Western mail deaths

The Western Mail was a Welsh newspaper that was published from 1869 to 1968. During its long history, the paper reported on many significant events and tragedies, including deaths. Here are a few notable examples:

1. The Aberfan Disaster (1966): The Western Mail was one of the first newspapers to report on the devastating coal tip disaster that occurred in Aberfan, South Wales, on October 21, 1966. The disaster resulted in the deaths of 144 people, including 116 children, and was a major news story in Wales and beyond.
2. The Senghenydd Colliery Disaster (1913): On October 14, 1913, a gas explosion at the Senghenydd Colliery in South Wales killed 439 miners, making it one of the worst mining disasters in British history. The Western Mail reported extensively on the disaster and its aftermath.
3. The Rhondda Valley Mining Disasters (1921): In 1921, a series of mining disasters occurred in the Rhondda Valley, resulting in the deaths of over 400 miners. The Western Mail reported on these disasters and the subsequent inquiries and investigations.
4. The Cardiff Railway Accident (1921): On July 28, 1921, a train carrying workers from the Rhondda Valley to Cardiff was involved in a serious accident, resulting in the deaths of 15 people. The Western Mail reported on the accident and its aftermath.
5. The death of Lord Rhondda (1930): Lord Rhondda, a prominent Welsh politician and businessman, died on April 26, 1930, at the age of 54. The Western Mail reported on his death and the tributes paid to him by the people of Wales.

These are just a few examples of the many significant deaths reported in the Western Mail over the years. The paper played an important role in reporting on news and events in Wales, and its archives provide a valuable resource for researchers and historians.