ACCIDENTS AND FATALITIES.
[Peb Pbbss Association.] GIBBORNE, August 2The body of Jobb, drowned in the Waimata river on July 15, haa not yet been found, though a diligent search has been, made and a large reward offered. AUCKLAND.August 2. William Riekette, of Rangiaohia, Waikato, was found dead on the road-aide, cloee to Mb home. He was in the township in good health and spirits, and left on horseback for his home in the afternoon. His horse was found tied to a farm gate, and the body of Ricketts in the fern close by.
A serious accident occurred at Geraldine on Wednesday morning to Mr Arthur Cox, auctioneer. In company with another gentleman he was driving from Temuka to Geraldine in order to attend the fortnightly eale, and when near Barclay's corner the horse plunged and threw the occupants out of the trap. The accident was observed from a dietance, and help was obtained from Geraldine, and both were taken to Mr M'Kenzie's residence.. Dr Fish was in attendance as quickly as possible, and found, on examination, that Mr Cox had received a eevere injury, the skull being fractured. He advised Mr Coxa immediate removal to Temuka,. where he was taken. According to thelast account received in Geraldine yesterday afternoon, it is a very serious case.
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Star (Christchurch), Issue 4713, 3 August 1893, Page 2
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