Two Union County Deputies Die in Mosquero Murder
Eyewitnesses recount Deputy Pablo Bacca and Deputy E R Gentry killed by Ernest Long in Mosquero. Gentry fired back, wounding Long before dying hours later. Sheriff Sutton reports Long wounded and hospital condition uncertain amid public outcry.
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Stolen Guns Recovered Tied to Local Heist
Sheriff Sutton and Deputy Bryan recovered guns used in a killing at Mosquero linking them to Otto Johnson Hardware thefts. Weapons found in Ernest Long possession had serials filed off, one matching a listed gun. Long and Bob Holland, his brother in law, faced investigation as authorities traced ammunition and additional firearms.
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Smith and Errett to Debate State Land
State Senator Smith and County Superintendent H. H. Errett, both Republicans, plan a public debate on state land in about two weeks. No date or venue set yet, but New Home school house near Clayton is eyed. Both anticipate a large crowd and pledge a first class discussion.
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Memory of Sheriff Gentry Honored by Friends
Clayton marked the memory of Sheriff B. M. Gentry with funeral services on Monday. Businesses and offices closed for an hour while a large cortege traveled to Antioch Cemetery, where Rev. Whitefield delivered the oration. Edward Gentry’s death will linger in the county’s memory as a tribute to duty.
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Clark’s Greater Carnival Shows Rare Miniature Boxing Stunts
The Clark carnival at the Athletic Pavilion features the Hoighins Triplets masters of the mills born August 8 1906. Their father says they are three small yet skilled athletes weighing 180 pounds total. They perform nightly in matches parodying champions with rapid moves and clever tricks. Refereed by Master Fred impersonating Dr PH, outcomes vary from draws to knockouts. A Methodist Church dinner on Big Monday promises home cooked meals.
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President Wilson Backs Liberal Draft View On Married Men
President Wilson urged caution in drafting married men who are heads of families and favored selecting single men where possible. He asked Baker to set policy to avoid hardship and signaled opposition to strict exemptions, while Provost Marshal Crowder reported planned adjustments to protect farm labor until Oct 1.
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Long to be Tried This Term in Mosquero Case
District Attorney C. L. Collins stated Long will be tried at the coming term of court for the jail incident involving Deputies Gentry and Baca at Mosquero. He emphasized the state will pursue a full trial and argued against delay by any party.
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Murderer of Gentry and Bacca in County Jae
Mob violence feared after a county jail murder of deputy Gentry and Bacca by Sutton. The suspect Jones Long killed the two deputies near Mosquero en route to Clayton, then escaped into jail. authorities fear a mob. The case involves theft from Otto Johnson Hardware for the weapons used.
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