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Mob Hangs for Jailor. Iola Letter Reports 1872 Turmoil
In Fairfield the mob planned to hang jailor Tucker after a murder case led to a disputed new trial. Citizens guarded the jail and warned of return with force. The writer notes party lines and urges prudence as investigations proceed. Separately, a correspondent from Iola, Kansas describes growth, industries, climate, crops, and land offers along the Lincoln line, urging Indiana County farmers to relocate for frontier opportunities.
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Fairfield
Lela
Ben Williams
William’s
Wayne County
Tucker
William
Williams
Te Town
Pucker
Pidball
George William’s
Tolaa, Allen Co
Icansas
Eprros Progress
Iola
King, Mills & Smith
Ivla
Kansas