By Chief Edward F. Croker Of The New York Fire Department.

In case of fire immediately send alarm from the nearest alarm box; wait at alarm box until the arrival of the firemen so as to notify them as to the location of the fire. Occupants of premises should endeavor to extinguish fire, if possible, previous to the arrival of the firemen, but do not delay an instant in sending in alarm. Keep cellars and closets under stairways entirely free from rubbish. Always endeavor to keep perfectly cool until the arrival of the Department; do not jump, as the firemen will save you, and are very prompt in reaching the scene of a fire once the alarm is turned in. Keep small chemical fire extinguishers on each floor in all buildings. In case of fire, endeavor to keep all doors shut, thereby avoiding draughts and preventing the rapid extending of fire.