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Crash at Crush: A Peculiar Spectacle
This chapter recounts the bizarre event known as Crash at Crush, where a temporary town in Texas was created to stage a train collision in 1896. It explores the preparations, the tragic outcome of the crash, and the cultural impact that followed, including inspiring a musical composition by Scott Joplin. The narrative highlights the risks taken by railroad companies and the chaotic aftermath faced by spectators and organizers alike.
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