#Old records shed new light on smallpox outbreaks in 1700s
“#Old records shed new light on smallpox outbreaks in 1700s” BOSTON — A highly contagious disease originating far from America’s shores triggers deadly outbreaks that spread rapidly, infecting the masses. Shots are available, but a divided public agonizes over getting jabbed. Sound familiar? Newly digitized records — including a minister’s diary scanned and posted online…