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The Case of Johnny Turner recalls a 1890 Missouri tragedy
In fall 1890 two boys, Johnny Turner age seventeen and Eogar Thorpe, hunted in Missouri. After a dispute Turner killed Thorpe, fled, and later confessed after love interest Alice Blair urged honesty. He faced trial, was pardoned, and his case raises questions about punishment, remorse, and redemption.
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