Reverand Charles C. Ward Attempted Murders (1887)
Item
Title
Reverand Charles C. Ward Attempted Murders (1887)
Description
On February 22nd, 1887, Reverand Charles W. Ward tried to kill his wife, child, and himself. Ward shot his wife, Orpah Van Schaick, in the Jaw before turning and shooting at his child, Bessie. His wife and daughter fled and he shot himself in the head. None of the wounds were fatal.
Source
"In A Moment of Insanity." The New York Times, 23 Feb. 1887, p.1.
Date Started
1887-02-22
Date Ended
1887-02-22
Source of File Attached
"In A Moment of Insanity." The New York Times, 23 Feb. 1887, p.1.
Type of Event
Collection
Citation
“Reverand Charles C. Ward Attempted Murders (1887),” Englewood Makes History, accessed October 2, 2026, https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/items/show/191.
