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Indictments in Springfield Riot Case Tie Leaders to Lynching
Springfield August unrest follows rumors of a shooting at Rolla Keys, a 17 year old who testified before a grand jury. The incident injures him severely, heightening fear in the Black Belt as troops guard Camp Lincoln. Ten indictments issued against two mob leaders, Abraham Raymor and Kate Howard, include murder and malicious mischief. The Raymor murder charge stems from the lynching of 80 year old William Donigan. evidence includes a military inquiry and a confession from Raymor. Convictions appear likely based on presented evidence.
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