George Lorimer 1861-1930

LORIMER

Posted By: Merllene Andre Bendixen (email)
Date: 10/30/2010 at 01:36:28

George Lorimer Killed By Auto at Estherville

George Lorimer, 71, pioneer resident of Emmet county, was killed at Estherville Monday [November 17, 1930] evening when he was struck by an automobile driven by Leo Sanders, district manager for the Hutchinson Ice Cream company. Mr. Lorimer, an employee of the Estherville Grocery company, was on his way home when he was struck.

He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Mildred.

The Lorimer family have many friends in Emmetsburg who will regret this tragic death. (Palo Alto Tribune, Emmetsburg, IA, November 19, 1930)

George Lorimer Struck by Auto and Killed
(From Emmetsburg Democrat)
Our many citizens who knew George Lorimer of Jack Creek township during pioneer days, when he was a frequent visitor to Emmetsburg, will regret very much to learn that he was killed Monday while crossing one of the business streets of Estherville. He was struck by an auto driven by Leo Sanders, district manager of the Hutchinson Ice Cream company, who frequently visits Emmetsburg. Mr. Sanders says he did not see Mr. Lorimer when he struck him. Several who were on the streets rushed to pick up the injured man but he died before a physician could arrive.

Mr. Lorimer came from Scotland to Emmetsburg in 1882, which was 48 years ago. Later he settled in Jack Creek township. He was thrifty and became prosperous. He was an excellent farmer and a high class gentleman. He often came to this city to celebrate with his native countrymen of Scotland the Robert Burns anniversary. He was 71 year of age. He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Mildred.

After moving to Estherville, Mr. Lorimer became an employee of the Estherville Grocery company. It is sad to think that at the close of his long and highly creditable career, he lost his life under the unfortunate circumstances mentioned. His many friends in this county offer sincere sympathy to Mrs. Lorimer and Miss Lorimer in their bereavement. (Graettinger Times, Graettinger, IA, November 20, 1930)