DAVIDSON, Arthur (1880-1903)

DAVIDSON

Posted By: Elaine Harrington (email)
Date: 5/20/2006 at 22:45:57

Mills County Tribune
July 9, 1903

Word was received here Monday that Arthur Davidson, who went to Wilder in the south part of Minnesota several weeks ago, had a hand blown off by a cannon cracker on the 4th. He is about 23 years old and is the son of A. J. Davison, residing southwest of Glenwood. Mrs. Davidson, his mother, went up to Wilder the same day. In a letter received yesterday by Mr. Davidson from his wife she states that the boy was also hurt internally and that there is little hope for his recovery. It seems that the accident was the result of a cannon exploding and not that of a cannon fire cracker.

Later - Since putting down the above in type a telegram was received last night announcing the boy's death, and that the body would arrive at the Junction on No. 4 today. The funeral will take place from the home tomorrow (Friday) afternoon at 3 o'clock. Elder Chambers of the Latter Day Saints will conduct the service.

Tabor Beacon
July 17, 1903

Davidson, Arthur, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Davidson, who formerly lived south of Tabor, died last Wednesday from the effects of injuries received 4 July the explosion of a cannon at Wilder, MN. Mr. Davidson's parents now live southwest of Glenwood. He went to MN several weeks ago to live. On 4 July he was assisting in shooting off a homemade cannon, when an explosion occurred, blowing off one hand and injuring him internally. The body was brought to Glenwood for burial, the funeral being held Friday afternoon, conducted by Elder Chambers of the LDS Church. The deceased was well known in and near Tabor.