Biography

Deceased had lived in New South Wales for 20 years. He was married twice. First marriage was in Liverpool at the age of 20 years. James Laycock, was one of the oldest residents of the Malcolm district. He apparently went to the lavatory and shortly afterwards a terrific explosion was heard. The officials, on proceeding to investigate, found Laycock in a shattered condition. One hand held a plug of dynamite and the other a fuse. He had been in ill-health for some time past and had become despondent in consequence of his inability to work. He suffered from chronic heart disease for about 5 years and had difficulty sleeping