Mincey rescues city engineer. Lisa Y. Henderson 3 years ago After Bruce Pool “unconsciously” threw a gallon of gasoline into a furnace at City Hall, Ben Mincey sprang into action to knock down the flames and save Pool’s life. Wilson Daily Times, 13 January 1925. Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Print (Opens in new window) Print More Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr