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jul 29, 1916 - Fatal Ont. Forest Fire

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A devastating forest fire broke out in northwest of North Bay, Ontario, killing between 200 and 250 men, women, and children and destroying six towns, including Matheson and Cochrane. Property damage was estimated at more than $2 million.

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jul 29, 1916
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~ 109 years ago