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   Spectators watch Frank's Tannery fire.
 


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Caption:   Spectators watch Frank's Tannery fire (1968). Frank's Tannery operated on Redwood Creek in Redwood City from 1874 to 1959. On the night 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 Reginald McGovern.
     
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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