Sheridan, Pennsylvania — About 12 January 1876
Gliding light and human figure
A man who was riding home on horseback at night had trouble controlling his terrified horse when they were faced with a bright light on the bank of a creek. Very bright at first, the light decreased in intensity, appearing to recede in the process. Urging the animal to move forward, the witness saw the light again in a field, borne by what appeared to be a human figure clothed in white that glided along the ground. When it came within 100 yards the horse dashed forward, almost unseating the witness.
Source: Reading Eagle (Pennsylvania), quoted in the St. Louis Democrat (Missouri), 17 January 1876. 490. Case: W442