Oregon City Courier, November 26, 1909:
Front page Article:
Headlines: "Brad" Califf Killed By Fall:
Well Known Young Man Met Tragic Death Thursday Afternoon
Neck And Leg Were Broken Was Working On Scaffolding; Slipped and Fell 15 Feet; Funeral Held Wednesday
" Instant death was the sad sequel to the life of Bradford Samuel Califf, a well known Oregon City young man, as a result of a fatal accident at the plant of the Willamette Pulp and Paper Company on the west side last Thursday afternoon. Califf, who was a member of the construction force, was working on a scaffolding between Mill B and Mill C, and was tightening a large nut with a wrench, when shortly before quitting time, the wrench slipped, causing the young man to lose his balance, and in an effort to regain his equilibrium, he fell off the scaffolding, striking on his head on the concrete floor, fifteen feet below.
As quickly as possible his fellow workmen rushed to his assistance, and Dr. C.H.Meissner was summoned, but death had been instantaneous, as the young man's neck and left leg were broken and his spine was injured by the force of his fall. The remains were brought to the morgue, and the inquest was held Friday by Coroner Holman, the jury being composed of the following: T.F.Burke, Capt. James Graham, Thomas P. Randall, George Randall, W.V.Myers and A. Simmons. After making a thorough investigation, the jury decided, that the regrettable occurrence was the result of an unavoidable accident, and no blame could be placed on the Willamette Company.
Califf, who was born in Oregon City, was almost 21 years of age, and resided here the greater part of his life, attending the local schools. He was well and favorably known throughout the town, and the sad news of his death cast a gloom overall the young men in the city.
He was a football player of more than ordinary ability and was always one of the mainstays of any eleven organized here. He was well known among the fireman, being a prominent member of the Columbia Hook and Ladder Company, and the local lodge of the Woodman and Foresters.
Califf was the son of Edward Califf, an old resident of the city, who lives at the corner of Eighth and J.Q. Adams Streets. In addition to his father, he is survived by two brothers and two sisters: Carl of John Day; Effie who resides in San Francisco, Cal. and Ida and Gilbert who are attending the Oregon City schools. Deceased was a grandson of Mrs. S.B. Califf, one of the earliest pioneers of this city.
The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Presbyterian church, under the direction of Rev. J. Robert Landsborough, the pastor.
The church was crowded with the many friends of the deceased, and a great many were obliged to stand up during the service. The floral offerings were many and beautiful, there being many exquisite floral pieces, among them being pieces from the employees of the paper mills, the Foresters, the Woodman of the World, and the fire department. The pall bearers were George Ely and J.K. Norris from the Woodman of the World, Fred Humphreys and Joseph Beaulien from the Hook and Ladder Company and William Rall and Lester Huston from the Foresters of America. The remains were interred in the family plot at Mt. View Cemetery, the services at the grave being conducted by the Foresters and Woodman."
Mountain View Cemetery, Oregon City, Oregon records:
Section, Old Cemetery, Lot #400; Califf, Bradford; DOB, 1889; Date of Death or burial, 19 Nov 1909; Age, 20.
Information supplied by Reva Califf Cooley
Front page Article:
Headlines: "Brad" Califf Killed By Fall:
Well Known Young Man Met Tragic Death Thursday Afternoon
Neck And Leg Were Broken Was Working On Scaffolding; Slipped and Fell 15 Feet; Funeral Held Wednesday
" Instant death was the sad sequel to the life of Bradford Samuel Califf, a well known Oregon City young man, as a result of a fatal accident at the plant of the Willamette Pulp and Paper Company on the west side last Thursday afternoon. Califf, who was a member of the construction force, was working on a scaffolding between Mill B and Mill C, and was tightening a large nut with a wrench, when shortly before quitting time, the wrench slipped, causing the young man to lose his balance, and in an effort to regain his equilibrium, he fell off the scaffolding, striking on his head on the concrete floor, fifteen feet below.
