William Edward Buttrick

BUTTRICK

Posted By: Cyndi Vertrees
Date: 10/29/2011 at 14:16:52

William Edward Buttrick

BACK BROKEN IN TRAIN COLLISION

Edward Buttrick Succumbs After Long Confinement

Edward Buttrick, formerly a resident of Lake City, died in a Sioux City hospital last week, after an almost uninterrupted confinement which began following a collision of trains at Charter Oak more than two years ago, in which he suffered a broken back. At that time Mr. Buttrick was a fireman for the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul railroad.

Only twice during the two years did Buttrick, leave the hospital. On both occasions he obtained release from the hospital to seek medical aid. He made a trip to Chicago and another to Rochester, Minn., where he procured the services of specialists. They gave him little encouragement, however, and he returned to Sioux City.

When the crash of trains occurred Buttrick was in the cab of one of the engines. The rear of the compartment struck him in the back, breaking the backbone and paralyzing his legs. The wreck occurred June 12, 1919.

Funeral services were held from the Samuel Bros. chapel in Sioux City Friday morning at 10 o'clock and burial was made in Graceland Park cemetery.

Mr. Buttrick leaves three children: Henry of Sioux City and Lillian and Gertrude of this city.

THE GRAPHIC, Lake City, Calhoun County, IA, Sept. 15, 1921