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January 18, 1843
Edgefield Advertiser
Edgefield, Edgefield County, South Carolina
What is this article about?
Mr. Absolom Delaughter, a planter, died from an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound during a hunting trip near his home in the district, caused by his dog triggering the rifle. He left behind a wife, five children, and many mourners.
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Distressing Accident.—
On Thursday last, Mr. Absolom Delaughter, a respectable planter of this District, whilst on a gunning excursion with a number of gentlemen, and within a mile of his own house, was shot with his rifle, which he had loaded and stood by his right side. His dog whilst playing around him, is supposed to have touched the cock which caused the explosion of the cap. The ball entered his right side, and lodged in his right shoulder, he expired in about half an hour. Mr. Delaughter has left a wife, five children, and a number of relatives and friends to mourn his untimely death.
On Thursday last, Mr. Absolom Delaughter, a respectable planter of this District, whilst on a gunning excursion with a number of gentlemen, and within a mile of his own house, was shot with his rifle, which he had loaded and stood by his right side. His dog whilst playing around him, is supposed to have touched the cock which caused the explosion of the cap. The ball entered his right side, and lodged in his right shoulder, he expired in about half an hour. Mr. Delaughter has left a wife, five children, and a number of relatives and friends to mourn his untimely death.
What sub-type of article is it?
Tragedy
What themes does it cover?
Tragedy
Misfortune
What keywords are associated?
Hunting Accident
Accidental Shooting
Fatal Injury
Dog Caused Discharge
What entities or persons were involved?
Absolom Delaughter
Where did it happen?
This District, Within A Mile Of His Own House
Story Details
Key Persons
Absolom Delaughter
Location
This District, Within A Mile Of His Own House
Event Date
On Thursday Last
Story Details
Mr. Absolom Delaughter was accidentally shot by his own rifle during a gunning excursion when his dog touched the cock, causing the explosion. The ball entered his right side and lodged in his shoulder; he died in half an hour, leaving a wife, five children, relatives, and friends.