McILWAIN, Albert 1885-1907

MCILWAIN

Posted By: Diane M Scott (email)
Date: 10/31/2013 at 18:16:03

Albert “Burt” McIlwain – October 18, 1885 – January 9, 1907

D. S. McIlwain received a message yesterday from Harvey stating that his brother Burt had accidentally shot and killed himself. While slaughtering hogs he struck at one with the butt of a rifle, the weapon was discharged and the ball entered his body, causing death within 30 minutes.

The unfortunate victim was 22 years of age and was quite well known in Hankinson having visited here during the holidays just past. Hankinson friends extend deepest sympathy to the bereaved family.

D. S. McIlwain left immediately on receipt of new of the tragedy.

January 10, 1907
Harvey, Marion, Iowa
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Iowa Birth and Christenings Records:Name: McIlwain
Birth Date: 18 Oct 1885
Birth Place: Iowa
Father's Name: Sam'L Ilwain
FHL Film Number: 1502984
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Iowa Cemetery Records:
Name: Albert McIlwain
Death Date: 9 Jan 1907
Burial Location: Mitchell
Cemetery: Osage
General Burial Info: d. Fessenden, N. D.
Source: Mitchell County, Iowa Grave Records