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W.M. Russell

Case from Sherman, OK dated Dec 24, 1904

Victim Details

W.M. Russell

Male

Sherman

OK

1904-12-24

W.M.

Russell

07/08/2026

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A story of duty and sacrifice unfolded on a train traveling through Oklahoma, forever marking the history of Sherman. It was on this journey that Sheriff W. M. Russell, a dedicated lawman, met a violent and untimely end. While escorting two prisoners arrested for the theft of over a thousand dollars worth of merchandise from a local store, the situation took a tragic turn.

Alongside Sheriff W. S. Russell, Sheriff W. M. Russell was in the process of transporting the men when the unthinkabl ...
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    Hey everyone, I've been thinking a lot about the security measures that were (or weren't) in place d... ...Read More
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