As quickly as possible his fellow workmen rushed to his assistance, and Dr. C.H.Meissner was summoned, but death had been instantaneous, as the young man's neck and left leg were broken and his spine was injured by the force of his fall. The remains were brought to the morgue, and the inquest was held Friday by Coroner Holman, the jury being composed of the following: T.F.Burke, Capt. James Graham, Thomas P. Randall, George Randall, W.V.Myers and A. Simmons. After making a thorough investigation, the jury decided, that the regrettable occurrence was the result of an unavoidable accident, and no blame could be placed on the Willamette Company.
Califf, who was born in Oregon City, was almost 21 years of age, and resided here the greater part of his life, attending the local schools. He was well and favorably known throughout the town, and the sad news of his death cast a gloom overall the young men in the city.
He was a football player of more than ordinary ability and was always one of the mainstays of any eleven organized here. He was well known among the fireman, being a prominent member of the Columbia Hook and Ladder Company, and the local lodge of the Woodman and Foresters.
Califf was the son of Edward Califf, an old resident of the city, who lives at the corner of Eighth and J.Q. Adams Streets. In addition to his father, he is survived by two brothers and two sisters: Carl of John Day; Effie who resides in San Francisco, Cal. and Ida and Gilbert who are attending the Oregon City schools. Deceased was a grandson of Mrs. S.B. Califf, one of the earliest pioneers of this city.
The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Presbyterian church, under the direction of Rev. J. Robert Landsborough, the pastor.
The church was crowded with the many friends of the deceased, and a great many were obliged to stand up during the service. The floral offerings were many and beautiful, there being many exquisite floral pieces, among them being pieces from the employees of the paper mills, the Foresters, the Woodman of the World, and the fire department. The pall bearers were George Ely and J.K. Norris from the Woodman of the World, Fred Humphreys and Joseph Beaulien from the Hook and Ladder Company and William Rall and Lester Huston from the Foresters of America. The remains were interred in the family plot at Mt. View Cemetery, the services at the grave being conducted by the Foresters and Woodman."
Mountain View Cemetery, Oregon City, Oregon records:
Section, Old Cemetery, Lot #400; Califf, Bradford; DOB, 1889; Date of Death or burial, 19 Nov 1909; Age, 20.
Information supplied by Reva Califf Cooley
Oregon City Courier, November 26, 1909:
Front page Article:
Headlines: "Brad" Califf Killed By Fall:
Well Known Young Man Met Tragic Death Thursday Afternoon
Neck And Leg Were Broken Was Working On Scaffolding; Slipped and Fell 15 Feet; Funeral Held Wednesday
" Instant death was the sad sequel to the life of Bradford Samuel Califf, a well known Oregon City young man, as a result of a fatal accident at the plant of the Willamette Pulp and Paper Company on the west side last Thursday afternoon. Califf, who was a member of the construction force, was working on a scaffolding between Mill B and Mill C, and was tightening a large nut with a wrench, when shortly before quitting time, the wrench slipped, causing the young man to lose his balance, and in an effort to regain his equilibrium, he fell off the scaffolding, striking on his head on the concrete floor, fifteen feet below.
As quickly as possible his fellow workmen rushed to his assistance, and Dr. C.H.Meissner was summoned, but death had been instantaneous, as the young man's neck and left leg were broken and his spine was injured by the force of his fall. The remains were brought to the morgue, and the inquest was held Friday by Coroner Holman, the jury being composed of the following: T.F.Burke, Capt. James Graham, Thomas P. Randall, George Randall, W.V.Myers and A. Simmons. After making a thorough investigation, the jury decided, that the regrettable occurrence was the result of an unavoidable accident, and no blame could be placed on the Willamette Company.
Califf, who was born in Oregon City, was almost 21 years of age, and resided here the greater part of his life, attending the local schools. He was well and favorably known throughout the town, and the sad news of his death cast a gloom overall the young men in the city.
He was a football player of more than ordinary ability and was always one of the mainstays of any eleven organized here. He was well known among the fireman, being a prominent member of the Columbia Hook and Ladder Company, and the local lodge of the Woodman and Foresters.
Califf was the son of Edward Califf, an old resident of the city, who lives at the corner of Eighth and J.Q. Adams Streets. In addition to his father, he is survived by two brothers and two sisters: Carl of John Day; Effie who resides in San Francisco, Cal. and Ida and Gilbert who are attending the Oregon City schools. Deceased was a grandson of Mrs. S.B. Califf, one of the earliest pioneers of this city.
