Giuseppe S. V. E. Del Vecchio, 22, mason, died attempting to save Carlo Riccitelli, 20, polisher, from drowning, East Haven, Connecticut, July 20, 1913. Riccitelli became distressed while swimming in Coe’s Creek eight feet from the bank where the water was about six feet deep. He called for help. Del Vecchio immediately swam to him and grasped his hand. They struggled but became separated, then Del Vecchio sank and was drowned. Riccitelli was aided to safety by others. 11579-854
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