YOUNG, Archie L. -- b. 1897?? - d. May 1932

[genealogynut]

Howard Courant
June 2, 1932



Arch L. Young, 35, Struck By Lightning, on Decoration Day

Archie L. Young, living near Busby, was struck and instantly killed by lightning, Monday forenoon, in his pasture, about a half mile from his home.  There was no witness to the incident.  He had walked away from his home, where he lived with his mother and some young children, and when he didn't return at the noon hour, nor at evening, his mother notified the neighbors and search was made for him.  The search was continued all night and early Tuesday morning his body was found.  He was lying on his face, the head badly burned and unrecognizable, the clothing almost stripped from his body.  Death had been instantaneous.

Dr. Harner, cornoner and Sheriff Rader went out and took notes, but it was not deemed necessary to hold aninquest.

Mr. Young was a World War soldier and Legionaire, his wife died some time ago, and he leaves his mother and three young children.  His mother kept house for him.  Funeral was held yesterday afternoon and burial near Buxton, the Legion boys from Howard giving a military burial.