Original 1947 Associated Press Wire Photo showing a spectacular commercial fire in Houston, Texas. The attached AP caption states that one of Houston's largest antique furniture stores was almost completely destroyed by fire on September 12, 1947. The blaze snarled traffic for blocks during the afternoon rush hour, and a water shortage reportedly hindered firefighting efforts. The dramatic image shows firefighters battling heavy smoke and flames at the scene. This photograph originated from a Pittsburgh-area newspaper archive scrapbook collection. Measures approximately 9¼" x 6¾". Shows age-related wear, toning, corner mounting remnants, waviness, and evidence of prior newspaper scrapbook use. Please see photos.
