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Annie Edson Taylor... Niagara Falls...



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October 25, 1901

WELLSVILLE DAILY REPORTER, New York, October 25, 1901 
 
* Annie Edson Taylor goes over Niagara Falls (Horseshoe) 
* 1st ever person to do so in a barrel and survive 

The front page has one column headlines: "WENT OVER THE FALLS", "Mrs. Taylor Made the Trip In a Barrel and Lived", "Ordeal Lasted Half An Hour" and more. See photos for interesting 1st report coverage on Annie Edson Taylor becoming the 1st ever person to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel and survive.

  Other news, sports, and various advertisements of the day throughout. Light browning, otherwise good condition. Should be handled with care.

Category: The 20th Century