Saved by his dog

December 22, 1900

Bull Attack

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NEW IPSWICH, Dec. 22. 1900 -Walter S. Thayer of this town was seriously injured by a wild bull, one day this week, and he attributes his escape from death to his dog. This dog has a wide reputation among farmers for his sagacity in catching wild cattle and every autumn, after the cattle have been running at large for a season, Mr. Thayer has many calls to assist in capturing beasts which could otherwise not be taken.

   This week Mr. Thayer was engaged to go to Dublin. Among the animals which he was to secure was a vicious bull. After a chase of twelve miles the party with Mr. Thayer and his dog came up with the bull.

   The animal was at bay and about to rush on one of the men, when Mr. Thayer ran forward to assist the one in danger. Immediately the bull charged upon Mr. Thayer, striking him full in the abdomen. Fortunately the man escaped the horns of the animal, but they caught in his clothing, tearing off considerable portions. A second charge struck Mr. Thayer in the breast knocking him down. Again the horns went on each side of the body but Mr. Thayer was pinned to the ground. The pressure of the animal's head started several ribs, and the bull began pawing and thrashing in a way that threatened to end the man's life.

    All this time the dog had been vainly trying to take part in the struggle, and at length seized a lucky chance and caught the bull by the nose with his teeth. The dog kept hold and while the bull rushed about, trying to free himself, Mr. Thayer was rescued by his friends,

Five years ago - Red Koski House (abandoned)

This photo was taken March 10, 2020 of an abandoned house which was the home of Red Koski. It was located on Turnpike road near the rental storage place. The house has been torn down and replaced with a newly constructed house.

James Roger diary entry

March 10, 1909 (Wednesday)

Drizzly day fresh wind south ice melting of trees and roads running with water.  We put in settees in morning.  Dave, W. Hardy, & Dan spent forenoon card playing.  D went in afternoon to Express Office for parcel from May.  I washed up places in Hall and partly dried floor.  Got pc from Hamish from Worcester.