Wood, Joseph 1852 – 1898

WOOD

Posted By: Joy Moore (email)
Date: 5/19/2024 at 21:00:45

Source: Decorah Republican July 14, 1898 P 3 C 2

A Fatal Race.
Oelwein, July 6.—Joseph Wood, one of the city firemen, was injured by being run over in a hose race between this city and Independence July 4th, died this morning of his injuries. He was a popular young business man and his injuries and death produced a profound impression in the city.

For a more extensive obituary see: http://iagenweb.org/boards/fayette/obituaries/index.cgi?review=332798

Transcriber’s Note: Find a Grave shows he was born May 6, 1852 and is buried in Oakdale Cemetery in Oelwein.