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Story September 5, 1898 Event 1 of 2

The Sun

New York, New York County, New York

What is this article about?

Three masked robbers entered the residence of James B. Bidwell and tortured him and his wife by holding lighted lamps to their feet to force them to reveal the hiding place of their money. They secured nothing. Bidwell is in a serious condition.

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Masked Robbers Torture a Man and His Wife.

Sharon, Pa., Sept. 4.—Three masked robbers last night entered the residence of James B. Bidwell at New Hamburg near here and tortured him and his wife by holding lighted lamps to their feet in order to force them to divulge the hiding place of their money. They secured nothing. Bidwell is in a serious condition.

What sub-type of article is it?

Crime Story

What themes does it cover?

Crime Punishment Misfortune

What keywords are associated?

Masked Robbers Torture Robbery New Hamburg

What entities or persons were involved?

James B. Bidwell

Where did it happen?

New Hamburg Near Sharon, Pa.

Story Details

Key Persons

James B. Bidwell

Location

New Hamburg Near Sharon, Pa.

Event Date

Sept. 4

Story Details

Three masked robbers entered the residence of James B. Bidwell and tortured him and his wife by holding lighted lamps to their feet to force them to reveal the hiding place of their money. They secured nothing. Bidwell is in a serious condition.

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