The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., July 2, 1914, page 1

CRUSHED TO DEATH

     That people of this committee were shocked to learn of the sudden death of Manuel Ellsworth on Monday this week, having been fatally injured in a runaway accident. Mr. Ellsworth had resided in this community for the past twelve years, was about fifty-five years of age, and had arrived at that stage in life when he could begin to take things easier, when he had his affairs so arranged that his remaining years would have been easier for himself and family as well.
     The accident occurred about 7:30 o'clock Monday morning. Clyde Story came over to the Ellsworth place to give his binder, had hitched up the horses, who seems to take fright at the sound of the moving machinery, and madly dashed around the corral, Mr. Story trying to stop them. Mr. Ellsworth attempted to secure the inside horse, which shook him off, kicking him. The "bull" wheel of the binder passed over his groins. He was able to get up and walk to the house, suffering intense pain. A doctor from Goldendale was summoned, who upon examination found only severe external bruises. His back was uninjured and there seemed a fair chance of his recovery, provided internal complications did not arise. He was called in the afternoon, when Mr. Ellsworth was again in intense agony. Nothing could be done to alleviate the pain and about five o'clock that afternoon, he passed away, being conscious to the last.
     The binder slid the body for a few feet before passing over. It is thought a number of his organs were so bruised as to make his recovery impossible. One of the saddest phases of this catastrophe is that Mrs. Ellsworth is confined to her bed, a little daughter having been born Sunday, the day preceding. She has insisted the funeral be held from the home, which will be done tomorrow at 10 o'clock.
     The Ellsworths reside three miles from Goldendale and are in fair circumstances. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen of America, and there is some insurance. The shock of the death of Mr. Ellsworth was nearly fatal to her, although at this time she has rallied and will recover. There are 11 children that survive him, eight by his present wife, and three by a former marriage, two of whom are married.
     Mr. Ellsworth had many friends in the community who deeply sympathize with the bereaved wife and little ones.

The Klickitat County Agriculturist, Goldendale, WA., July 4, 1914, page 3

SHOCKING ACCIDENT
Manuel Ellsworth, Near Town, Dies From Injuries Received by Binder Passing Over His Body.

     Manuel Ellsworth, a well-known Klickitat Valley farmer, 55 years old, died Monday afternoon, nine hours after being injured in a runaway accident on the Hinshaw ranch, three miles south of Goldendale which he had leased.
     Clyde Story, a neighbor, had driven to Ellsworth place at 7 o'clock for a self binder. His team became frightened. Ellsworth got directly in front of the team in an attempt to stop it. He was knocked down an run over by the team and the binder, the main wheel of which passed over his back. No bones were broken, but he died in great agony from internal injuries.
     Ellsworth came here from Missouri 12 years ago. He leaves a widow and 11 children, the youngest being born Sunday, June 28th.

The Goldendale Sentinel, Goldendale, WA., July 9, 1914, page 7

RESOLUTIONS

     The Local Camp of M.W. of A. at their last meeting passed the following resolutions:
     Whereas the Supreme Ruler has called from our midst neighbor Manuel Ellsworth we are called to mourn his Death. His wife has lost a loving husband and his children a loving father and his parents a dutiful son and Goldendale Camp No. 5899 M.W. of A. a worthy neighbor, who was ever ready to discharge his duty and lend a helping hand to his fellowmen.
     Therefore be it Resolved, that Goldendale Camp No. 5899 M.W. of A. extend to the bereaved family and relatives their heartfelt sympathy.
     Be it further resolved that a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of our Camp and our charter be draped in mourning for 30 days and a copy be mailed to the bereaved family and a copy sent to each of the local papers for publication.

Wm. Enderby,
N.E. Bryant.
J.A. Miller.
Committee.

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