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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1909
Page
1
Reports revive details of a clash between moonshiners and federal officers near Jack Park Mountaineer. Two moonshiners and a marshal killed, four moonshiners wounded, three prisoners taken. ensuing trial notes include Willie Whitam case and committee appointments for Senate matters.
A damaged blotter describes an investigation into arson and killings tied to a youth group. Earnest Williams confessed to armed charges, naming leaders and urging others to join. Authorities in Midlothian pursued suspects as they searched for motives and connections.
Judge Simpenn opened preliminary proceedings for seventeen Smith County defendants charged with participating in the lynching of Jim Modiges. State rested at noon after examining eighteen witnesses. defense to begin cross examination of Withers this afternoon. Lawyers Beavers Fuller Johnson Manson Boat and Geeittry led the defense. Lawmakers debated a refunding bill for county bonds as Mobley Hill clashed and then reconciled, with Hill apologizing. Amendments were offered and adopted amid a lively session.
A driver in a team accident six miles south of Graham was fatally injured when the wagon overturned. The unnamed victim was thrown from the wagon and suffered fatal head injuries. This report notes the mishap occurred while the team was in motion on May day.
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