Edgar Edward Darst 1890-1963

Edgar Edward Darst (1890-1963); the son of John Garlinger Darst (1833-1913); the son of Martin Darst (1796-1880); the son of Philip Derst (ca1750-ca1800); the son of John Paul Derst (1713-1775), our Pfeddersheim immigrant.

Burned With Gun Powder

Edgar, the little five-year old son of John G. Darst, was the victim of a frightful accident yesterday afternoon. The little fellow was engaged at play with another little boy and in some manner they got hold of a can of gun powder, and in handling it, the powder suddenly exploded, badly burning the Darst boy's face. A physician was quickly on hand and attended to the little fellow's injuries.

Saturday 23 OCT 1897 - The Newark Daily Advocate, Newark, Ohio