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The Lingering Chill: Stories of Sickness
Have you ever felt the weight of history in the air, whispering tales of resilience through the echoes of the past? Our latest episode transports you to the late 19th century, where we unpack the emotional saga of Zimri Jackson Blackburn from War Eagle Mills, whose battle with pleural pneumonia tel...
Echoes of Misfortune: Tragedy Among Friends and Fate
At the turn of the century, obituaries were more than mere announcements of death; they were richly woven narratives that captured the essence of a life. Each one holds a story, penned with the flourish and depth of the era, inviting us to explore the legacies and personal tales that shaped the fabr...
Whispers of the White Plague: Tales of Consumption
A glimpse into the heartache caused by tuberculosis, through the lens of two obituaries.
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