Allegan County MI Archives Obituaries.....Calkins/Corkins, Chester July 16, 1885
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 Wayland Globe Jul. 16, 1885
A SAD ACCIDENT: Tuesday afternoon while unloading hay at his barn Mr. Chester 
Corkins was very seriously injured. He was driving the team on the hay fork 
when the double - tree broke and hit him in the abdomen. Dr. Ryno was called 
and attended him, but he did not improve any, although everything possible was 
done to relieve his suffering. He died this Morning at 3 o' clock. Mr. Calkins 
was 54 years of age, was well known to all in this section as he had been a 
resident here for a good many years. He was an accommodating and courteous 
gentleman although he had many peculier ways and will be missed by his many 
friends. He leaves a large family. The funeral will be at the Christian Church 
conducted by Elder M. B. Rawson tomorrow afternoon at 2:00; Family will a meet 
at the house at 1 o' clock.

Additional Comments:
Chester is buried in Elmwood Cemetery.

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