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   Aerial view of Frank's Tannery fire.
 


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Caption:   Aerial view of Frank's Tannery fire (1968). Frank's Tannery operated on Redwood Creek in Redwood City from 1874 to 1959. On thenight of June 14, 1968, the abandoned buildings, all except for the brick chimney and water tower, burned to the ground. This photograph was taken by Doug Rider.
     
Photo Date:   1968
     
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   Redwood City Public Library
     
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Fire Departments -- Redwood City, CA

Fires -- Redwood City, CA

Tanneries -- Redwood City, CA
 
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