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In this edition, we'll delve into the treasure trove of historical news articles dated September 10, 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 September 10 historical headlines that may hold the missing pieces of your family's history puzzle.
Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA
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Las Cruces, Sept. 10. - One soldier was killed and three persons were hurt in a head-on collision 20 miles west of Las Cruces today.
Pfc. MEYER COHEN was killed instantly.
MRS. COHEN, wife of the soldier, is in a Las Cruces hospital. Doctors have not determined the extent of her injuries.
MR. and MRS. BUD TUCKER of Newport, Ky., were injured slightly.
Private and MRS. COHEN were driving west and MR. and MRS. TUCKER were going east at the time of the... Read MORE...
El Paso Herald-Post - El Paso, Texas - September 10, 1945
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1945 - ONE KILLED, THREE HURT IN CRASH.
Special to Herald-Post.
Las Cruces, Sept. 10. - One soldier was killed and three persons were hurt in a head-on collision 20 miles west of Las Cruces today.
Pfc. MEYER COHEN was killed instantly.
MRS. COHEN, wife of the soldier, is in a Las Cruces hospital. Doctors have not determined the extent of her injuries.
MR. and MRS. BUD TUCKER of Newport, Ky., were injured slightly.
Private and MRS. COHEN were driving west and MR. and MRS. TUCKER were going east at the time of the... Read MORE...
El Paso Herald-Post - El Paso, Texas - September 10, 1945
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Hollywood, Florida, USA
Hollywood (UPI) - A truckload of dynamite blew up at a rockpit Thursday, apparently killing three men. Two bodies were found and the man handling the dynamite was missing without a trace.
A spokesman for Broward County Sheriff Ed Stack said the cause of the blast had not been determined, but that it appeared a dynamite charge being either placed or removed by a blaster's assistant identified as McKINLEY JONES went off accidentally, setting off an estimated ton of dynamite on a nearby pickup... Read MORE...
Panama City News-Herald - Panama City, Florida - September 10, 1971
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1971 - DYNAMITE BLASTS KILLS WORKMEN.
Hollywood (UPI) - A truckload of dynamite blew up at a rockpit Thursday, apparently killing three men. Two bodies were found and the man handling the dynamite was missing without a trace.
A spokesman for Broward County Sheriff Ed Stack said the cause of the blast had not been determined, but that it appeared a dynamite charge being either placed or removed by a blaster's assistant identified as McKINLEY JONES went off accidentally, setting off an estimated ton of dynamite on a nearby pickup... Read MORE...
Panama City News-Herald - Panama City, Florida - September 10, 1971
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1800s Cooking Tips and Recipes
Ratfia Cakes
Take eight ounces of Apricock-Kernels, or if they cannot be had, Bitter-Almonds will do as well, blanch them, and beat them very fine with a little Orange-Flower-Water, mix them with the Whites of three Eggs well beaten, and put to...Read MORE...
Kettilby, 1719
1919 September 10 - A hurricane struck the Florida Keys drowning more than 500 persons.
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September 10, 1919
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1887 The Lincoln township school board, at a meeting held a few days ago, decided to engage Mr. J. T. Patterson, of Hopkinton, Iowa, a brother-in-law to J. E. Bort, to teach the school heretofore taught by Mr. Hoover.
Mr. Patterson is expected here tomorrow morning. His school will open Sept. 19.
St Joseph Herald
Saint Joseph, Michigan
September 10, 1887
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1870 In 1849 Lawrence, Mass. had only 100 inhabitants. This year the census says 28,829. Lowell has about 42,000.
St Joseph Herald
Saint Joseph, Michigan
September 10, 1870
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September 10, 1919
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1887 The Lincoln township school board, at a meeting held a few days ago, decided to engage Mr. J. T. Patterson, of Hopkinton, Iowa, a brother-in-law to J. E. Bort, to teach the school heretofore taught by Mr. Hoover.
Mr. Patterson is expected here tomorrow morning. His school will open Sept. 19.
St Joseph Herald
Saint Joseph, Michigan
September 10, 1887
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1870 In 1849 Lawrence, Mass. had only 100 inhabitants. This year the census says 28,829. Lowell has about 42,000.
St Joseph Herald
Saint Joseph, Michigan
September 10, 1870
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1852 FIRE.
The House and Barn owned by Lorin Shaw in the south part of Hardwick, was totally destroyed by fire on Saturday, Aug. 28th. The House was occupied by two families, both of which lost nearly all their furniture, clothing, &c., and about 4 tons of hay in the Barn. Mr. Shaws loss is about $1400, partly insured. The fire originated in the upper part of the House, cause unknown.
Barre Gazette
Barre, Massachusetts
September 10, 1852
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The House and Barn owned by Lorin Shaw in the south part of Hardwick, was totally destroyed by fire on Saturday, Aug. 28th. The House was occupied by two families, both of which lost nearly all their furniture, clothing, &c., and about 4 tons of hay in the Barn. Mr. Shaws loss is about $1400, partly insured. The fire originated in the upper part of the House, cause unknown.
Barre Gazette
Barre, Massachusetts
September 10, 1852
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America - Did you know?
You don’t need to travel out of the country to see one of Egypt’s ancient ruins. A 3,000-year-old obelisk named Cleopatra’s Needle is located in New York’s Central Park. It stands about 66 feet tall, weighs somewhere near 220 tons. It was given as a ...Read MORE...legendsofamerica.com
Quebec - Did you know?
In Canada, there is a belief that on Christmas Eve, the dead rise up from their graves and kneel at the foot of the cemetery cross where they are awaited by the previous parish priest wearing a white surplice and golden stole. The priest says the...Read MORE...www.museevirtuel-virtualmuseum.ca
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