1886 - Possible Arson?

Papers Past, North Otago Times, 12 May 1886, Page 2

AUCKLAND. May 11

An attempt to fire a large block of buildings at Devonport last night was discovered. It started at the premises of Garrard, shoemaker, but was suppressed by the neighbors. Garrard was uninsured. A deposit of rags, kerosene, and sulphur was found.