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This Sweet Disaster: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919
On a crisp January day in 1919, the calm streets of Boston's North End were abruptly violated by an unexpected and devastating catastrophe. A massive tank holding millions of gallons of molasses, a popular treat at the time, suddenly ruptured, sending a thick wave of brown liquid through the streets like a river. Buildings were destroyed, cars were
Infinite Fear in Brief Pages: Unveiling Short Horror Stories
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