Caroline H. Grimes

Caroline Hammill "Carrie" Grimes (November 3, 1867 –December 21, 1916) was an Alexandria woman who died, along with her husband Joseph S. Grimes, when his car was hit by northbound passenger train number 16 on the Richmond, Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad crossing in Lorton on December 21, 1916.[1]

The Grimes' had been returning to their home in Alexandria after exchanging gifts with friends and family in Occoquan.[1]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 "Train Kills 2 in Auto." The Washington Post (1877-1922): 3. ProQuest Historical Newspapers: The Washington Post (1877-1994). Dec 22 1916. Web. 15 Dec. 2011.