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John Caulfield

Case from Davisville, CA dated Oct 28, 1905

Victim Details

John Caulfield

Male

Davisville

CA

1905-10-28

62

John

Caulfield

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John Caulfield, a 62-year-old saloon keeper from Davisville, California, met a tragic end on October 28, 1905. Caulfield was shot and killed in his own saloon by a police officer named W. S. Hainline. The incident occurred under circumstances that led to significant public outcry and demands for justice from Caulfield's family. His widow and son were particularly vocal, insisting that Hainline be prosecuted for the killing.

The case drew considerable attention in the local community, as i ...
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