Law Officials - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Judge James Lowrey, VA early 1600s

dreamgwhtfethr — 19 Apr 2005 5:12:11 GMT

Looking for information on a Judge James Lowrey (Lowery) in Virginia early 1600's.

Supposedly came over from England and was the Kings first Judge of Virginia.

Need documentation.

dreamgwhtfethr@aol.com

Suggestion for finding Law Enforcement Personnel

stincelli — 7 Mar 2003 3:35:39 GMT

One way is to contact the Department directly. Ask for the Media Spokesperson's Office. Then ask if they keep yearbooks. A lot of Departments do. There is usually someone in that bureau that keeps an archive pretty much up to date.

You may also want to contact the Training Academy for the particular police department. They also have some records and usually VERY interesting archival photo's of graduating classes. San Francisco Police Department, for example lines their walls with vintage academy class graduates.

Good luck with your research!

Rebecca :)

Letter to Gov Runnels

Janiece79 — 8 Oct 2006 1:43:59 GMT

My great grandfather, A.J. Haralson, wrote the following letter to Texas Gov. Hardin Richard Runnels in 1859:

January the 4th, 1859

Honorable, and
Dear Sir,

You perceive from this that after I was appointed Agent for the State of Mississippi in the Case of the Regisition [Extradition?] for Stuckey, I went and used all the means in my power to have him arrested and I regret to say to you that I met with unreasonable resistance. I regret to have to inform you that the officers in that county, instead of trying to arrest him, sent him word that I was after him and in less than 3 hours he had an armed force around his house and, even worse than that, 3 of the party rode up to me and demanded the warrant and had I of been by myself I was informed they intended to have killed me. He swears that he will kill any man that attempts to arrest him and his clan swears to protect him under all circumstances. You now see how the matter stands. All I ask is a chance.

I don’t wish to sacrifise my life nor any other person’s without a show. If you will proclaim him an outlaw to me and invest me with authority to keep all armed persons at a reasonable distance that I may think necessary, I will take him or he shal quit this state. I have said all that I deem it necessary to say on the subject. If Your Honor is not satisfyde with the evidence before you, I can refer you to men whose word can’t be doubted. Your Honor will I hope cause the necessary instructions to be forwarded to me immediately. I have the honor to remain with high respect your most humble servant.

Does anyone know who Stuckey is? What kind of "Agent" is this and who would have appointed him? Is there documentation somewhere for this appointment?

My great grandfather kept a very low profile and there is little known about him except that he was born in NC and his father was born in VA.

George Frederick Flanders, Emanuel Co., GA

charon — 21 Aug 2005 5:23:42 GMT

george fredrick flanders and his twin brother joseph were both in law enforcement in the late 1800's to early 1900's.joseph being a deputy in swainsboro was killed in action does anyone know how? also i've been told their nephew neil was a deputy does anyone know?

Okanogan Police Department, Okanogan, WA.

Ed. McConnell — 26 Mar 2004 4:00:53 GMT

Police Officers 1970s and 1980s. Ed. McConnell, Dan La Roche, A. Pheasant, Larry Cline, Dave Snyder, Mike Jaquish, Jeff Jefferis, Pete Hallenius, Jess Mack, Juanita Sharp, Police Department discontinued service in the 1980s.

Sergeant Albert Booth

karenadams2466 — 16 Oct 2005 1:49:57 GMT

I have been searching for a photo of my grandfather in his uniform, I have contacted the historical societies, etc. Any help would be appreciated.

Edward Elijaha(Elias) Taber, Justice of Peace in Yahola, OK

susankline74 — 2 Dec 2006 10:02:20 GMT

My 2nd Great grandfather is Edward Elijaha(Elias) Taber married to Mary Thompson.. I have a copy of marriage license for Tom Taber and Minnie Bell Smith that shows Edward as Justice of the Peace in Yahola, Oklahoma dated 1909. If you have any info about this Taber line please contact me.I also need help locating any info on Yahola,OK . Thanks

Police Museums

Charles W. Frank — 14 Sep 2006 4:32:37 GMT

Thanx to a Lister who suggested I check for a local Police Museum, I found a site that lists a number of them:
www.policeone.com/news/118931

Police Personnel Records

Charles W. Frank — 7 Feb 2006 2:07:13 GMT

My grandfather was a Patrolman in Jersey City, NJ from the late 20's til early 1950. I have written to the Dept. in J.C. twice in 4 years. No answer in regard to obtaining copies of his records. I wrote to the P.B.A. in J.C.. No answer. I wrote to the Mayors office twice in 4 years. No answer. The N.J. State P.B.A. is the only one that did respond; they don't keep records. Does anyone know the right place/person to request Police Personnel Records from?

