Flames were discovered in the second story of the building occupied by A. CANNALLES, No. 280 Front row, about half past nine o’clock last night. The alarm was promptly given, and the engines were soon on the spot. At writing, the fire is quite subdued, but it is impossible to form any estimate of the damage done by fire and water. Mr. CANNALLES values his stock at $7000, but probably not the half of it is injured [sic].
Source: Memphis Daily Appeal, 9 Jan 1870, pg. 4. Available via ChroniclingAmerica.loc.gov.