William Scott (ca. 1867-1888)

SCOTT

Posted By: Dorian Myhre (email)
Date: 2/25/2011 at 17:20:12

From Story County Watchman June 15, 1888

SHOT.--On Sunday night about ten o'clock Wm. Scott, son of J. H. Scott, of Roland, accidentally shot himself with a revolver through the right lung. He was on his way from home to the place where he was engaged in work and when almost there by some means a revolver which he was carrying went off with the above result. He was not missed until the next morning and was not found until the next noon. Dr. Smith of this palce was called and did all that could be done to relieve him. His situation is extremely critical though all hope for the best. He was taken to his home in Roland.

From Story County Watchman June 22, 1888

DIED.--Last week we noticed the accidental shooting of Wm. Scott of Howard township. He died from the injury Wednesday and will be buried today. He was a good boy and one of the main stays of his parents, and his loss will be a severe one to them. Many friends will grieve over his untimely taking off.