Failed attempt to cross the river

Mr. Trofry and his team of horses were swept down the river by the swift current and nearly drowned while attempting to cross the river. They were rescued from the treetops downstream.
Source: Santa Cruz Surf
Date: 1875-11-20
Type: NEWS
Coverage:
  • Felton
  • 1870s
Identifier: Fe-FEL-Felton-43

Collection

Faye Ellis Collection

Citation

“Failed attempt to cross the river.” Santa Cruz Surf. 1875-11-20. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/142014. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.