Paul F. Kearns, 12, schoolboy, died attempting to save Herbert A. Messer, 12, schoolboy, from drowning, Fairfield, Iowa, June 4, 1925. While wading in Crow Creek, Herbert stepped into deep water eight feet from the bank. He rose and began to struggle. Paul, who was Iighter than Herbert, waded and swam a few feet to him. A struggle ensued, and both were drowned. 28254-2319
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