looking up'
The burnt ruins of the buggy shop lay around the chimney. Deckers Creek is seen in the foreground

82. Burned Down Buggy Shop in Durbannah Area, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
038395
Title:
Burned Down Buggy Shop in Durbannah Area, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1896
Description:
The burnt ruins of the buggy shop lay around the chimney. Deckers Creek is seen in the foreground
Scene of buildings destroyed by fire including the Morgantown Hardware Co. shown to the far right.

83. Fire Damaged Buildings in Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
045125
Title:
Fire Damaged Buildings in Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927
Description:
Scene of buildings destroyed by fire including the Morgantown Hardware Co. shown to the far right.
Smoke rises from the fire located in the South Hills area of the city.

84. Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
045128
Title:
Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927/05/022
Description:
Smoke rises from the fire located in the South Hills area of the city.
Smoke surges from the fire located in the South Hills area of the city.

85. Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
045129
Title:
Oil Tank Fire, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1927
Description:
Smoke surges from the fire located in the South Hills area of the city.
A billow of heavy, black smoke rises from the scene.

86. Oil Field Burning, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
045384
Title:
Oil Field Burning, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1900s-1920s
Description:
A billow of heavy, black smoke rises from the scene.
View of the burning building from across the street.

87. Mechanical Hall on Fire, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
049666
Title:
Mechanical Hall on Fire, West Virginia University, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1956
Description:
View of the burning building from across the street.
People climb on the wreckage of the Morgantown and Kingwood Railroad repair shops in Sabraton after a fire.

88. Aftermath of Fire at Morgantown and Kingwood Shops, Sabraton, W. Va.

IDNO:
053071
Title:
Aftermath of Fire at Morgantown and Kingwood Shops, Sabraton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900
Description:
People climb on the wreckage of the Morgantown and Kingwood Railroad repair shops in Sabraton after a fire.