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tion men and equipment from Amissville, Washington, Chester Gap and Sperryville companies arrived on the scene, but the combined efforts of all were futile. According to Chief Emory Russell, by the time the blaze was discovered and equipment could respond the house was aflame inside and impossible to control.
Meadowbrook Hall, valued at $150,000 was famous in years past for its social elegance and many of America*s greats have been entertained here by the former owner, the late Mrs. William p. Slaughter. The ballroom of the 20-room mansion has been the setting of many delightful hunt parties and balls.
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