The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Presbyterian church, under the direction of Rev. J. Robert Landsborough, the pastor.
The church was crowded with the many friends of the deceased, and a great many were obliged to stand up during the service. The floral offerings were many and beautiful, there being many exquisite floral pieces, among them being pieces from the employees of the paper mills, the Foresters, the Woodman of the World, and the fire department. The pall bearers were George Ely and J.K. Norris from the Woodman of the World, Fred Humphreys and Joseph Beaulien from the Hook and Ladder Company and William Rall and Lester Huston from the Foresters of America. The remains were interred in the family plot at Mt. View Cemetery, the services at the grave being conducted by the Foresters and Woodman."
Mountain View Cemetery, Oregon City, Oregon records:
Section, Old Cemetery, Lot #400; Califf, Bradford; DOB, 1889; Date of Death or burial, 19 Nov 1909; Age, 20.
Information supplied by Reva Califf Cooley
Front page Article:
Headlines: "Brad" Califf Killed By Fall:
Well Known Young Man Met Tragic Death Thursday Afternoon
Neck And Leg Were Broken Was Working On Scaffolding; Slipped and Fell 15 Feet; Funeral Held Wednesday
" Instant death was the sad sequel to the life of Bradford Samuel Califf, a well known Oregon City young man, as a result of a fatal accident at the plant of the Willamette Pulp and Paper Company on the west side last Thursday afternoon. Califf, who was a member of the construction force, was working on a scaffolding between Mill B and Mill C, and was tightening a large nut with a wrench, when shortly before quitting time, the wrench slipped, causing the young man to lose his balance, and in an effort to regain his equilibrium, he fell off the scaffolding, striking on his head on the concrete floor, fifteen feet below.
As quickly as possible his fellow workmen rushed to his assistance, and Dr. C.H.Meissner was summoned, but death had been instantaneous, as the young man's neck and left leg were broken and his spine was injured by the force of his fall. The remains were brought to the morgue, and the inquest was held Friday by Coroner Holman, the jury being composed of the following: T.F.Burke, Capt. James Graham, Thomas P. Randall, George Randall, W.V.Myers and A. Simmons. After making a thorough investigation, the jury decided, that the regrettable occurrence was the result of an unavoidable accident, and no blame could be placed on the Willamette Company.
Califf, who was born in Oregon City, was almost 21 years of age, and resided here the greater part of his life, attending the local schools. He was well and favorably known throughout the town, and the sad news of his death cast a gloom overall the young men in the city.
He was a football player of more than ordinary ability and was always one of the mainstays of any eleven organized here. He was well known among the fireman, being a prominent member of the Columbia Hook and Ladder Company, and the local lodge of the Woodman and Foresters.
Califf was the son of Edward Califf, an old resident of the city, who lives at the corner of Eighth and J.Q. Adams Streets. In addition to his father, he is survived by two brothers and two sisters: Carl of John Day; Effie who resides in San Francisco, Cal. and Ida and Gilbert who are attending the Oregon City schools. Deceased was a grandson of Mrs. S.B. Califf, one of the earliest pioneers of this city.
The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Presbyterian church, under the direction of Rev. J. Robert Landsborough, the pastor.
The church was crowded with the many friends of the deceased, and a great many were obliged to stand up during the service. The floral offerings were many and beautiful, there being many exquisite floral pieces, among them being pieces from the employees of the paper mills, the Foresters, the Woodman of the World, and the fire department. The pall bearers were George Ely and J.K. Norris from the Woodman of the World, Fred Humphreys and Joseph Beaulien from the Hook and Ladder Company and William Rall and Lester Huston from the Foresters of America. The remains were interred in the family plot at Mt. View Cemetery, the services at the grave being conducted by the Foresters and Woodman."
Mountain View Cemetery, Oregon City, Oregon records:
Section, Old Cemetery, Lot #400; Califf, Bradford; DOB, 1889; Date of Death or burial, 19 Nov 1909; Age, 20.
Information supplied by Reva Califf Cooley
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