On Tuesday afternoon Harvey H. WORK a wealthy farmer living near Candor accidentally shot and killed himself while cleaning a small 22 caliber rifle. He did not know the weapon was loaded and was in a standing position holding the weapon between his knees when it is supposed the wiping rod struck and exploded the cartridge. The ball struck him in the forehead and penetrated the brain killing him almost instantly. The accident occurred at his home in the presence of the family. Mr. WORK was about 38 years of age and leaves a wife and five children. Deceased was a member of Robinson Run Presbyterian church. Funeral services were held from his late home Friday.