NP, RS 4/13/1863

From the Richmond Sentinel
 
April 13, 1863
 
Distressing Accident
   On Saturday morning last, a worthy lady of this city, names Mrs. Burke, who had been to the coal yard for the purpose of making a purchase, met with a distressing accident at the {Richmond &} Petersburg depot. The train was coming in, but supposing she could cross the street without danger, she stepped from the platform, when her shawl became entangled; and she was thrown down upon the track. The train passed over one of her arms, crushing it so badly that amputation had to be resorted to. She was living at last accounts, though it was considered doubtful whether, at her age, she would survive the shock.

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