Richard Lowery Declines Treatment, Goes Home and Dies, Dec. 29, 1924

Indian Dies Suddenly at His Home Near Pembroke. . . Advised to Take Special Treatment for Excessive Drinking But Refused to Do So

Richard Lowery, Indian, died suddenly Christmas Day at his home near Pembroke after having been sick for a few days with over-intoxication.

Lowery came to Lumberton just before he died and consulted Dr. H.M. Baker regarding his condition. Dr. Baker advised him to enter the sanatorium for treatment, but he would not listen to medical advice. He left the sanatorium and drove to his home, where he died a few minutes after entering.

From the front page of The Robesonian, Lumberton, N.C., Monday, Dec. 29, 1924

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