In the summer of 1882, the life of Deputy Sheriff Kiv Phillips was cut short in a sudden act of violence. At 26 years old, Phillips, a male officer with the Cochise County Sheriff's Department, was known for his quiet and unassuming manner, yet he was utterly devoid of fear in the execution of his duties. He was regarded as a man of exemplary habits and good principles, a true friend, and an upright citizen.
On July 7th, 1882, trouble was brewing in a saloon in Tombstone, Arizona, where a
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