Monterey County has a rich and colorful history. The Monterey County Herald has been there to cover the names and places that make our county unique. With some “never seen before” images from our archives, The Herald hopes to jar your memory and to participate in this ongoing look back on the history of Monterey County.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Jolly Rogue Fire, June 27, 1976
The Jolly Rogue restaurant fire on Sunday, June 27, 1976. 200 patrons and staff escaped injury from the fast moving fire that was reported at approximately 7:40 p.m. When the first engines \arrived on scene smoke and flames were pouring from the roof. Monterey, Seaside, Pacific Grove and Carmel Valley fire departments responded to the entrance of Monterey Wharf No. 2 Businesses also suffering damage were the Monterey Harbor Masters Office, Monterey Yacht Center, San Martin Wine Tasting Room and the Harvey Kilpatrick Insurance Company. Fire investigators first estimates were $500,000 in damages.
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