From a Carlisle Court to a Mormon Founding Tale
A revelatory courtroom narrative follows a Carlisle robbery case and its key witness, Joe Slifer. The District Attorney exposes a counterfeited identity, leading to a swift conviction and later perjury charges. A digressive family tale about Brigham Young and Mormon origins closes with lessons on fate and reputation.
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Carlisle
Joe Slifer
Slifer
Norcott
Caleb Wye
Dodger
Wye & Pleasants
Mr. Pleasants
Pleasants
Wye
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Chicago
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Walltam P
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Wolf & Landt
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Omee
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Ustice OF the
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Lick OF the Peace
Noraryr Pustic
Ustice OF the Peace
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Ywonyncer
Oerder
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Reaces
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E H Pound
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Clarence Cotowa
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Culbertson & Jack's
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Farmers Insurance CO
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Boot & Shoe Shop
Cedar St
Virgin Block
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London Saturday Review
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