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Explosion on North Seventh Street, 1937

Posted on September 4, 2014 by editor

Authorities blamed a Springfield arson ring for a massive explosion that destroyed two north-end houses and damaged dozens of others on March 17, 1937. Eight people were charged with arson and insurance fraud in the case. But the main defendant … Continue reading →

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