In the spring of 1911, the town of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, was rocked by the violent death of its esteemed Chief of Police, Joseph E. 'Joe' Arnold. A 59-year-old male, Arnold was a respected figure in the community, known for his dedication to upholding the law. His life was cut short on March 15th of that year in a confrontation that stemmed from a disagreement with a fellow lawman.
The fatal encounter began to unfold following the arrest of two individuals for the possession of illegal
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