1991A fire destroyed the Colonnade in Magnolia.Events & Anniversaries, Economy and Industry, Local Businesses, Fires

Colonnade, Magnolia, Mass. June 23, 1908. Sawyer Free Library Postcard Collection. https://omeka-s.noblenet.org/s/gloucester/item/4597

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The fire not only destroyed the 80-year-old building, but hurt the remaining nearby businesses. However, Lexington Avenue bounced back with a mix of small businesses and stores.

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1991
Employment in the fishing industry dropped by 55% since 1966
1991
Howard Blackburn's sloop Great Republic found a home at the Cape Ann Historical Association.
1991
The Andrea Gail was lost at sea during a storm now called the "Perfect Storm".
1991-1992
Bruce Tobey served as Interim Mayor of Gloucester.

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1991A fire destroyed the Colonnade in Magnolia.Events & Anniversaries, Economy and Industry, Local Businesses, Fires

Other Events

Employment in the fishing industry dropped by 55% since 1966

Howard Blackburn's sloop Great Republic found a home at the Cape Ann Historical Association.

The Andrea Gail was lost at sea during a storm now called the "Perfect Storm".

Bruce Tobey served as Interim Mayor of Gloucester.