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February 18, 1925
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, February 18, 1925 

* William Floyd Collins...  Cave explorer 
* Trapped - found dead 
* Mammoth Cave, Kentucky
 

This 20 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Leader of Collins Rescue Party Describes Story of Lost Fight; Positive Cavern Victim Is Dead" with subheads.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day throughout. A few small binding holes along the spine and minor margin wear, otherwise in nice condition.