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The losses, however, are as nothing compared to the frightful sacrifices of precious human lives. During Sunday Johnstown has been drenched with the tears of stricken mortals, and the air is filled with sobs that come from breaking hearts. There are scenes enacted here every hour and every minute that affect all beholders profoundly. When brave men die in battle, for country or for principle, their loss can be reconciled to the stern destinies of life. When homes are torn asunder in an instant, and the loved ones hurled from the arms of loving and devoted mothers, there is an element of sadness connected with the tragedy that touches every heart.

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The Johnstown Horror!!
Or
Valley of Death
By James Herbert Walker
Published in 1899
Available as a free download from gutenberg.org

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Wednesday 12 August 2020

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Century:19th, Death, Disaster, Place:America

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