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J.W. Thompson

Case from York, AL dated Oct 29, 1894

Victim Details

J.W. Thompson

Male

White / Caucasian

York

AL

1894-10-29

J.W.

Thompson

06/22/2026

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In the small town of York, Alabama, a story of duty and unresolved justice unfolded. J.W. Thompson, a male lawman holding the position of Town Marshal, met a sudden and violent end. His death occurred on a tense Monday, the 29th of October, 1894.

The fatal encounter began to brew the preceding Saturday, rooted in a business disagreement between two of the town's affluent and well-known citizens. Harsh words were exchanged, but the intervention of friends prevented any physical altercation ...
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