John Van Horn

Death by Force

In the summer of 1899, the life of 42-year-old John Van Horn, a dedicated police officer in Parsons, Kansas, was cut tragically short. Having served on the force for eighteen months, he was known for his commitment to upholding the law in Labette County. On the fateful night of July 27th, the sound of gunshots near the Gulf depot prompted Officer Van Horn to investigate.

Arriving at the scene, he encountered a group of four men. With courage and determination, he managed to arrest one of ...Read More

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Officer John Van Horn

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