William McConnell, 43, cement worker, died saving Jane D. Myers, 11, from drowning, Addingham, Pennsylvania, August 20, 1928. While Jane was wading in Darby Creek, she plunged into deep water 15 feet from the bank. McConnell, who was fully clothed and was but a fair swimmer, swam to Jane from the bank and then swam eight feet toward the opposite bank with her on his back holding him around the neck. He then called for help, and a good swimmer arrived and took Jane to the bank. McConnell soon sank and was drowned. 28599-2322
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