Iowa Old Press

Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
Wednesday, April 21, 1915

Chris Claer Has Close Call
Thursday Chris Claer was nearly drowned in the Des Moines river while
driving to town with some eggs and other products. His horse became
frightened and jumping aside from the road, ran into the river. It was very
deep and the horse had to swim. Mr. Claer had sufficient presence of mind to
stand up in the buggy but the water almost reached his shoulders. Some
parties who were passing swam in and rescued him. He had a very close call.
His horse was also saved.
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Miss Catherine Collins arrived home from Algona Tuesday evening. She
recently underwent an operation for appendicitis. We are glad to note that
she is rapidly improving.

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