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James C. Daily

Case from Red Wing, MN dated Jan 15, 1907

Victim Details

James C. Daily

Male

White / Caucasian

Red Wing

MN

1907-01-15

43

James

C. Daily

06/28/2026

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James C. Daily, the Chief of Police in Red Wing, Minnesota, was mortally wounded on January 15, 1907, at the age of 43. Chief Daily was born on February 18, 1863, in Palmyra, Missouri, and moved to Red Wing with his parents during his childhood. He grew up in Red Wing, attended public schools, and later worked as a skilled plasterer in various cities, including Seattle and Butte, before returning to Red Wing. He was appointed Chief of Police by Mayor John H. Rich and re-appointed by Mayor Pierce ...
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