Fletcher's Plunge in the River

New York, 1895

William Fletcher, 35 years old, of Long Island City, drank so much whisky that he decided to end his earthly existence Friday morning. Between 5 and 6 o'clock Fletcher jumped into the East river from the Hunter's Point ferry slip. He had disappeared in the icy water for the second time when James Murphy a deck hand, rescued him.


Ruptured a Blood Vessel

William P. Horton, keeper of the Almshouse at Barnum Island, ruptured a blood-vessel in his left arm while driving a pulling horse on Friday. An operation will be necessary.

—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.