April 17th marks the 100th anniversary of the fire that devasted much of Pocomoke City. This Sunday here at the Pocomoke Public Eye we devote a Special Edition to that infamous event.
To commemorate the Centennial of the great Pocomoke City Fire of 1922, the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company will host an Open House and Ceremony on Saturday, April 16. Fire Companies that helped Pocomoke Firemen battle the blaze have been invited to attend and will be recognized for their assistance in containing and extinguishing the fire.
The Open House, which will feature antique fire equipment and historical materials regarding the fire, will be held at the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company, 1410 Market Street, from 1PM to 4PM on Saturday April 16. The recognition ceremony will take place at 3PM.
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