Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 33, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 16 February 1918 — VERNON CASTLE, DANCER, KILLED IN AIRPLANE FALL [ARTICLE]

VERNON CASTLE, DANCER, KILLED IN AIRPLANE FALL

Catpain Vernon Castle of the British Royal Flying Corps, famous dancer, was killed by a short fall from his aeroplane at Denbrook field, Fort Worth, Texas, Friday. Trying to land while instructing an American recruit, Castle swerved to aviod a collision with another flyer. The cadet with Castle was unhurt. Captain Castle had seen sensational service in France and had made over 300 flights over the German lines. He had been in the United States as an instructor since last October.

His real name is Vera on Blythe. He was born in England 33 years ago. During his time at the front as an aviator he brought down several German planes and won several medals for deeds of valor. Castle with his wife for the past six years has been known as the greatest dancing celebrity in the world. They were the originators of the Castle Walk, The Fox trot, and many other popular dances. Mrs. Castle is now in moving picture.