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In this edition, we'll delve into the treasure trove of historical news articles dated March 28, 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 March 28 historical headlines that may hold the missing pieces of your family's history puzzle.
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1882 - LONGFELLOW DEAD. The Much-Beloved Poet Passes Away Peacefully at His Home in Cambridge Friday Afternoon - A Brief Sketch of the Man and His Works.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, the poet, died at his residence in Cambridge, on Friday afternoon, at the age of 75 years and 25 days. His illness was short ant not very painful, and his life ended as it had passed, quietly and serenely. Within a half an hour the solemn tolling of the alarm bells let Cambridge know that her greatest and best citizen was no more. The seventy-five awe-inspiring peals reminded the startled city of the time of rejoicing but so short a time ago, only a few weeks, when... Read MORE...
The Boston Weekly Globe - Boston, Massachusetts - March 28, 1882
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Richford, Vermont, USA
David Grant's House Nearly Destroyed This Forenoon.
(Special to the Messenger.)
Richford, March 28 - David Grant's house north of the elevator caught fire at 9:40 o'clock this forenoon and was nearly destroyed. Will Wright and Frank Puffer gave the alarm and both hose companies responded. The nearest hydrant was over 50 rods away, but good work was done.
The main part of the house was gutted and the ell part badly damaged. The goods were saved in a damaged condition.
The buildings and ... Read MORE...
St. Albans Daily Messenger - St. Albans, Vermont - March 28, 1900
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1900 - FIRE AT RICHFORD.
David Grant's House Nearly Destroyed This Forenoon.
(Special to the Messenger.)
Richford, March 28 - David Grant's house north of the elevator caught fire at 9:40 o'clock this forenoon and was nearly destroyed. Will Wright and Frank Puffer gave the alarm and both hose companies responded. The nearest hydrant was over 50 rods away, but good work was done.
The main part of the house was gutted and the ell part badly damaged. The goods were saved in a damaged condition.
The buildings and ... Read MORE...
St. Albans Daily Messenger - St. Albans, Vermont - March 28, 1900
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1800s Cooking Tips and Recipes
Moonshine
This dessert combines a pretty appearance with palatable flavor, and is a good substitute for ice cream. Beat the white of six eggs in a broad plate to a very stiff froth, then add gradually six tablespoons of powdered sugar, beating...Read MORE...
The Willimantic Chronicle, Willimantic, Connecticut, July 26, 1882
Ansonia, Connecticut, USA
THREE HOUSES DESTROYED AND TWO LIVES LOST - NARROW ESCAPE OF SOME OF THE OTHER INMATES.
New-Haven, March 27. - Fire broke out at 8:45 o'clock this morning in George Hall's meat market, at Maple and High streets, West Ansonia. It was fully half an hour later before the firemen arrived and got to work. The three frame buildings just west of the Ansonia upper bridge were then in flames. The ground floor of the first building was occupied by Ying Lee, a Chinese laundryman; that of the second by... Read MORE...
New York Times - New York, New York - March 28, 1882
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1882 - TWO MEN BURNED TO DEATH A DISASTROUS FIRE IN ANSONIA, CONN.
THREE HOUSES DESTROYED AND TWO LIVES LOST - NARROW ESCAPE OF SOME OF THE OTHER INMATES.
New-Haven, March 27. - Fire broke out at 8:45 o'clock this morning in George Hall's meat market, at Maple and High streets, West Ansonia. It was fully half an hour later before the firemen arrived and got to work. The three frame buildings just west of the Ansonia upper bridge were then in flames. The ground floor of the first building was occupied by Ying Lee, a Chinese laundryman; that of the second by... Read MORE...
New York Times - New York, New York - March 28, 1882
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1909 advertisement
Higgins Celebrated Ice Cream
Rates one of the Highest in the State
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Kensington, New Hampshire, sketches and reminiscences by Mace, Ida M Published 1909
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Scituate, Rhode Island, USA (North Scituate)
A daring attempt,as we learn from the Providence Journal, was made on the morning of the 21st inst before daylight, to rob the Citizens Union Bank of Scituate, in Rhode Island. The apartment of the dwelling-house in which the cashier and his wife lodging in the second story was entered at the window by means of a ladder, and the pocket book of the Cashier containing $266, was taken from his coat. The cashier's wife awoke and discovering some person in the room, enquired what was wanted? She was ... Read MORE...
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New-Bedford Mercury - New Bedford, Massachusetts - March 28, 1834
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1834 - Attempted Bank Robbery
A daring attempt,as we learn from the Providence Journal, was made on the morning of the 21st inst before daylight, to rob the Citizens Union Bank of Scituate, in Rhode Island. The apartment of the dwelling-house in which the cashier and his wife lodging in the second story was entered at the window by means of a ladder, and the pocket book of the Cashier containing $266, was taken from his coat. The cashier's wife awoke and discovering some person in the room, enquired what was wanted? She was ... Read MORE...
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New-Bedford Mercury - New Bedford, Massachusetts - March 28, 1834
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1904 Moved Over State Line - Eben Stevens Merely Walks Across Room to Avoid Taxes
The Pittsburgh Press
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
March 28, 1904
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1928 March 28 - In California, the St. Francis Dam north of Los Angeles fails, killing 600.
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March 28, 1928
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1920 March 28 - The worst tornado disaster of record occurred in Chicago IL as a tornado killed 28 persons and caused three million dollars damage.
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March 28, 1920
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The Pittsburgh Press
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
March 28, 1904
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1928 March 28 - In California, the St. Francis Dam north of Los Angeles fails, killing 600.
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March 28, 1928
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1920 March 28 - The worst tornado disaster of record occurred in Chicago IL as a tornado killed 28 persons and caused three million dollars damage.
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March 28, 1920
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America - Did you know?
Self-emptying Lake George (Alaska) is the best known curiosity of its kind. A dam of ice forms each winter and the lake backs up behind it. The pressure of the water causes the dam to burst. The lake empties itself, and the process begins all over.
Quebec - Did you know?
Quebec has a rich, distinctive French-Canadian cuisine. Popular dishes include tourtière (a meat pie), and ragoût de boulettes et de pattes do cochon (a stew made from meatballs and pigs' feet). Other favorites include French onion soup, pea soup,...Read MORE...Countries and Their Cultures - French-Canadians (www.everyculture.com)
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Enriched with Vitamin -B, and other Vitamin B factors
Naugatuck Daily News
Naugatuck, Connecticut
July 2, 1942
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