Breezy Point in Queens was the scene of horrific destruction by fire in the teeth of the storm, with as many as 100 homes destroyed.

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The hall was lucky to escape destruction by both the 1834 fire and World War II bombing with its vast stained glass arched window dominating one end still intact (c).

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Just as they fear the destruction of their belongings by fire or theft, businesses may also be concerned that exchange- or interest-rate movements may turn a good idea into a lossmaker.

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