In 1868, a catastrophic explosion occurred in a fireworks store in Brooklyn, leading to significant destruction and a feared loss of multiple lives. The fire engines quickly responded to the scene. In a different context in 1876, the Eagle reported on a general celebration ordered by General Sherman for the Centennial Fourth of July. In 1900, the article noted the dominance of automobiles in Newport, which became a fashionable trend despite safety concerns. Later, in 1913, the capture of an eleven-foot shark off Long Beach highlighted dangers in local waters due to this predator's presence.
A terrible explosion of fireworks in the store of Lincoln & Company occurred, blowing out the front of the building and causing fear of loss of life.
Orders for a general celebration of the Centennial Fourth of July by the United States Army have been signed by General Sherman.
The auto has possession of Newport's streets; despite complaints, it is fashionable, with young women preferring horseless carriages over pastimes.
An eleven-foot shark was captured in Long Beach after a battle, but since its mate was already killed, it made bathing dangerous.
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