Samuel Dunlap , December 30th, 1908

On Tuesday, December 4, 1908 an alarm was sounded on Box 884, 12th & Market Streets for a fire in Lubin’s Casino Theatre – 1211 Market Street.

While operating at this fire, Assistant Engineer Samuel Dunlap was overcome by acid fumes. He died from “water in the lungs” on December 30, 1908.

Career History

Appointed Hoseman Engine 24                                   September 15, 1875

Promoted Foreman Engine 24                                     November 9, 1877

Promoted Assistant Engineer                                      February 11, 1879

Resigned and Appointed Foreman Engine 18              October 23, 1886

Transferred Foreman Engine 24                                  March 23, 1887

Promoted Assistant Engineer                                       April 21, 1887