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FIRE ENGINEERING (ISSN 00152587). Marth 1983, Vol. 38, No 3. Member, American Business Press and Audit Bureau of Circulations Published monthey by Technical Publishing, Company of the Dun & Bradatreet Corporation. James B. Tafel, Chairman, John K. Abely. President. EXECUTIVE, EDITORIAL AND ADEVERTISING OFFICES, 875 Third Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10022. Printed in Easton, Pa, 18042.
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