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Two would be highwaymen thwarted by Vance attack in Abilene
In Abilene Texas on June 1 two would be highwaymen attempted a hold up of Mr J W Vance and his wife Mrs Vance. The larger robber fired a pistol and demanded that they submit but Mrs Vance flashed a light and Mr Vance struck the attacker with a jab knocking him back. The bandit then slashed Mr Vance’s clothes with a knife but caused no serious injuries. The robbers fled after the counterattack from the couple who are described as capable and strong.
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