Ottis R. Whitehead, 19, laborer, died attempting to save Rufus H. Stokes, 19, laborer, from drowning, Ramseur, North Carolina, May 31, 1922. Stokes was swimming in the Deep River 50 feet from the bank and suddenly called for help. The water was 10 feet deep. Whitehead, who was dressed, waded from the bank and swam 15 feet toward Stokes, who was under the surface. Stokes rose in front of Whitehead and threw both arms around Whitehead’s neck. Both sank and were drowned. 22851-1930
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22851-1930