Priceville, AL Rusty Musket Explosion, Nov 1901
HIS GUN EXPLODED.
Sam Yarger Killed and His Son Seriously Injured.
New Decatur, Nov. 15.---(Special.)---While out rabbit hunting today near his plantation at Priceville, Sam Yarger was shot dead and his 9 year old son was seriously wounded by the accidental explosion of a rusty musket in the hands of the former. Yarger is a well known farmer. His wife is prostrated with grief.
The Montgomery Advertiser, Montgomery, AL 16 Nov 1901
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