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  • Collection: Great Earthquake of Kingston

Myrtle Bank, back view

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Damage to the back of Kingston's Myrtle Bank Hotel following earthquake on January 14, 1907.

David Henderson's Corner

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A man stands under an umbrella as other men work on clearing the rubble at David Henderson's Corner (corner of King & Harbour Streets).

Holy Trinity Church

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Remains of the Holy Trinity Church which was destroyed by earthquake on January 14, 1907.

Metropolitan House

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Metropolitan House, located at the corner of King Street and Barry Street, destroyed by earthquake in 1907. Zinc, bricks, wood and other material surround the building.

St. Michael's Church

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St. Michael's Church situated along Tower Street, Kingston, after being flattened by earthquake in 1907.