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STALEY, Jonathan

Male 1842 - 1859  (17 years)


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  1. 1.  STALEY, Jonathan was born on 29 Apr 1842 in Greenburn, Parish Of Whitburn, Linlithgowshire, Scotland; died on 20 Dec 1859 in Near Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia; was buried on 22 Dec 1859 in Campbell's Creek, Victoria, Australia.

    Notes:

    Jonathan was killed by lightning near Castlemaine on 20th December 1859 when he was 17 years old. A Coroner's Inquisition was held at the "Builders Arms" Hotel, Castlemaine on 21st December 1859. Jonathon was found on the ground close to a tree, he had severe burns to the neck, chest, hair and the soles of both shoes, confirming instant death from lightning strike.

    Birth:
    The family bible info says born 1843, other sources say 1842

    Buried:
    Castlemaine General Cemetery
    Cemetery Rd. Campbell's Creek
    Victoria, 3451

    His mother is buried with him.