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Gas heat conversion

Description: BostonGas spokesperson says there is unprecedented demand for conversion of oil heating systems to gas. He is confident all residential customers can be served; fuel supply is adequate until well into the future. Says gas is cheaper than oil, cleaner burning, and the most efficient. Talks about LNG, propane, methane and gas exploration, and potential for coal gasification. Above-ground pipelines and BostonGas tanks in Dorchester, including Corita Kent rainbow painting.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 06/21/1979

W.R. Grace site in North Cambridge

Description: W.R. Grace silo tower, tanks, and industrial buildings in Alewife area of North Cambridge. Barrel tipped over on snowy ground. Smoke or steam issuing from exhaust stacks and vents. Corroded sign on post in ground “Danger Acid.” Pool of sludge adjacent to building. Big blue tank surrounded by rusted pipes. Indeterminate tan substance spread over ground next to bleachers. Interview with Mr. Stuart (of MBTA?) about chemical analysis of conditions on the future construction site of the red line extension tunnel. “We're getting strange high acid readings in the ground water” but not sure exactly what kind of contamination.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 02/14/1979