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Christopher G. Kinney

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jan 13, 1936

Victim Details

Christopher G. Kinney

Male

Chicago

IL

1936-01-13

54

Christopher

G. Kinney

06/21/2026

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Christopher G. Kinney, a 54-year-old male of unknown ethnicity, tragically died on January 13, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois. His death was the result of a violent altercation in a courtroom. Kinney was an attorney who found himself embroiled in a legal battle with John W. Keogh, a real estate owner and frequent pro se litigant. Keogh, who was known for his numerous legal cases and advocacy for redistricting, was involved in a heated court case with Kinney.

During the proceedings, tensions e ...
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  • LAWYER IS SLAIN IN CHICAGO COURT; Litigant, Obsessed With Political Theory, Shoots at Judge Also, but Misses Him. DISARMED AMID UPROAR J.W. Keogh, Realty Owner, Links Killing to 'Reapportionment' -- Declared Insane. (Published 1936)
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    Did anyone else dig into the background of John W. Keogh's legal battles? From what I've been readin... ...Read More
    02/09/2024
    Reading through the details of Kinney's tragic death, I can't help but feel for his loved ones and c... ...Read More
    09/29/2023
    Has anyone else looked into the courtroom protocols at that time? I'm trying to wrap my head around ... ...Read More
    04/09/2023
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