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In the winter of 1901, the community of Virginia City, Montana, was struck by a tragedy that would be remembered for years to come. James Summers, a 38-year-old White/Caucasian man, served as the Sheriff of Madison County. On January 25, 1901, in the line of duty, he met an untimely and violent end.
The day had started with Sheriff Summers pursuing a lead on a burglary that had occurred at a local rancher's cabin. The suspect was a young man, only 18 years of age. Sheriff Summers located ...Read More
The day had started with Sheriff Summers pursuing a lead on a burglary that had occurred at a local rancher's cabin. The suspect was a young man, only 18 years of age. Sheriff Summers located ...Read More
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James Summers
Male
White / Caucasian
Virginia City
MT
1901-01-25
38
James
Summers
Yes
11/05/2025
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I came across the story of Sheriff James E. Summers from 1901, and it's stayed on my mind ever since... ...Read More
04/03/2024
04/03/2024
I've been reading about Sheriff James E. Summers, and I can’t help but wonder about the impact his... ...Read More
07/16/2023
07/16/2023
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I've been reading through the discussions here, and I couldn't help but feel deeply... ...Read More
03/08/2023
I've been reading through the discussions here, and I couldn't help but feel deeply... ...Read More
03/08/2023
