Welcome to our blog, where we embark on a captivating journey through time, exploring the rich tapestry of history and genealogy.
In this edition, we'll delve into the treasure trove of historical news articles dated October 9, 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 9 historical headlines that may hold the missing pieces of your family's history puzzle.
1936 - October 9 - The Hoover Dam Produces Electricity
The Hoover Dam took almost five years to build. It stands 726 feet tall and is 660 feet thick at its base. Many dams are built to control flooding, but the Hoover Dam is hydroelectric.
The Hoover Dam uses the water in the Colorado River to produce electricity. On October 9, 1936, this huge project began to generate electricity for people in Nevada, Arizona, and California.
During the Great Depression, many Americans did not have jobs. The construction of the dam created work for... Read MORE...
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October 9, 1936
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Washington, DC, USA
The Washington Monument, an iconic obelisk honoring George Washington, opened to the public on October 9, 1888, in Washington, D.C. Construction of the monument began in 1848 but was halted for several years due to a lack of funds and the Civil War. The structure stands at 555 feet tall and was the tallest building in the world at the time of its completion, a title it held until the Eiffel Tower was completed in 1889.
The monument's opening was a grand event, drawing thousands of visitors ... Read MORE...
October 9, 1888
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1888 - October 9 – The Washington Monument officially opens to the general public in Washington, D.C.
The Washington Monument, an iconic obelisk honoring George Washington, opened to the public on October 9, 1888, in Washington, D.C. Construction of the monument began in 1848 but was halted for several years due to a lack of funds and the Civil War. The structure stands at 555 feet tall and was the tallest building in the world at the time of its completion, a title it held until the Eiffel Tower was completed in 1889.
The monument's opening was a grand event, drawing thousands of visitors ... Read MORE...
October 9, 1888
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1863 - President Lincoln proclaims a national Thanksgiving day to be celebrated the final Thursday in November in the United States. (October 3)
A NATIONAL THANKSGIVING
By the President of the United States,
A PROCLAMATION.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3. The year that is drawing toward its close has been filled with the blessings of fruitful fields and healthful skies. To these bounties, which are so constantly enjoyed that we are prone to forget the source from which they come, others have been added, which are of so extraordinary a nature that they cannot fail to penetrate and soften even the heart which is habitually insensible to the ever ... Read MORE...
The Liberator - Boston, Massachusetts - October 9, 1863
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1919 - BOMB TEARS GREAT HOLE IN ROOF OF McKEESPORT MILL - Workmen Flee When Explosion Hurls Debris in All Directions - Attempt to Wreck Plant of American Sheet and Tinplate Company Fails
PITTSBURGH, Pa., Oct. 8. - An attempt was made to wreck the plant of American Sheet and Tinplate Company, at McKeesport, early today, when a missile, believed to have been a bomb was thrown on the shipping department building. It exploded, tearing a large hole in the roof of the structure. No one was injured.
The police believe the explosion was caused by a time bomb placed upon the roof of the building.
Workmen on the night shift at their posts directly under where the missile exploded... Read MORE...
The Philadelphia Inquirer - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - October 9, 1919
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1800s Cooking Tips and Recipes
Ginger Drops - One half cup of butter, one cup of molasses, one cup of sugar, one cup of cold water, one heaping teaspoonful of soda, ginger and salt to taste. Drop in tins and bake in quick oven.
1892 advertisement
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Bangor, Maine
June 24, 1892
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Concord, N. H., Thursday, Oct. 7 - 8 P. M.
A terrible accident occurred to-day, on the Montreal Railroad, near the Weirs steamboat landing, by which six persons were killed and from twelve to sixteen dangerously injured. An extra train was coming from the steamboat Dover, at Meredith Village, with a large number of passengers on their way to the State Fair at Meredith Bridge. Soon after it started, a car coupling broke while on a pile bridge near the Weirs, and before the accident could be... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - October 9, 1852
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1852 - DREADFUL RAILROAD ACCIDENT - SIX LIVES LOST AND TWELVE TO SIXTEEN DANGEROUSLY INJURED.
Concord, N. H., Thursday, Oct. 7 - 8 P. M.
A terrible accident occurred to-day, on the Montreal Railroad, near the Weirs steamboat landing, by which six persons were killed and from twelve to sixteen dangerously injured. An extra train was coming from the steamboat Dover, at Meredith Village, with a large number of passengers on their way to the State Fair at Meredith Bridge. Soon after it started, a car coupling broke while on a pile bridge near the Weirs, and before the accident could be... Read MORE...
