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Lexington, KY Auto Wreck, Dec 1917

Posted August 24th, 2008 by Linda Horton

Auto Damaged in Collision

An automobile driven by George Calvin, of this city, collided with a horse and buggy driven by James Ecton, colored, at the corner of Main and Washington streets Sunday. The machine was considerably damaged by the impact. The windshield was broken and glass was scattered over Mr. Calvin, who suffered several slight cuts on the face. The other The other occupants of the car, his wife and three children, were injured. The shafts of the buggy were broken and the vehicle otherwise damaged. The horse was knocked down but was not injured. Mr. Calvin's injuries were attended byDr. Isaac Browne.

Mr. Calvin and his family were en route to Mt. Sterling to spend the day when the accident occurred.

The Lexington Herald, Lexington, KY 25 Dec 1917

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Transcribed by Linda Horton. Thank you, Linda!

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