The King Edward + Smyth Hotels Burning at the Elk Lake Ont Fire

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Front: At least two buildings are visibly in flames at night. A handful of men watch from the foreground. Back: Box 297 Elk Lake Dear Joe: This is a photo of the second big fire we have had up here this winter. I was at Porcupine when the first one occurred & was just down on a visit when the last one occurred. I am leaving here on Monday again for Porcupine. I hope you are all keeping well in Barrie. Kind regards to all at home. I remain yours sincerely Will Hepburn (This is my address Porcupine c/o Mr. J.B.Crawford, S. W. end Porcupine Lake)