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Domestic News
September 8, 1824
Harpers Ferry Free Press
Harpers Ferry, Jefferson County, West Virginia
What is this article about?
Report counters erroneous impressions of poor health in the village and Shannondale, asserting they are free from autumnal fevers unlike nearby Battletown, Brucetown, and Winchester; recent deaths from ordinary causes.
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We believe an erroneous impression prevails, abroad, in regard to the health of this place, its neighborhood, and that of Shannondale. The "water-courses," west of the Ridge, may be sickly in some parts, but we can confidently say, not within ten miles of this village. Sickness exists in the vicinity of Battletown, Brucetown, and Winchester; but it has not reached us; and we can assert, without the fear of contradiction, that this village is as free from "autumnal fevers" as any of its size in the United States. The few deaths we have had here, within the last month, were the result of causes which may occur at any time, season, or place. Shannondale is also healthy, and will be found a most agreeable place for valetudinarians as well as for those who already enjoy Heaven's choicest blessing.
What sub-type of article is it?
Disease Or Epidemic
What keywords are associated?
Health Report
Autumnal Fevers
Shannondale
Winchester
Battletown
Brucetown
Where did it happen?
Shannondale
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Shannondale
Event Date
Within The Last Month
Outcome
few deaths from ordinary causes; village and shannondale healthy and free from autumnal fevers
Event Details
Erroneous impressions of poor health in the village and Shannondale are addressed, noting sickness in nearby Battletown, Brucetown, and Winchester but not within ten miles of the village; Shannondale recommended for valetudinarians.