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Ralph Waldo Emerson Barton

Death by Force
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Ralph Waldo Emerson Barton, a prominent American cartoonist and caricaturist, tragically ended his life on May 19, 1931, in his Manhattan apartment. Barton, who was 39 years old at the time of his death, had been a significant figure in the art world during the 1920s, known for his caricatures of celebrities and influential figures. Despite his professional success, Barton struggled with severe mental health issues, which ultimately led to his suicide.

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    Victim Details

    Ralph Waldo Emerson Barton

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    New-york

    NY

    1931-05-19

    39

    Ralph

    Waldo Emerson Barton

    11/19/2025

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