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Domestic News
April 14, 1827
New Hampshire Statesman And Concord Register
Concord, Merrimack County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
A girl in Holliston, Mass., accidentally had her arm torn off by factory machinery and bravely underwent amputation. Citizens and factory workers raised $300 subscription for her education, to be managed by a gentleman until she turns 21.
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The Salem Register gives an account of a girl in Holliston, Mass. who accidentally had her arm torn in pieces by the machinery of a factory; and with great fortitude submitted to its amputation. The citizens and the people employed in the neighboring factories, immediately filled a subscription of $300 and placed it in the hands of a worthy gentleman, to be used at his discretion to assist her education, and the balance to be paid her when she shall arrive at the age of twenty-one. This noble act of generosity and sympathy is worthy of all praise, and will be a memorable example in all similar cases.
What sub-type of article is it?
Accident
Charity Or Relief
What keywords are associated?
Holliston Accident
Factory Machinery Injury
Arm Amputation
Charity Subscription
Education Fund
Where did it happen?
Holliston, Mass.
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Holliston, Mass.
Outcome
arm torn in pieces by factory machinery; amputation performed; $300 subscription raised for education.
Event Details
A girl accidentally had her arm torn in pieces by factory machinery and submitted to amputation with great fortitude. Citizens and neighboring factory workers subscribed $300, placed in hands of a worthy gentleman for her education and balance at age 21.