Ananias James, Austin, TX

CedricBurdett — 28 Jun 2006 4:39:51 GMT

Ananias James was a police officer in Austin ,Texas c 1924-1954. I am interested in any arrests, partners, encounters,
or anecdotals about this officer.

B.F. Marshall, sheriff, Calaveras County, CA

Barry Schwoerer — 13 Jun 2006 6:02:15 GMT

B. F. Marshall was 1st sheriff of Murphys CA in early 1850's, then second sheriff of Calaveras County. We have the appointment papers for both positions. Family lore says Ben was a Deputy US Marshall before coming to California. He also served in the US Army in the Mexican War.

Anyone out there have any definitive information and history of his service in the Mexican War or confirm his service as a Deputy US Marshall?

Ben originates from Louisville, KY and could be related to Charles Marshall, Aide-d-Camp to GEN Robert E. Lee. General Lee's farewell address to the Army of the Potomoc was penned by Charles Marshall (then COL Confederate Army) and later found in his personal affects in Louisville.

Lawmen and Outlaws

11944 — 12 Mar 2006 5:06:47 GMT

http://marti.rootsweb.com/law/lawmen.htm
OKGenWeb

http://marti.rootsweb.com/law/lawmena.htm?o_xid=0022468880&a...

Officer rosters, IL, past 40-50 years

Suz1957 — 19 Apr 2005 5:04:29 GMT

Does anyone have any idea, or possibly a web site connection, on how to access department rosters over the years? I have several relatives that were law officers, and I am trying to find the years they were active, and for what areas, as well as other officers that may have worked with them. I am looking for a site or address that could help in the state of Illinois, that would encompass the last 40 or 50 years. Thanks.

Policeman

Sue Ellen Hartford — 12 Nov 2005 8:46:54 GMT

My Uncle Harold Hartford was a policeman
In Grundy,Dorchester,Pound,
Does anyone knows how i can find That info?

3 City of Dallas Police Officers buried at Long Creek Cemetery, Dallas County, Tx

bobbybennett1 — 28 Aug 2005 5:12:23 GMT

In my research of the Long Creek Cemetery, Sunnyvale, Dallas county, Texas for the 150th anniversary, I have found 3 City of Dallas Police Officers. All would have served about 1910 to 1930: John Will Allen, Cornealius Franklin Isbell and Samuel Franklin Lovell. I am seeking information on any others buried at Long Creek Cemetery and information on how/where to search for information on these 3. Their correct services dates(what I have is from census information) and any information on their service records and possible awards.
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I have been asked to research the families of those buried at Long Creek Cemetery, Dallas County, Texas for their 150 anniversary. I have started a listing at. http://wc.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=longcreek

If you have any information on the families buried there please contact me. Visit the page and see if you can offer additions or correction to the information. Any information or possible sources are welcome. Information for unmarked graves is very important.

The Long Creek Cemetery Association website is : http://www.longcreekcemetery.com/

To receive our quarterly newsletter email your postal address to longcreekcemetery@hotmail.com

Eddie Miller, Sheriff, Blount Co.,Alabama

lawteedah07 — 23 Jul 2005 9:09:11 GMT

The following is a transcription of the newspaper clipping found among papers from my grandparents estate ; Title-EDDIE MILLER,58, VETERAN BLOUNT LAWMAN,BURIED Oneonta, Alabama-July 5-- [abt 1940-50?] Eddie Miller, 58, the former Blount County Sheriff who led the first big raid on the Bangor Cave gambling establishment in the 30's, died yesterday after a long illness. Miller was appointed Sheriff in 1937 & was largely instrumental in breaking up the gambling activities at the famed night spot. Miller was reelected twice, serving a total of nine & one-half years as sheriff. he was serving as a special state investigator at the time of his death. He was appointed a state investigator during the first Folsom administration & reappointed when Folsom took office again as governor. Funeral services were held this afternoon at the local Baptist Church. Officiating were the Reverend H. J. beasley & the Reverend Pryde E. Hinton. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Lemley Funeral home was in charge. Surviving are six sons, a daughter, four brothers, two sisters & nine grandchildren.

