ON THIS DAY IN 1902, the Brooklyn Daily Eagle reported an accident involving President Theodore Roosevelt's coach near Pittsfield. An electric car collided with the coach, resulting in a head injury for Roosevelt and the death of his secret service man, William Craig.
ON THIS DAY IN 1918, the Eagle detailed a record-breaking day at Coney Island, attracting nearly 300,000 visitors. The police noted that Surf Avenue was nearly impassable due to the crowd, and bathhouse owners rejoiced over a day free from oil pollution.
ON THIS DAY IN 1939, the Eagle reported on the Trump Construction Company's ongoing advertising efforts despite a court ruling against them. The company faced fines for previous violations but continued their promotion of Brooklyn housing.
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