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Seaplane plunge claims two officers near Chester
Nov 25 Philadelphia reports a naval seaplane accident over the river near Chester. Lieutenants Stocker and Thompson were testing a new craft when it plunged nose first into the water. Belts were unbuckled, suggesting an attempted jump, but the speed prevented escape. no bodies were found as rescue teams searched the debris and plane.
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Chester
Ares Llenenut
Lohertcher
U.S
W Byston
Vrds Malice
Fred Thompson
Naval
Fuey
Navy Yard
Meutenant
Tnspector Dmionpson
Stocker
Thompson