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In this edition, we'll delve into the treasure trove of historical news articles dated October 7, 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 October 7 historical headlines that may hold the missing pieces of your family's history puzzle.
Hooksett, New Hampshire, USA
The Concord Railroad Bridge over the Merrimack River at Hooksett, took fire about 12 o'clock Wednesday night, in the roof about one hundred feet from the easterly end of the Bridge soon after the passage of the Vermont Central Freight Train.
The Station Agent and Watchman, Mr. Wheeler, passed over the bridge immediately after the crossing of the Freight Train and returned, but the fire was not discovered until just as the was leaving the westerly end of the bridge. It had caught between the... Read MORE...
The Farmers' Cabinet - Amherst, New Hampshire - October 7, 1857
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1857 - Great Fire at Hooksett.
The Concord Railroad Bridge over the Merrimack River at Hooksett, took fire about 12 o'clock Wednesday night, in the roof about one hundred feet from the easterly end of the Bridge soon after the passage of the Vermont Central Freight Train.
The Station Agent and Watchman, Mr. Wheeler, passed over the bridge immediately after the crossing of the Freight Train and returned, but the fire was not discovered until just as the was leaving the westerly end of the bridge. It had caught between the... Read MORE...
The Farmers' Cabinet - Amherst, New Hampshire - October 7, 1857
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Sharon, Pennsylvania, USA
Sharon, Pa., Oct. 6. - Four passengers were injured in a collision between a Youngstown street car and a local traction car here yesterday.
The injured are:
R. M. MARKLEY, Washington, Pa.
C. A. MURRAY, Sharon.
DAN MADILIN, Hubbard, O.
ELIAS ANDERSON, Sharon.
None was seriously hurt. Both cars were damaged.
The collision was caused by the Youngstown car stopping to let an electric freight car pass and the local car which was following crashed into it. The seventy-five passengers were... Read MORE...
Titusville Herald - Titusville, Pennsylvania - October 7, 1907
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1907 - TRACTION CARS COLLIDE. PASSENGERS ARE SERIOUSLY SHAKEN BUT NONE ARE MUCH INJURED.
Sharon, Pa., Oct. 6. - Four passengers were injured in a collision between a Youngstown street car and a local traction car here yesterday.
The injured are:
R. M. MARKLEY, Washington, Pa.
C. A. MURRAY, Sharon.
DAN MADILIN, Hubbard, O.
ELIAS ANDERSON, Sharon.
None was seriously hurt. Both cars were damaged.
The collision was caused by the Youngstown car stopping to let an electric freight car pass and the local car which was following crashed into it. The seventy-five passengers were... Read MORE...
Titusville Herald - Titusville, Pennsylvania - October 7, 1907
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Butler, Pennsylvania, USA
ACCIDENT OCCURRED IN CUPOLA OF THE STANDARD STEEL CAR COMPANY'S PLANT - MEN WERE LITERALLY COOKED.
Butler, Pa., Oct. 6. - An explosion caused by the upsetting of the metal pot in the No. 1 cupola of the Standard Steel Car company here late tonight caused the death of four men, fatally injured twenty and seriously injured ten others.
Nearly all the men were foreigners.
The large wheel plant, 150 x 100 feet, was demolished, causing a loss estimated at $100,000.
The dead:
NICK DORNA,... Read MORE...
Titusville Herald - Titusville, Pennsylvania - October 7, 1907
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1907 - FATAL EXPLOSION IN BUTLER MILLS. SEETHING METAL ENGULFS WORKMEN. FOUR MEN INSTANTLY KILLED AND MANY INJURED. HUGE METAL POT WAS UPSET.
ACCIDENT OCCURRED IN CUPOLA OF THE STANDARD STEEL CAR COMPANY'S PLANT - MEN WERE LITERALLY COOKED.
Butler, Pa., Oct. 6. - An explosion caused by the upsetting of the metal pot in the No. 1 cupola of the Standard Steel Car company here late tonight caused the death of four men, fatally injured twenty and seriously injured ten others.
Nearly all the men were foreigners.
The large wheel plant, 150 x 100 feet, was demolished, causing a loss estimated at $100,000.
The dead:
NICK DORNA,... Read MORE...
Titusville Herald - Titusville, Pennsylvania - October 7, 1907
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1957 - October 4 - USSR launches Sputnik 1 - Space race begins
Russian People Tickled Pink at Success of Their Sputnik
MOSCOW (AP) - The Russian people are tickled pink that their scientists have grabbed the lead from the Americans in the satellite field. But they're not surprised about their Sputnik - Russian for earth satellite.
