This Day in History: 1895-04-27
The collapse of a rotten beam in the cow barn at the Havermeyer Farm left two cows suspended by their strap collars and seven others fallen into the cellar. All were rescued because of the quick action of Mr. Estabrook who knocked away a post with an axe and succeeded in hoisting the cows to safety. Miraculously, none of the cows were injured. (Bristow)