“The Drowning of John Roberts”

Description

John Roberts tries to break up a logjam and is swept into the river. He comes to the surface three times, then disappears; his body is found three days later

Historical references

• 1852 - John Roberts drowns on the West Branch of the Union River

References

1. Laws C3, "The Drowning of John Roberts"
2. DT 717, JONROBTS
3. Roud #2222
4. BI, LC03