ACCIDENTALLY DROWNED.
WELL KNOWN SOLICITOR
ißy Telegraph— Per Press Association)
WESTPORT, Nov. 23
The body of J. W. Mason, .solicitor last seen bathing in the Buller River on Tuesday night, was discovered abouc 4 o'clock to-day.
An inquest was held to-night; when a verdict of accidental drowning was returned.
It is surmised that the deceased was seized with cramp, and sank just where his body was ultimately recovered.
He was a very popular young fellow, who took an active leading part Tn local athletics and dramatic work.
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Grey River Argus, 24 November 1910, Page 6
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