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Domestic News
July 22, 1885
The Somerset Herald
Somerset, Somerset County, Pennsylvania
What is this article about?
In Marion, Indiana, on July 15, Sheriff Holman successfully deterred a mob of 100 men from attacking the jail where prisoner Lewis, accused of assaulting Miss Vincent, was held. The mob withdrew after his warning, following a deadly clash the previous night.
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A Plucky Sheriff.
Marion, Ind., July 15.—At 11 o'clock this morning an organized mob of 100 men marched into town and halted in front of the jail containing Lewis, the negro who outraged Miss Vincent. Sheriff Holman who had repulsed a mob on the previous night, killing one man and wounding several others, appeared and stated that he was still prepared to defend the prisoner, and warned them against making an attack. This appeared to take the spirit out of the leaders, and in a short time the mob withdrew. All is now quiet and no further trouble is anticipated.
Marion, Ind., July 15.—At 11 o'clock this morning an organized mob of 100 men marched into town and halted in front of the jail containing Lewis, the negro who outraged Miss Vincent. Sheriff Holman who had repulsed a mob on the previous night, killing one man and wounding several others, appeared and stated that he was still prepared to defend the prisoner, and warned them against making an attack. This appeared to take the spirit out of the leaders, and in a short time the mob withdrew. All is now quiet and no further trouble is anticipated.
What sub-type of article is it?
Riot Or Protest
Crime
What keywords are associated?
Mob Attack
Lynching Attempt
Sheriff Defense
Prisoner Protection
Marion Indiana
What entities or persons were involved?
Lewis
Miss Vincent
Sheriff Holman
Where did it happen?
Marion, Ind.
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Marion, Ind.
Event Date
July 15
Key Persons
Lewis
Miss Vincent
Sheriff Holman
Outcome
previous night: one man killed, several wounded. this morning: mob withdrew without incident, situation quiet.
Event Details
An organized mob of 100 men marched to the jail to attack prisoner Lewis, accused of outraging Miss Vincent. Sheriff Holman, having repulsed a prior mob, warned them and deterred the attack.