Hubert S. Monger

Hubert Seldon Monger (October 29, 1897 – October 13, 1913) was a 15-year-old from Elkton, Virginia who was fatally injured during the construction of the Alexandria Water Company's dam at Barcroft on October 13, 1913.[1][2]

Monger was working for the Piedmont Construction Company as a helper on a steam drill when the machine rolled over on him, crushing his skull. He was rushed to Alexandria Hospital, where he died later that evening.[1][2]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "H. S. Monger Killed by Drill." The Washington Post (1877-1922): 9. Oct 14 1913. ProQuest. Web. 4 Jan. 2014.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Dies as Result of Injuries." Evening Star, 14 Oct. 1913, p. 14. NewsBank, . Accessed 1 Mar. 2018.