Jilman, Joseph – Died 1900

JILMAN

Posted By: Joy Moore (email)
Date: 6/21/2020 at 16:23:36

Source: Decorah Republican Nov. 8, 1900 P 1 C 7

Nearly Drowned In Pool,
Elma, Nov. 4.—At 2 o'clock Friday afternoon, as Joseph Jilman was waiting for a southbound freight train to clear the crossing, his horse became frightened by the engine and rearing, lost his balance and fell over backward tipping Mr. Jilman, buggy and all into a pool of muddy water by the roadside, with Mr. Jilman underneath. He was nearly drowned, doctors working several hours to restore him to consciousness, but died Friday night from his injuries.