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In this edition, we'll delve into the treasure trove of historical news articles dated August 13, unearthing stories that resonate with genealogists and history enthusiasts alike.
From local happenings to global events, we'll uncover the stories that shaped the lives of our ancestors, providing valuable insights for those on a quest to discover their roots.
So, grab your magnifying glass and step into the past as we unravel the August 13 historical headlines that may hold the missing pieces of your family's history puzzle.
1942 - August 13 - Walt Disney's fifth animated film, Bambi, is released in the United States.
"Bambi," released in 1942, is a classic animated film produced by Walt Disney. It is based on the 1923 book "Bambi, A Life in the Woods" by Austrian author Felix Salten. The film follows the story of a young deer named Bambi as he navigates the challenges of the forest, including the loss of his mother to a hunter.
The movie is known for its beautiful animation, especially its realistic depiction of the natural world. It was also notable for its emotional depth, as it dealt with themes of... Read MORE...
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Long Beach, New York, USA
LONG BEACH, L. I., Aug. 12. - S. B. Allen, Vice President of the Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company, came to the Long Beach Hotel to-day and began an investigation as to the cause of the boiler explosion which occurred in the hotel yesterday. Mr. Allen said to-day:
"I have not progressed far enough in my investigation to justify me in making any statement as to the cause of the explosion."
An investigation shows that a probable great loss of life was prevented by the... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1901
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1901 - LONG BEACH EXPLOSION. No Cause for It Has Been Yet Discovered - Guests Still at Hotel.
LONG BEACH, L. I., Aug. 12. - S. B. Allen, Vice President of the Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company, came to the Long Beach Hotel to-day and began an investigation as to the cause of the boiler explosion which occurred in the hotel yesterday. Mr. Allen said to-day:
"I have not progressed far enough in my investigation to justify me in making any statement as to the cause of the explosion."
An investigation shows that a probable great loss of life was prevented by the... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1901
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Chico, California, USA
Chico, Cal., Aug. 12. - (AP) - The main building of the State Teachers College of Chico was destroyed tonight by fire said to have started with an explosion. The loss was estimated at $500,000, with $300,000 for the building and $200,000 for the library and other equipment.
MRS. L. G. FAULKNER, who lives across the street from the school, said the flames burst out about 8 o'clock following an explosion which she both heard and felt. The fire swept rapidly through the old three-story... Read MORE...
Modesto News Herald - Modesto, California - August 13, 1927
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1927 - CHICO COLLEGE BUILDING RAZED. EFFORTS OF FIREMEN TO CHECK FLAMES PROVE UNAVAILING; LOSS $500,000.
Chico, Cal., Aug. 12. - (AP) - The main building of the State Teachers College of Chico was destroyed tonight by fire said to have started with an explosion. The loss was estimated at $500,000, with $300,000 for the building and $200,000 for the library and other equipment.
MRS. L. G. FAULKNER, who lives across the street from the school, said the flames burst out about 8 o'clock following an explosion which she both heard and felt. The fire swept rapidly through the old three-story... Read MORE...
Modesto News Herald - Modesto, California - August 13, 1927
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Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
NIAGARA FALLS, N. Y., Aug. 12. - Fifteen-year-old Phyllis Perry of Chippewa, Ontario, rescued Wilma and Cora Baldry, 17 and 12 years old, respectively, daughters of City Market Clerk C. J. Baldry of Niagara Falls, Ontario, from drowning this afternoon a half mile above the falls.
Wilma was overcome while swimming, and was going down for the second time when her younger sister went to the rescue. She was being dragged down with her sister when Miss Perry dived from Navy Island, where the... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1921
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1921 - SAVES TWO FROM DROWNING. Girl of 15 Rescues Sisters Half Mile Above Niagara Falls.
