Liberty Hose Co. No. 2 - Incident Detail #1385

Fire broke out at the Henry Nicklo residence at 7:15AM on January 26, 1961. The fire spread to the east side of the double-block property, occupied by the Charles Siemons family. It was reported that an overheated chimney was the cause of the blaze. Fire was confined to the rear of the home; having spread through the outside wall causing considerable damage to the Nicklo kitchen, bathroom, and a small room attached to the rear of the kitchen. Damage on the Siemons' side was not quite as extensive, but the fire had burned through the outer wall and caused fire damage in the bathroom and kitchen. Smoke filled both properties in a short time, and caused some smoke damage. Lykens fire company responded to the call and must be commended on their efficiency in controlling the blaze and keeping the damage from water to a minimum. Wiconisco fire company also answered the call and were standing by in case they were needed. Fire Chief Elwood Miller reported that both properties are covered by fire insurance.