Fire at Peoples Outfitting Co.

View of firefighters in front of burning commercial building. Some firefighters climb ladders; others spray water from pump on flames. Fire truck in street. Printed on front: "Fighting the flames, Detroit, Mich." Printed on back: "Fighting the flames, Detroit, Mich. This picture shows a part of Detroit's Fire Department in action. At the left is shown the water tower, which is usually used for high buildings. the department is considered one of the best in the United States." Handwritten on back: "Old People's Outfitting Company, Michigan Ave." Message handwritten on back: "Hello Bill, Say Bill if you would get run over with one of these trucks you would know it. 126 John R, c/o Penrose Appts., C.C.R." Card is postmarked April 7, 1913.