Fred J. DeGraff

maryfox402 — 21 May 2005 11:24:23 GMT

Earlier this year a posted a message about Fred J. DeGraff being a police officer for Cobleskill in the early 1800's it should of been the early 1900's. Sorry for the mishap.-

Deposition of William H. Woodcock, police officer, Marysville, CA 1857

storknurse — 4 Dec 2006 12:09:47 GMT

Excerpted from the California Legislative record for 1858

Exhibit No. 7

Wm. H. WOODCOCK, of Marysville, being duly sworn before the Committee, deposes:

About the middle of last July, I arrested, in my capacity as Police officer, at Marysville, a man convict [sic] of grand larceny at Coloma, by the name of Edward PHELPS, alias Dick TURPIN, who I knew had escaped from Marin State Prison. I confined him in the station-house for about a week or ten days, and could have arrested him before had I thought it was necessary. On the day of his arrest I wrote to Gen. ESTELL, directing the letter to "Gen. ESTELL, Lessee State Prison, State of California," stating the fact of his arrest, description, &c. Not receiving any answer to same, I wrote to some of my acquaintances at San Francisco, who informed me that I would not be paid the expense of keeping and returning said prisoner, and I released him. Since that time I have seen several other escaped convicts, but I could not pay the expense of returning them from my own resources.

W. H. WOODCOCK

Sworn and subscribed before me, at Sacramento, Feb. 18th, 1857. Geo. H. ROGERS, Chairman

Officers, CA State Prison 1877-1878

storknurse — 4 Dec 2006 12:09:47 GMT

Excerpts from Report of The State Prison by the Senate Committee; 1877-1878

List of Officars of California State Prison
Lt. Governor James A. JOHNSON, Warden
Col. James W. HAWKINS, Captain of the Guard
Capt. M. TRAINOR, Comissary
Capt. A.C. MCALLISTER, Captain of the Yard
Capt. Charles AULL, Turnkey
J. E. PELHAM, MD, Physician
L. BARTLETT, Clerk
Capt. R.F. VARNEY, Upper Gate-keeper
Capt. Walter FERRAL, Lower Gate-keeper
G.W. COFFEY, Engineer
Capt. J.E. RYAN, Captain of First Night Watch
Capt. Thomas H. RECTOR, Captian of Second Night Watch

Source: Appendix to the Journals of the State and Assembly of the 22nd Session of the Legislature of the State of California; Vol IV, 1878

Lawmen who chased Butch Cassidy

Renee — 21 Feb 2005 3:32:34 GMT

My family has a story (as many families do)that my Great-Grandfather was a lawman who help chase Butch Cassidy. He died at an early age so it has been hard to find out much about him. He lived in Utah near where Butch grew up so don't don't if story just came out of that or if there is some truth to it. I also have a pic of him on a horse looking as if he could have been a lawman. Anyway,should I look under Pinkertons or the railroads or both?
Appreciate any advise as I've never tried this kind of research.
Thanks
Renee

Court jury member

Vanwijnsberghe G. — 10 Apr 2005 8:43:36 GMT

In 1830 was a USA county court jury member necessarily a inhabitant of the county?
Thanks.
G. & L.M. Vanwijnsberghe-Hunt.

Fred Degraff, Deputy Sheriff, Courtland Co., NY

maryfox402 — 19 Apr 2005 3:53:42 GMT

I'm looking for information on Fred DeGraff that was a police officer in Cobleskill NY in the early 1800's. He was also a Deputy Sheriff for Cortland County NY.

Lansford Stallings, Sheriff, Cherokee Co., AL 1845

avtech1 — 19 Apr 2005 3:54:46 GMT

Looking for info on gt gt gt uncle Lansford Stallings from Duplin Cnty NC, born about 1805 married Catherine, moved to Alabama with brother William, Was cherokee cnty's 3rd sheriff in 1844, murdered by lawyer Samuel Hinton in 1845.
Any help is appreciated.
My email is avtech@powernet.org

Patrick Deane, USA judge, jailed for unknown crimes

EdelCodd22 — 19 Apr 2005 3:57:54 GMT

Am looking for information on Patrick Deane/Deen, who was a judge in the United States and who went to jail for unknown crimes, no earlier than 1908 but could be as late as 1978.

