Newton Cook

Newton Cook died on July 12, 1889, when a fire destroyed the jail at Jacksonville, Oregon, where he was being held. Two other people held there also died in the fire. The Hope Pioneer reported the deaths in its July 19, 1889 issue.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined

Source

• The Hope Pioneer, July 19, 1889, page 2 The Hope Pioneer, July 19, 1889