William P. Harris

Death by Force

Sheriff William P. Harris, aged 47, tragically lost his life on November 25, 1912, in Hernando, Mississippi. Sheriff Harris was attempting to seize cotton from a man who had an outstanding legal debt of $400. Several days prior to his death, Sheriff Harris had gone to the man's home to seize the cotton but was confronted by the man and his two sons. The confrontation led to a tense situation, and the sheriff decided to return with additional support.

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