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Vincent H. Galley

Birth	:	21 Sep 1873 Columbus, Platte County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	17 May 1893 Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Riverview Cemetery, Groveland, Essex County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.7689700, -71.0215500
Inscription	:	19 yrs, 8 months, 26 days
Description	:	From the web site: http://www.usgennet.org/usa/ne/county/platte/vitals/vitals1893.html Columbus Journal, May 24, 1893 DIED GALLEY--Never in the history of Columbus had there anything occurred that caused such a cloud of gloom and sorrow over the younger portion of our community as when, on Wednesday evening last, a telegram was received from Omaha announcing the sad intelligence of the accidental death of Vincent Galley, son of our highly esteemed citizen, James H. Galley. The news passed with wonderful rapidity from lip to lip, but no particulars were learned until the Omaha papers were received next day. The facts are as follows: Vincent Galley... Read More	From the web site: http://www.usgennet.org/usa/ne/county/platte/vitals/vitals1893.html Columbus Journal, May 24, 1893 DIED GALLEY--Never in the history of Columbus had there anything occurred that caused such a cloud of gloom and sorrow over the younger portion of our community as when, on Wednesday evening last, a telegram was received from Omaha announcing the sad intelligence of the accidental death of Vincent Galley, son of our highly esteemed citizen, James H. Galley. The news passed with wonderful rapidity from lip to lip, but no particulars were learned until the Omaha papers were received next day. The facts are as follows: Vincent Galley was night porter at the Murray hotel, Omaha, and his hour of commencing work was 7 o'clock p.m. He had a load of trunks to deliver to the basement, and Guy Venable, who was the passenger elevator operator, let him down. After unloading the baggage, it is said Galley gave the usual signal, "all right," to start the elevator. Venable started the elevator, and after ascending a few feet noticed something unusual, wrong about its action and heard a cry of distress from below. The elevator was brought to a stand-still and an investigation made, revealing the lifeless form of Mr. Galley lying at the bottom of the shaft. An examination of the body showed that his neck was broken, right arm shattered and his chest and shoulders crushed in. It is the current belief that young Galley, after giving the signal, either in attempting to get on or after he was on, slipped in such manner as to throw him on the platform of the elevator, as the lower part of his body received no injury. As far as we can learn, he was alone at the time, and the exact facts will never be known. It was particularly gratifying to his relatives and friends that his face was not disfigured, as the corpse presented a natural and lifelike appearance, and was viewed by many friends and acquaintances. Sheriff Bennett, acting as coroner in the absence of Coroner Maul, and Deputy Coroner Welch inspected the scene of the accident and held an inquest at 9 o'clock Thursday morning, rendering a verdict in accordance with the above facts. Mr. J.H. Galley and C.E. Pollock were present at the inquest, and at its conclusion returned to Columbus with the remains. After the holidays Vincent Galley, who was nearing his twenty-first birthday, and was of an ambitious, self-reliant and industrious turn, took upon himself the idea of going forth into the world and doing for himself, not that his father was unable or unwilling to support him, but solely on account of that manly, independent disposition which governed his every action. A situation of trust was offered him by a Columbus bank, and his father and uncle were willing to assist him to any position he might desire here, but he chose to go to Omaha, where he secured a position with the Omaha Transfer Co. It was but a short time until the manager perceived that the work was too heavy for one of Vincent's light build, and persuaded him to give it up, securing for him the position in which he lost his life. It was not the sad circumstances under which this young man lost his life alone, which caused so much sorrow in the community, but the fact that death could have selected no more shining mark or pierced the hearts of a more loving or worthy family. Vincent Galley was really an exceptional young man; loved and respected by all; in the lead in social events and ever ready to join in sport of any kind. His advice was taken by those much older than himself, and it always proved for the benefit of his associates. That he was loved by those whom he labored with in the hotel, was attested by the pillow of choice flowers upon which rested his head in death. Vincent had written a letter to his brother Bert the day before the accident, stating that he would be home to attend the graduating exercises of the high school, and would probably remain here. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad affliction. This is the first death that has occurred in this household. The funeral services were held in the German Reformed church Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Elliott officiating, assisted by Rev. Olcott. The 39th psalm was read as the scripture lesson, and Rev. Elliott made an appropriate address. The choir, consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Hickok, Mrs. Whitmoyer and Mr. Lay, sang effectively "Hold Thou my Hand," and "Jesus, Lover of My Soul." The school board and city council (of both of which the deceased's father is a member) attended in a body, as did also the Sons of Veterans and the pupils of the high school. The church was filled with sympathetic friends and as many more were unable to enter. The pall bearers were young friends of the deceased, Erve Speice, Carle Hoehen, Chad Arnold, Roy Cornelius, Herbert Henry and Luther Cushing. The floral tributes were most beautiful and appropriate. A large concourse of mourning relatives, friends and acquaintances of the family followed the remains to the cemetery where they were laid to rest.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is Vincent H. Galley's memorial?
Vincent H. Galley's memorial is located at: Riverview Cemetery, Groveland, Essex County, USA.
When did Vincent H. Galley death?
Vincent H. Galley death on 17 May 1893 in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Vincent H. Galley's memorial?
Latitude: 42.7689700
Longitude: -71.0215500

Family Members:

Parent

James Henry Galley Jr.

(1840 - 1930)

Helen Hudson Galley

(1850 - 1926)

Siblings

Albert James Galley

(1872 - 1953)

Earl R. Galley

(1881 - 1959)

William Hudson Galley

(1884 - 1910)

Clifford R. Galley

(1892 - 1959)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Riverview Cemetery
Groveland, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7689700, -71.0215500

2. Walnut Cemetery
Haverhill, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7881000, -71.0378000

3. Smallpox Burial Ground
Groveland, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7433300, -71.0215400

4. Merrimack Cemetery
West Newbury, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7938700, -71.0061900

5. Greenwood Cemetery
Haverhill, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7992700, -71.0179000

6. Linwood Cemetery
Haverhill, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7735090, -71.0651270

7. Ancient Burying Ground
Bradford, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7591300, -71.0637500

8. Children of Israel Cemetery
Haverhill, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8016400, -71.0334600

9. Pentucket Cemetery
Haverhill, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7746900, -71.0677880

10. Lithuanian Cemetery
Bradford, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7597900, -71.0691200

11. Elmwood Cemetery
Bradford, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7644005, -71.0717010

12. Crane Neck Hill Cemetery
West Newbury, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7734600, -70.9710100

13. Walnut Hill Cemetery
West Newbury, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7902985, -70.9764023

14. Whittier Family Cemetery
Haverhill, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8102800, -71.0375200

15. Bridge Street Cemetery
West Newbury, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8086600, -70.9914800

16. Saint James Cemetery
Haverhill, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7883200, -71.0877100

17. Sawyer Burial Ground
West Newbury, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7780500, -70.9487600

18. Harmony Cemetery
Georgetown, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7186500, -70.9923330

19. Hilldale Cemetery
Haverhill, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7888985, -71.0955963

20. Locust Grove Cemetery
Merrimac, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8255310, -70.9996109

21. Haverhill City Cemetery
Haverhill, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7900009, -71.0963974

22. Union Cemetery
Georgetown, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7188988, -70.9792023

23. Rural Cemetery
West Newbury, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8028221, -70.9528809

24. Heath Road Burial Ground
Merrimac, Essex County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8313522, -71.0344543