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Frederick H. White

Case from Tombstone, AZ dated Oct 28, 1880

Victim Details

Frederick H. White

Male

White / Caucasian

Tombstone

AZ

1880-10-28

31

Frederick

H. White

06/23/2026

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In the dusty, untamed streets of Tombstone, Arizona, a town teeming with prospectors, cowboys, and fortune-seekers, Frederick H. White served as its first town marshal. A 31-year-old white male, he was a figure of authority in a place that often teetered on the edge of lawlessness. Known for his fair and capable nature, he had earned a level of respect even among the more unruly elements of the town, including the cowboys who frequently clashed with the law. He was known to be on friendly terms ...
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