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The 1916 Shark Attacks: A Turning Point in Beach Recreation in America
TLDR The series of shark attacks in 1916 on the Jersey Shore and Madawan Creek sparked national attention and led to a surge of interest in shark attacks, ultimately marking the beginning of beach recreation in America.
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In 1916, a series of shark attacks occurred in the Jersey Shore and Madawan Creek, resulting in multiple deaths and marking the beginning of beach recreation in America.
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A series of shark attacks in 1916 on the Jersey Shore and Madawan Creek gained national attention and led to a frenzy of interest in shark attacks, with even President Wilson getting involved.
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A young woman and her family are enjoying a day at the beach when her brother is attacked and killed by a shark.
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There are rumors in town of a man being attacked by a giant fish, possibly a shark, at Beach Haven.
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Multiple shark attacks have occurred in New Jersey, causing concern and disbelief among the community.
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There have been two shark attacks in New Jersey, with the second victim having both legs taken by the shark, and there is speculation about the species of shark responsible for the attacks.
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The scientist believes that only a great white shark could have attacked a human, but there are none in New Jersey, and resorts have taken precautions such as hiring armed guards and erecting wire nets.
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There have been three shark attacks in Matoan, New Jersey, and the narrator suspects that the state has succumbed to shark hysteria, but one of the victims, Stanley, was killed by a shark in front of many witnesses.
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The narrator's brother was bitten by a shark while swimming in Madowan, but survived after being rescued by his brother and friend.
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