The Russian people believe Soviet science leads the world. They do not see Western newspaper and magazines, and know little of scientific development outside the Communist world.
Amid the jubilant newspaper and radio... Read MORE...
Wilmington News-Journal - Wilmington, Ohio - October 7, 1957
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Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, USA
IRON ORE SHIPMENTS SNARLED AT SAULT STE. MARIE; 2 MEN KILLED.
Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. - (AP) - Collapse of one arm of a lift bridge - believed to be the largest of the bascule type in the world - brought defense-vital iron ore shipping from Lake Superior ports to a temporary halt here today.
The giant span sagged beneath the weight of a loaded freight train. A locomotive and tender shot from the open end into the approach to the St. Mary's Falls Canal, carrying two trainmen to their... Read MORE...
Sterling Daily Gazette - Sterling, Illinois - October 7, 1941
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1941 - BRIDGE SPAN FALLS WITH TRAIN ENGINE; SHIP TRAFFIC HALTED.
IRON ORE SHIPMENTS SNARLED AT SAULT STE. MARIE; 2 MEN KILLED.
Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. - (AP) - Collapse of one arm of a lift bridge - believed to be the largest of the bascule type in the world - brought defense-vital iron ore shipping from Lake Superior ports to a temporary halt here today.
The giant span sagged beneath the weight of a loaded freight train. A locomotive and tender shot from the open end into the approach to the St. Mary's Falls Canal, carrying two trainmen to their... Read MORE...
Sterling Daily Gazette - Sterling, Illinois - October 7, 1941
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1800s Cooking Tips and Recipes
Chicken Hash
This is the proper way to serve for breakfast whatever roast or boiled chicken may be left over from dinner. Mince the cold chicken, but not very fine, and to a cupful of meat add two tablespoonfuls good butter, a half cup of milk,...Read MORE...
The Willimantic Chronicle, Willimantic, Connecticut, January 5, 1881
Amherst, New Hampshire, USA
AMHERST AND MT. VERNON.
Thousands of dollars will be needed to repair the damage done in this town. Of bridges gone are two on the New Boston road, the one near the residence of Noah Batchelder, and the one at the foot of Trow's hill.
Of dams known to be partially or wholly lost, are, Whiting's at the mill in this village, Jotham Hartshorn's in the west part of the town, the dam at Trow's mill, (above Hartshorn's in Mont Vernon.) and that at Stickney's mill, a mile below this... Read MORE...
The Farmers' Cabinet - Amherst, New Hampshire - October 7, 1869
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1869 - Swept Away
AMHERST AND MT. VERNON.
Thousands of dollars will be needed to repair the damage done in this town. Of bridges gone are two on the New Boston road, the one near the residence of Noah Batchelder, and the one at the foot of Trow's hill.
Of dams known to be partially or wholly lost, are, Whiting's at the mill in this village, Jotham Hartshorn's in the west part of the town, the dam at Trow's mill, (above Hartshorn's in Mont Vernon.) and that at Stickney's mill, a mile below this... Read MORE...
The Farmers' Cabinet - Amherst, New Hampshire - October 7, 1869
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Milford, New Hampshire, USA
MILFORD.
We learn from Milford that the damage there is great. The double arch granite bridge over the Souhegan at the village was affected. Both foot bridges were carried away, and the County Bridge, as it is termed, near East Wilton line, made impassable. The dam and canal of the Pine Valley Carpet Co., are ruined, and also the stone bridge across the road near that point. Daniel Putnam's dam, near the stream mill gave way. Several small buildings were carried away from just below Gilson's ... Read MORE...
The Farmers' Cabinet - Amherst, New Hampshire - October 7, 1869
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Flood - 1869
MILFORD.
We learn from Milford that the damage there is great. The double arch granite bridge over the Souhegan at the village was affected. Both foot bridges were carried away, and the County Bridge, as it is termed, near East Wilton line, made impassable. The dam and canal of the Pine Valley Carpet Co., are ruined, and also the stone bridge across the road near that point. Daniel Putnam's dam, near the stream mill gave way. Several small buildings were carried away from just below Gilson's ... Read MORE...
The Farmers' Cabinet - Amherst, New Hampshire - October 7, 1869
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America - Did you know?
During Alaska's statehood celebration, Fairbanks attempted to turn the Chena River into gold, as a symbol of this source of wealth. However, through some chemical mistake, the river turned a lovely green.
Quebec - Did you know?
Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha! in Quebec, Canada, is the only town in the world with two exclamation points in its name.
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