Robert Main

MAIN, LEONARD, PARTINGTON

Posted By: Beverly Gerdts (email)
Date: 1/15/2024 at 06:21:53

Columbus Gazette, Columbus Junction, Iowa
Thursday, September 13, 1923
Page 5

Wapello, Ia., Sept. 10 - A chicken bone which became lodged in his throat is believed to have been the cause of hemorrhages brought about the death of Robert Main, 35, at his home here Sunday morning. A Bone became lodged in Mr. Main's throat while he was eating chicken about three weeks ago, Although he suffered some discomfort Mr. Main had continued at his work until three days ago when the hemorrhages began. Mr. Main spent most of his life in this city. He is survived by his widow, his parents,Mr. and Mrs. James Main, of this city, three sisters and four brothers. The latter are: Mrs. J. F. Leonard, of Waukee, Ill., Will of Moline, Ill., Stanley, Andrew, Earl and Dorothy all of Wapello and Mrs. Ruby Partington of near Wapello.