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New Fire Engine for Inglewood
Inglewood: At a meeting of the Inglewood-Texas Fire Brigade Board, held in the Inglewood Council Chambers, it was decided to purchase a chassis for a new fire engine, the total estimated cost being £2900.
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The meeting carried a motion to purchase a chassis of the type recommended by the metropolitan boards which has a quantity of spares for this type, the spares having been given to it by the American Army.
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The Texas Chief Officer reported on drills held, and requested consideration to the purchase of breathing apparatus, and a “spurt” nozzle to avoid electrocution at fires near electrical mains.
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It was decided to make inquiries regarding the equipment mentioned.
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Warwick Daily News, 9 April 1954
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Digital Image ID 18778