Thomas Moore's death in mining accident (General)

by Jean Herbert , Leeds Yorkshire, Monday, August 31, 2009, 13:26 (5637 days ago)

Thomas Moore was born abt 1836 East Dean. He was married to Ellen (nee Goode) born abt 1845 Gloucestershire. I found the marriage records on this site and subsequent 1871 census showing the couple with several children living at Plump Hill. By 1881 Ellen is a widow. Thomas died in a mining accident at Plump Hill Iron mine in 1878.

The inquest record, page 200 - again found on this site, states that Thomas Moore age 42 was killed by a fall down an iron shaft whilst the carriage was in progress. A verdict of Manslaughter was given against Phillip Smith.

Another inquest - page 199 shows that a George Malson age 40 was also killed in the same accident.

Can anyone tell me if the case was proven against Phillip Smith and are there any records of this case?

Regards Jean Herbert