The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-05-25
FIRE STATIONS INSPECTED.
VISITED BY MAYOR MELDRIM AND
FIRE COMMISSIONERS.

pors.tus Was Called Out on "A Trial
run to BrouEhton and jefferson
strcets-The Commissioners ADpar-
emily Pleased with the Orderly
condition of the Department and
CONGRATULATED Chief Mcguire.
T., order to acquaint themselves with the
cord ion of the fire department a tour of
insrection of the stations was made yes
to-day by Mayor Meldrm, accompanied
b, FIRE Commissioners Cunningham, Car
o.ar and Hull Besides inspecting the
stations. runs were made by the compa-
ni,- in the northern division to show the
tin. that can be made.
rh- first station inspected was the CEN
tra station at Oglethorpe avenue and
Al.rcorn street, where about The best
eoo 9ment is located. It comprises engine
company No g. chemical No. ! and wagon
company No 8. At this station is the big
en.ine. pulled by three STAYING black
horses. one of the most powerful engines
south of Baltimore. Then there is the
L Sc wagon, drawn by the two big grays
the speedlest and handsomest team In Sa-
ysnuah. The chemical is heavy appara-
t..s. drawn by two large dashing blacks,
which never fail to get in quick after the
alarm sounds. Last is the hook and lad
der truck, which seldom goes into actual
service at fires, but when it does, usually
accomplishes what is expected of it, There
is every advantage at the central in point
Of modern equipment for fighting fires.
The Mayor, the fire commissioners and
Chief Mcguire, went through the dormi-
tory quarters, and all other places. The
men presented a fresh, robust appearance,
showing from the condition of everything
that they knew their duty and evidently
did it. That good impression was made
appeared from the manner in which the
officials regarded the equipment, the men
and the general condition of things.
The apparatus at Engine Company No
], Broughton and Houston streets, was
next inspected, and the equipment there
was also found in good trim. The appa-
ratus consists of an engine and a hose
wagon Intended to handle fires particular
ly in the eastern section, though the sta
ton responds to nearly all boxes in the
northern dMisions The building was well
kept, the horses give evidence of the best
care and the fftemen are apparently able
to cope well with their duties. AS at the
central station, the officials went through
the sleeping quarters, where things are
kept as neat and comfortable as in any
home.
The party then drove to headquarters, at
Indian and West Broad streets, where
much of the city's property is kept. Com
binatiOn hose and chemical wagon No 2
pulled by a heavy span of spirited horses,
and which never fails to do its duty at
fires, occupies the first position on enter
ing the engine house. Next is
he rfga ], hoe II
ably seen longer service and maintained
itself better than any other in the de-
partment. The last is the big truck, just
behind the combination wagon, and which
carries cellar MOBILES, ladders, ropes, and
many other things needed al fires. Every
thing was closely examined. Nothing
seemed to be wanting, the force comprised
strong, active, reliable company, cap
able of sweeping out fires where the adj
vantages are not all against them.
Leaving headquarters, 1t was not long
before the commissioners had the three
companies they visited vaultng toward
box T. at Broughton and Jefferson streets.
The alarm was sent in to get an idea of
the speed the companies could make to a
central point. In every respect the runs
We're up to expectation, the wagons and
engines rolling around on good time. Colu-
missioner Hull kept time, while Chairman
Cunningham, Commissioner Carolan,
Mayor Meldrim and Chief Mcguire were
standing where a good view of the APP
preaching apparatus could be had Fol
lowing is the time in the order the equip
ment arrived:
MS.
Combination No. 2, Indian and West
broad ....,.,.,....... ...............,....1; rs
Truck No. q Indian and West Broad. .1:30
Engine No. 2, Indian and West Broad. :S5
Wagon No. 8, Abercorn and oglethorpe
Ne!ue 49,. .l;54
chemical No I. Abercorn and Ogle-
thorpe avenue 4......s ..................2:00
Engine No. g, (three horses), Abercorn
and Oglethorpe avenue ................2:O3
wagon No. 1, Broughton and Houston 2:05
Engine No. l, Broughton and Houston .2:28
truck No. l, (aeriaD, Broughton and
hO"9'oh ''........ ....,.........-........o
Like all contests there were advantages
as wei as disadvantages. Not knowing a
test was 60 be made, the combination team
at headquarters was hitched up, prepar-
atofy to exercising, which gave IL start.
10 the engine at the central sta ton there
are three horses 70 be hitched There are
no brakes on the wagon at engine house
NO. /, while ct the central station, some
dlfhculty was had with the harness. which
fell when struck by a horse. This ac-
counted for the truck being late in show
ing up
The commissioners, as well as Mayor
Meidrim, We're pleased at the showing
HdIe Dy the department and
felt they were taking charge
OF equipment and men, by whom the
city can be well protected against fires
Chlef Mcguire was congratulated on the
orderly condition of things. Chairman
Cunningham expressed himself particular
ly pleased as did Commissioners Carolan
ana Hui. They thought the iremen re-
sponded to the call with that speed and
promptness which is an assurance that
they can do excellent running.
The apparatus at Engine Company No.
on Henry street, was alse inspected, the
condition holding the same as at other
places. This station forms part of the
southern division, frequently called out TO
tad fires, which the men handle satsfac-
torily.
From all appearances the inspections
mean that the new commissioners have
found the department in a well organized
conditions such as makes it a power for
its purpose. There is every evidence that
the department and the new board Will pro-
ceed tremendously, accomplishing all that
can be expected Politics will he elnoiuot