The New York Times - New York, New York - October 9, 1852
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Richford, Vermont, USA
THEY WERE PASSING THE PLACE - OTHERS DEAD WERE WORKMEN - FIRE THAT FOLLOWS SPREADS, AND A NUMBER OF FREIGHT CARS ARE DESTROYED - SHOCK ROCKS ENTIRE VILLAGE - TRAINS ON THE CANADIAN PACIFIC ROAD ARE BLOCKED BY THE DISASTER.
Richford, Vt., Oct. 8. - An explosion of dust and gases in a large grain elevator jointly owned by the Canadian Pacific and the Boston and Maine railroads in this village caused the death of at least thirteen persons. It is possible that the death roll may be increased... Read MORE...
Orange County Times-Press - Middletown, New York - October 9, 1908
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1908 - GRAIN DUST ACTS LIKE GUNPOWDER. EXPLOSION IN AN ELEVATOR KILLS THIRTEEN. TWO WOMEN ARE VICTIMS.
THEY WERE PASSING THE PLACE - OTHERS DEAD WERE WORKMEN - FIRE THAT FOLLOWS SPREADS, AND A NUMBER OF FREIGHT CARS ARE DESTROYED - SHOCK ROCKS ENTIRE VILLAGE - TRAINS ON THE CANADIAN PACIFIC ROAD ARE BLOCKED BY THE DISASTER.
Richford, Vt., Oct. 8. - An explosion of dust and gases in a large grain elevator jointly owned by the Canadian Pacific and the Boston and Maine railroads in this village caused the death of at least thirteen persons. It is possible that the death roll may be increased... Read MORE...
Orange County Times-Press - Middletown, New York - October 9, 1908
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1800s Advice and Etiquette for Men
True love has ten thousand griefs, impatiences, and resentments, that render a man unamiable in the eyes of the person whose affection he solicits; besides that, it sinks his figure, gives him fears, apprehensions, and poorness of spirit, and often makes him appear ridiculous where he has a mind to
1903 October 9 - New York City was deluged with 11.17 inches of rain in 24 hours to establish a state record.
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October 9, 1903
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1870 Killed by Grapes
A child in Auburn, Me., died, a few days since, from swallowing the stones and skins of grapes.
St Joseph Herald
Saint Joseph, Michigan
October 9, 1870
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1876 Courtney becomes professional oarsman
Courtney, the famous oarsman of Union Springs, N. Y., has become a professional and has challenged any professional oarsman in the world to a race for $5,000 or $10,000.
The Times
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
October 9, 1876
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October 9, 1903
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1870 Killed by Grapes
A child in Auburn, Me., died, a few days since, from swallowing the stones and skins of grapes.
St Joseph Herald
Saint Joseph, Michigan
October 9, 1870
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1876 Courtney becomes professional oarsman
Courtney, the famous oarsman of Union Springs, N. Y., has become a professional and has challenged any professional oarsman in the world to a race for $5,000 or $10,000.
The Times
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
October 9, 1876
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1884 Strange Fire
Mrs. Barbara Becht, of Louisville, arose from her bed to hunt for a cat. Her clothes took fire from a candle, and she was burned to death.
The Belleville Telescope
Belleville, Kansas
October 9, 1884
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1884 Joseph Bunker, chief of the Cincinnati fire department, died from injuries received last Saturday by a collision between his wagon and a fire-engine.
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Belleville, Kansas
October 9, 1884
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1884 Tried to Repel Burglars
Francis Kernochan, a manufacturer of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, arose in the night to repel burglars, but stumbled on the stairway and shot himself fatally.
The Belleville Telescope
Belleville, Kansas
October 9, 1884
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Mrs. Barbara Becht, of Louisville, arose from her bed to hunt for a cat. Her clothes took fire from a candle, and she was burned to death.
The Belleville Telescope
Belleville, Kansas
October 9, 1884
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1884 Joseph Bunker, chief of the Cincinnati fire department, died from injuries received last Saturday by a collision between his wagon and a fire-engine.
The Belleville Telescope
Belleville, Kansas
October 9, 1884
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1884 Tried to Repel Burglars
Francis Kernochan, a manufacturer of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, arose in the night to repel burglars, but stumbled on the stairway and shot himself fatally.
The Belleville Telescope
Belleville, Kansas
October 9, 1884
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America - Did you know?
Boulder City, Nevada, is one of the few places left in the state where gambling is illegal. The government did not want workers on the Hoover Dam to gamble their money away.
Quebec - Did you know?
Pâté chinois is a variation of an english dish called Sheperds's Pie and a french dish called Hachis parmentier. Back in the days, the dish was made from pork loin = échine de porc, which as the cheapest part of the animal, and was called «Pâté...Read MORE...
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