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John Lambert

Case from Fort Klamath, OR dated Aug 07, 1911

Victim Details

John Lambert

Male

Fort Klamath

OR

1911-08-07

57

John

Lambert

06/25/2026

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In the small town of Fort Klamath, Oregon, a popular and respected lawman's life was cut short on a summer evening. City Marshal John Wesley Lambert, a 57-year-old man, was known for his dedication to keeping the peace. On August 7, 1911, this dedication would cost him his life.

The night in question found Marshal Lambert responding to a disturbance at a local saloon. Two men, under the influence of alcohol, were causing a commotion. Lambert, in the course of his duties, attempted to arre ...
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    It's unsettling to read about Marshal John Wesley Lambert's tragic death while trying to maintain or... ...Read More
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