12 January 1873 - Policeman JAMES T. HARVEY - The death to another policeman from smallpox James T. Harvey, another member of the Western district police force, died at his residence 415 Lexington St. at about 11 ½ o’clock on Sunday night 12 January 1873 from smallpox, contracted while in the discharge of his duty. He was in the 28th year of his age and leaves a wife, but no children. He was regarded as a faithful conservatory of the peace. The remains were buried yesterday January 13, 1873 afternoon in the Western Cemetery. (*2)
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Name | Description |
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End of Watch | 12 January 1873 |
City, St. | 415 Lexington St. |
Panel Number | N/A |
Cause of Death | LOD Illness |
District Worked | Western |

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