Salisbury in Wicomico County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Great Salisbury Fire
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, February 9, 2013
1. The Great Salisbury Fire Marker
Inscription.
The Great Salisbury Fire. . On October 17, 1886 a small fire was discovered at Toadvine's Livery Stable on Dock Street, now Market Street. Fire spread very rapidly and eventually consumed 200 buildings including most of the commerical district. Soon after the fire began, Salisbury requested assistance from the other towns on the shore. Crisfield, Pokomoke City and Wilminton loaded their fire department steamers on special railroad trains and sent them to Salisbury's aid. The fire was brought under control on October 18, 1886, 17 hours after it began. Twenty-two acres in the center of Salisbury were consumed and only through the valiant efforts of the neighboring towns was the present county courthouse saved.
On October 17, 1886 a small fire was discovered at Toadvine's Livery Stable on Dock Street, now Market Street. Fire spread very rapidly and eventually consumed 200 buildings including most of the commerical district. Soon after the fire began, Salisbury requested assistance from the other towns on the shore. Crisfield, Pokomoke City and Wilminton loaded their fire department steamers on special railroad trains and sent them to Salisbury's aid. The fire was brought under control on October 18, 1886, 17 hours after it began. Twenty-two acres in the center of Salisbury were consumed and only through the valiant efforts of the neighboring towns was the present county courthouse saved.
Erected by Tony Tank Tribe 149 of the Improved Order of Red Men, Salisbury Fire Department, Firemen's Historical Foundation of Delmarva.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Heroes • Notable Events • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical month for this entry is October 1726.
Location. 38° 21.931′ N, 75° 36.032′ W. Marker is in Salisbury, Maryland, in Wicomico County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street and Division Street, on the left when traveling east on Main Street. Marker is in front of the courthouse. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Salisbury MD 21801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 30, 2007, by F. Robby of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 3,220 times since then and 98 times this year. Photos:1. submitted on February 15, 2013, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. 2, 3. submitted on November 30, 2007, by F. Robby of Baltimore, Maryland. 4. submitted on May 20, 2015, by Pat Filippone of Stockton, California.
