A Midwife's Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785-1812

What is the epidemic occurred in the summer of 1787 as noted in the biography, A Midwife’s Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785-1812?

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Answered by Jill W on 12 Nov 15:56

In the summer of 1787, there was a scarlet fever epidemic.

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A Midwife’s Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785-1812