Springfield Mine Scene Tragic Death
The Springfield mine was the scene of an unfortunate accident Monday, May 24, 1936, in which Murphy Alexander, 22, lost his life. The young man was a helper in the mine and at the time of the accident was waiting for the return of Charles McMillan, the timberman, who had gone to the surface for timber. The tunnel had a few hours before been considered safe. It had temporary bracing while permanent timbers were being installed. A block of sand weighing about a ton fell from the roof of the tunnel while Alexander was waiting for McMillan. Had he been one foot either way, it would have missed him. The sand struck him on the head breaking his neck, and when McMillan returned he found his helper in death.
Deceased was born near Columbia, and his death has caused much regret as he had many friends among the younger set and the older people. He was a fine young man and was ambitious to get ahead. He had been working at the mine since the 13th of April this year. Two weeks ago Superintendent Cademartori wanted to place him in other employment at the mine, but he chose to stay on the job that ultimately meant his death.
His funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Tersich & Bigelow Funeral Home where services were held. Interment was in Mt. Shadow Cemetery.
A sister, Mrs. Ruth Kress, of Columbia, and five brothers, Gordon of Sonora, Paul of Placerville, Jobe of Carson Hill and David and Robert Alexander, have the sympathy of all in the loss of their brother.
The Springfield mine was the scene of an unfortunate accident Monday, May 24, 1936, in which Murphy Alexander, 22, lost his life. The young man was a helper in the mine and at the time of the accident was waiting for the return of Charles McMillan, the timberman, who had gone to the surface for timber. The tunnel had a few hours before been considered safe. It had temporary bracing while permanent timbers were being installed. A block of sand weighing about a ton fell from the roof of the tunnel while Alexander was waiting for McMillan. Had he been one foot either way, it would have missed him. The sand struck him on the head breaking his neck, and when McMillan returned he found his helper in death.
Deceased was born near Columbia, and his death has caused much regret as he had many friends among the younger set and the older people. He was a fine young man and was ambitious to get ahead. He had been working at the mine since the 13th of April this year. Two weeks ago Superintendent Cademartori wanted to place him in other employment at the mine, but he chose to stay on the job that ultimately meant his death.
His funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Tersich & Bigelow Funeral Home where services were held. Interment was in Mt. Shadow Cemetery.
A sister, Mrs. Ruth Kress, of Columbia, and five brothers, Gordon of Sonora, Paul of Placerville, Jobe of Carson Hill and David and Robert Alexander, have the sympathy of all in the loss of their brother.
Springfield Mine Scene Tragic Death
The Springfield mine was the scene of an unfortunate accident Monday, May 24, 1936, in which Murphy Alexander, 22, lost his life. The young man was a helper in the mine and at the time of the accident was waiting for the return of Charles McMillan, the timberman, who had gone to the surface for timber. The tunnel had a few hours before been considered safe. It had temporary bracing while permanent timbers were being installed. A block of sand weighing about a ton fell from the roof of the tunnel while Alexander was waiting for McMillan. Had he been one foot either way, it would have missed him. The sand struck him on the head breaking his neck, and when McMillan returned he found his helper in death.
Deceased was born near Columbia, and his death has caused much regret as he had many friends among the younger set and the older people. He was a fine young man and was ambitious to get ahead. He had been working at the mine since the 13th of April this year. Two weeks ago Superintendent Cademartori wanted to place him in other employment at the mine, but he chose to stay on the job that ultimately meant his death.
His funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Tersich & Bigelow Funeral Home where services were held. Interment was in Mt. Shadow Cemetery.
A sister, Mrs. Ruth Kress, of Columbia, and five brothers, Gordon of Sonora, Paul of Placerville, Jobe of Carson Hill and David and Robert Alexander, have the sympathy of all in the loss of their brother.
The Springfield mine was the scene of an unfortunate accident Monday, May 24, 1936, in which Murphy Alexander, 22, lost his life. The young man was a helper in the mine and at the time of the accident was waiting for the return of Charles McMillan, the timberman, who had gone to the surface for timber. The tunnel had a few hours before been considered safe. It had temporary bracing while permanent timbers were being installed. A block of sand weighing about a ton fell from the roof of the tunnel while Alexander was waiting for McMillan. Had he been one foot either way, it would have missed him. The sand struck him on the head breaking his neck, and when McMillan returned he found his helper in death.
Deceased was born near Columbia, and his death has caused much regret as he had many friends among the younger set and the older people. He was a fine young man and was ambitious to get ahead. He had been working at the mine since the 13th of April this year. Two weeks ago Superintendent Cademartori wanted to place him in other employment at the mine, but he chose to stay on the job that ultimately meant his death.
His funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Tersich & Bigelow Funeral Home where services were held. Interment was in Mt. Shadow Cemetery.
A sister, Mrs. Ruth Kress, of Columbia, and five brothers, Gordon of Sonora, Paul of Placerville, Jobe of Carson Hill and David and Robert Alexander, have the sympathy of all in the loss of their brother.
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