Johnson, Son of John W. (1910-1912)

JOHNSON

Posted By: Linda Ziemann, volunteer (email)
Date: 12/7/2017 at 14:22:02

LeMars Semi-Weekly Sentinel
Friday, May 17, 1912

CHILD KILLED BY COLT
Accident Happened at Johnson Farm in Preston Township

The two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Johnson, of Preston township, was kicked by a colt and instantly killed yesterday afternoon.

The boy was playing with the colt, which suddenly lashed out at him striking him on the head, fracturing his skull. The little fellow was two years and four months old. His death is a terrible blow to his parents and the mother is prostrated with grief.
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The Alton Democrat, May 25, 1912
News From All Sources
A colt kicked and instantly killed the two-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Johnson, who resides near LeMars.
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