A real photograph postcard of the F. J. Byrne building fire, Los Angeles, California, ca. 1910s.
Entry/Object ID
2016.293.1.13
Description
A real photographic postcard of the F. J. Byrne building fire, Los Angeles, ca. 1910s. The view is of a fire rescue in progress. The fire fighters are aiming the water hose inside the open doors of the retail business building, on the ground floor, water is exiting the building on the second floor. A large ladder is propped against the facade of the building. The location is identified in ink at the right. A sign for the building and Myer Siegel and Company Childrens Wear is to the left of the building on fire. With minor discoloration and abrasion, the object is in good condition.
