Washington County GaArchives News.....Wensel Garner Chased by Snake July 12, 1934
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Sandersville Progress July 12, 1934
Wensel Garner, aged seven years, had an unusual experience with a coachwhip 
snake last Thursday while carrying a jug of water to the field for those who 
were at work to drink. He saw a snake lying within a few feet of the path and 
immediately threw the jug at him, when the snake started towards him at a rapid 
pace. As fast as his legs could carry him he ran back to the Garner dwelling, 
which is located on the Union Church road, a few miles West of Warthen, with 
the snake in full chase, and as he leaped upon the steps the snake darted under 
the house. Wensel was so badly frightened he lost his hat and his hair was 
standing straight.

The snake was later killed and measured six feet in length.

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