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Salem Witch Trials
Hundreds of people were accused of witchcraft and put on trial. Many residents were killed. Even two dogs were killed. -
British South Africa
Newspapers reported that German South West Africa were going to attack. Thousands of people thought stars and planets in the sky were enemy planes. -
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Mad Gasser of Mattoon
Imaginary gas attacks. Over two dozen separate calls involving at least 29 victims. -
First Flying Saucer Wave
First "flying saucer" sighting, appeared in over 150 newspapers. -
End of the World
The world was supposed to end according to the Mayan calendar. Many Americans believed this and prepared for the "apocalypse."