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This Day in Minnesota History

August 4, 1857

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ISBN: 0873514165
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One of a series of arson fires in St. Paul destroys virtually all the buildings between Market, St. Peter, St. Anthony (Third), and Fourth Streets. These fires led to looting, and citizens formed a vigilance committee to patrol the streets.

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First published: July 1, 2015
Last modified: August 4, 2023