Original AP Wire Photo dated April 16, 1947, showing a Texas City garage serving as a temporary morgue following the series of explosions. Rows of victims lie beneath coverings while police and other personnel work inside the brick building. The separate original caption is headed "Garage Becomes Morgue" and describes the building's use to accommodate victims of the disaster. From the archive of a Pittsburgh-area newspaper. Measures 9½ x 7¾ inches overall. Photograph and separate original caption are mounted on the same piece of black archival paper. Visible condition includes light surface scuffs, fine scratches and edge wear. Caption shows fading and age discoloration. Please examine photos for condition.
