Renwick Times in Renwick, Iowa

Chilly Death panic and a tale of wartime remedy

A fragmented account describes fear over a “Chilly Death” scare, detailing a village crisis and a controversial remedy involving tar suppressants and lime. It notes villagers flocking to protect water supplies as English forces respond and locals debate the danger and remedies. The piece references a 1200 convention and widespread mortality estimates, with a concluding claim about fevered reactions and public health panic.