First hand reports of events in history allow present day readers into the day’s in which people were living. Communication is important. Writers of newspapers are dedicated to publishing events past and present for all citizens to be informed. In the year 1893 two major public health events occurred, the small pox outbreak in Indiana and the testing of a cholera vaccine in India. Thanks to newspaper articles and the internet, the people of 1893 and the people of 2015 can read about everyday life during these landmark events.
Mostly controlled since the outbreak in 1876, in Muncie, Indiana, located outside of Indianapolis a smallpox outbreak began again. (Low vaccination) Vaccination rates were low amongst the town’s citizens compared to the …show more content…
(The Freeman) During April of 1893, readers were discovering the importance of preparing for the World Fair coming to Chicago. The article stated the fair was set to open in May! Clean drinking water was supplied as well as “tollats” and seating. (The Freeman) Medical and emergency care was also available at no charge. (The Freeman) In the same exact months the outbreak of smallpox was occurring in Indiana, citizens from around the world were encouraged to come out and enjoy the fair. Think of an individual living in Muncie, Indiana in 1893, who was excited to be traveling to the World Fair in Chicago. In April, he reads the article in the paper about preparing for the big day ahead! Before he leaves, he visits friends and family to say goodbye before his short trip. During this time, he is infected with the smallpox virus. Think for a moment about the impact might have made on American society had the outbreak spread to the fair. One individual traveling from the smallpox outbreak could have infected thousands upon thousands; it possibly could have had a global impact. Thankfully, the fair’s free amenities influenced the cleanliness of the fair and may have helped contribute to controlling any potential outbreak in addition to vaccination measures of the others present. However without the precautions there could have been a much sadder article about the fair months later …show more content…
He had plans to test his new vaccine for cholera. (Cholera) He was using a new test method, which involved having a control group and an experimental group. (Cholera) This method was so useful it is still used today. During his testing over 40,000 people were vaccinated against cholera and the effects were found to be beneficial. (Cholera) In The State newspaper readers of Columbia, South Carolina learn about Cholera from home. In the article, India blames pilgrimages to Mecca for the cholera outbreak in India. Officials claim numerous Indians pilgrim out and a greatly reduced number return home, and even more bring the illness back and die at home, exposing more Indians. (The State1) While Americans learn Aribia may be to blame for the cholera outbreak in India, a man is traveling there to resolve the issue. This testing lead to an effective vaccine protecting people even to today.
Earlier in 1893 The State readers can read a recap of an exhibit held by Nikola Tesla. The exhibit was on the topic of alternating current. Tesla took 200,000 volts of electricity through himself during the show. He showed off different tricks playing around with electricity current. Tesla said he believed New York and Philadelphia would be able to run off the power harnessed by Niagara Falls in the future. (The State) People of the day could go to fun exhibits to learn about
Mostly controlled since the outbreak in 1876, in Muncie, Indiana, located outside of Indianapolis a smallpox outbreak began again. (Low vaccination) Vaccination rates were low amongst the town’s citizens compared to the …show more content…
(The Freeman) During April of 1893, readers were discovering the importance of preparing for the World Fair coming to Chicago. The article stated the fair was set to open in May! Clean drinking water was supplied as well as “tollats” and seating. (The Freeman) Medical and emergency care was also available at no charge. (The Freeman) In the same exact months the outbreak of smallpox was occurring in Indiana, citizens from around the world were encouraged to come out and enjoy the fair. Think of an individual living in Muncie, Indiana in 1893, who was excited to be traveling to the World Fair in Chicago. In April, he reads the article in the paper about preparing for the big day ahead! Before he leaves, he visits friends and family to say goodbye before his short trip. During this time, he is infected with the smallpox virus. Think for a moment about the impact might have made on American society had the outbreak spread to the fair. One individual traveling from the smallpox outbreak could have infected thousands upon thousands; it possibly could have had a global impact. Thankfully, the fair’s free amenities influenced the cleanliness of the fair and may have helped contribute to controlling any potential outbreak in addition to vaccination measures of the others present. However without the precautions there could have been a much sadder article about the fair months later …show more content…
He had plans to test his new vaccine for cholera. (Cholera) He was using a new test method, which involved having a control group and an experimental group. (Cholera) This method was so useful it is still used today. During his testing over 40,000 people were vaccinated against cholera and the effects were found to be beneficial. (Cholera) In The State newspaper readers of Columbia, South Carolina learn about Cholera from home. In the article, India blames pilgrimages to Mecca for the cholera outbreak in India. Officials claim numerous Indians pilgrim out and a greatly reduced number return home, and even more bring the illness back and die at home, exposing more Indians. (The State1) While Americans learn Aribia may be to blame for the cholera outbreak in India, a man is traveling there to resolve the issue. This testing lead to an effective vaccine protecting people even to today.
Earlier in 1893 The State readers can read a recap of an exhibit held by Nikola Tesla. The exhibit was on the topic of alternating current. Tesla took 200,000 volts of electricity through himself during the show. He showed off different tricks playing around with electricity current. Tesla said he believed New York and Philadelphia would be able to run off the power harnessed by Niagara Falls in the future. (The State) People of the day could go to fun exhibits to learn about