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On January 11, 1902, Deputy U.S. Marshal J.N. Holsonback, aged 55, was fatally ambushed near Boaz, Alabama. Earlier that day, he and his son had arrested an individual for operating an illegal distillery in the area. As they were transporting the suspect to jail, they were attacked along the road; Deputy Marshal Holsonback was killed instantly, and his son sustained injuries.
The assailant responsible for the ambush was apprehended and charged with the shooting. On October 28, 1905, he ...Read More
The assailant responsible for the ambush was apprehended and charged with the shooting. On October 28, 1905, he ...Read More
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James Holsonback
Male
White / Caucasian
Boaz
AL
1902-01-11
55
James
Holsonback
Yes
11/26/2025
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