Jester, John c1892 - 1913

JESTER

Posted By: Joy Moore (email)
Date: 5/19/2024 at 21:00:47

Source: Cresco Plain Dealer Dec. 26, 1913, P-7, C-4

John Jester, aged 21, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gottlieb Jester, residing in Washington township, died from injuries received. While he and a comrade were racing horses the animal Jester was riding bolted and threw him against a fence post. His spine was injured and he suffered other hurts. He never recovered full consciousness.