NIAGARA FALLS, N. Y., Aug. 12. - Fifteen-year-old Phyllis Perry of Chippewa, Ontario, rescued Wilma and Cora Baldry, 17 and 12 years old, respectively, daughters of City Market Clerk C. J. Baldry of Niagara Falls, Ontario, from drowning this afternoon a half mile above the falls.
Wilma was overcome while swimming, and was going down for the second time when her younger sister went to the rescue. She was being dragged down with her sister when Miss Perry dived from Navy Island, where the... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1921
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Wallingford, Connecticut, USA
On Monday, Aug. 7, 1839, a tornado passed over a point not far from the line of the Wallingford storm. Its direction was such that it did not strike places where human habitations existed, though it was a fearful tempest. Mr. James Bolter of this city visited the spot at the time, and Prof. Brocklesby, of Trinity College, who was then in New Haven, has a distinct recollection of the storm. The Courant of the time says an immense quantity of rain fell. It was be observed that the three tornadoes ... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1878
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1839 - Tornado
On Monday, Aug. 7, 1839, a tornado passed over a point not far from the line of the Wallingford storm. Its direction was such that it did not strike places where human habitations existed, though it was a fearful tempest. Mr. James Bolter of this city visited the spot at the time, and Prof. Brocklesby, of Trinity College, who was then in New Haven, has a distinct recollection of the storm. The Courant of the time says an immense quantity of rain fell. It was be observed that the three tornadoes ... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1878
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Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA
By Telegraph to the New York Daily Times.
Disagreeable necessity obliges us to shock the sensibilities of our readers, by the reciatal of another terrible calamity from a collision of Railway trains.
At 8 o'clock, yesterday morning, a collision occurred on the Providence and Worcester Railroad, which caused the death of fourteen persons, and seriously injured about forty more. The collision occurred between the regular up train and the excursion train from Weeting's. The latter was out of ... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1853
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1853 - AWFUL RAILROAD ACCIDENT. FOURTEEN LIVES LOST -- THIRTY OR FORTY SERIOUSLY INJURED.
By Telegraph to the New York Daily Times.
Disagreeable necessity obliges us to shock the sensibilities of our readers, by the reciatal of another terrible calamity from a collision of Railway trains.
At 8 o'clock, yesterday morning, a collision occurred on the Providence and Worcester Railroad, which caused the death of fourteen persons, and seriously injured about forty more. The collision occurred between the regular up train and the excursion train from Weeting's. The latter was out of ... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1853
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Northampton, Massachusetts, USA (Florence)
NORTHAMPTON, Mass., July 17.- The town is almost despoiled of its beautiful shade trees, mostly large elms, for which it is noted, there being some 15 uprooted on Elm-street alone. The horse cars to Florence cannot run for some day, there being many great trees across the track. On Main-street awnings and signs were blown down and the fronts of several stores blown in, the rain and broken glass damaging the stocks within. The Mansion House lost its tin roof and several chimneys, and the slate... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1878
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1878 - Tornado
NORTHAMPTON, Mass., July 17.- The town is almost despoiled of its beautiful shade trees, mostly large elms, for which it is noted, there being some 15 uprooted on Elm-street alone. The horse cars to Florence cannot run for some day, there being many great trees across the track. On Main-street awnings and signs were blown down and the fronts of several stores blown in, the rain and broken glass damaging the stocks within. The Mansion House lost its tin roof and several chimneys, and the slate... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - August 13, 1878
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1961 August 13 - Construction of the Berlin Wall begins in East Germany
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America - Did you know?
March 3, 1820 - Missouri Compromise: In an effort to maintain the balance between free and slave states, Maine (formerly part of Massachusetts) is admitted as a free state so that Missouri can be admitted as a slave state; except for Missouri,...Read MORE...www.infoplease.com
Quebec - Did you know?
Quebec was almost an independent country. In 1995, a referendum was held to separate Quebec from Canada. The referendum was not officially legally valid and was only held in Quebec. The no camp won the referendum by 0.4%, which is still seen as a...Read MORE...weleaf.nl
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