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Domestic News
June 24, 1773
The Virginia Gazette
Williamsburg, Virginia
What is this article about?
William Jackson of Norfolk drowned while bathing in a river on Sunday the 6th instant, despite rescue attempts and medical efforts; he is remembered for his benevolence and qualities.
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On Sunday the 6th instant as Mr. WILLIAM JACKSON, of Norfolk, and another person, were bathing themselves in the river, the former, by venturing too far, and being unskilled in swimming, was unfortunately drowned, notwithstanding the readiness of the watermen in giving all possible assistance. As the time of his being under water did not exceed half an hour, the Gentlemen of the Faculty attended, and used every kind endeavour, but without any effect. The untimely fate of this young man is much to be lamented, as he possessed an uncommon share of benevolence, and many other excellent qualities, which cannot fail of making a lasting impression on all who were acquainted with him.
What sub-type of article is it?
Accident
Death Or Funeral
What keywords are associated?
Drowning
Norfolk
William Jackson
Bathing Accident
River Drowning
What entities or persons were involved?
William Jackson
Where did it happen?
Norfolk
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Norfolk
Event Date
Sunday The 6th Instant
Key Persons
William Jackson
Outcome
william jackson drowned; revival attempts by watermen and gentlemen of the faculty failed.
Event Details
Mr. WILLIAM JACKSON of Norfolk and another person were bathing in the river when Jackson, unskilled in swimming, ventured too far and drowned despite assistance from watermen; he was underwater for less than half an hour, but medical efforts were unsuccessful.