Very vague, but I don't know much about him other than that, except that he was born in Co. Kerry, Ireland, probably in Lixnaw, any time between 1888 and 1908. His father, Jeremiah, was born near Anascaul, Co. Kerry, Ireland in1868, and his mother was about 18 when they married; unfortunately, I don't yet have specifics.

Am not really expecting anything, but maybe some crime buff out there may have heard of him.

Langan (b. IRE), Police Chief, Omaha, NE early 1900s

mjphughes — 19 Apr 2005 3:58:53 GMT

Looking for a male LANGAN who was born in Ireland, circa 1885, became Police Chief in Omaha, Nebraska.

Any info most welcome.
Liz

Liverpool, UK police records

Sharon Woodhams — 14 Nov 2004 3:44:42 GMT

Hi - my grandfather was in the Liverpool police force in 1919 - and was sacked for going on strike over conditions. Would anyone have any idea if and how I can get hold of his police record? I have info on the strike obtained several years ago, but would like to pad out his career history.

Thanks for any help......

Sharon

ROBERT HASKEL OWENS about 1898 to 1962

T6AMUNRAPTAH — 6 Nov 2004 8:34:16 GMT

my maternal grandfather, Gainesville (Alachua county), Florida, however born in Albany, New York. He worked as a sheriff for Alachua county. According to one NY census record his parents were Richard & Margaret and he has at least one older sister Ethel born about 1895 - I Do not know if this information is accurate. Would love to learn more, ancestry and connect with any relatives. Thanks!

Newt Conley, marshall

dollinky_1960 — 19 Apr 2005 3:59:43 GMT

My Great Grandfather's name was Ira Newt Conley. As far back as I can remember I have been told he was a marshall was shot in the on his way home from the grocery store with my great aunt in one arm and a bag of groceries in the other. does any one have any information on this It would have in the early 1900's after 1915. Any information on him would be appreciated

Edward O'Leary, police officer or government agent.

jack o'leary — 19 Apr 2005 4:00:28 GMT

I'm looking for information on Edward O'Leary, who was born in Wexford Ireland and entered the U.S.A. in 1907. He became a police man or a member of some arm of the law. He was shot dead during the prohibition era, in, we thought, Chicago. However ,Chicago Police have no record of the incident, so it may have been in another part of Ill. Any info would be appreciated.

Emery Elmer Westfall, police officer in Richland Co, IL

ljett39 — 19 Apr 2005 4:01:00 GMT

I have a picture of my gg grandpa Emery Elmer Westfall in a police uniform. Nothing written on the back. He lived in Noble Village (or twp), Richland Co, ILL before 1914 and after 1920.He was in Arkansas the 6 years in between where he was a farmer. How can I found out about his police service? Don't know if he was city, county or state officer.

William M. Hall, U.S Marshall or Texas Ranger?

19 Apr 2005 4:05:15 GMT

I am hoping someone could inform me on how to find out if my GGGgrandfather was in law enforcement. My GGGgrandfather, William M. Hall was either a U.S Marshall or Texas Ranger. He was born in TX in 1866 and lived in Kansas and I.T/OK. Any info or suggestions is greatly appreciated. Thanks, S

Anthony McNerny, City Marshall, Joliet, IL

NancyWilliamson48 — 19 Apr 2005 4:05:58 GMT

Looking for any information on Anthony McNerny, City Marshal of Joliet, Illinois in the 1860's. He is noted in the directory of the as marshal, but with no additional information. The only other info I have is a mention in the newspaper on the Pickles muder. Any help appreciated.

Boston Police Archives

kh440 — 7 Aug 2006 2:25:49 GMT

Researchers may be interested in this information if they have had an ancestor work for the Boston police.

http://www.bostonfamilyhistory.com/org_main.html

Boston Police Archives
1555 Hyde Park Avenue, Hyde Park, MA 02136-2486; Donna M. Wells, Records manager & Archivist; phone (617) 343-5166; fax (617) 343-5063; Hours: Mon.ñFri. by appointment from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (closed for 1 hour lunch, time varies) Email wellsd.bpd@ci.boston.ma.us. Holdings include personnel information on individuals who were employed as Boston police officers (bulk dates 1878-1961). The information in any given file might include: date of appointment; transfers; promotions; rewards, awards, and/or medals received; date of retirement of death, etc. Additional holdings include: diaries; a 1901 souvenir book with biographical sketches and photos of every officer on the force at the time, etc.

Check to make sure phone numbers and address have not changed since the posting of this information.

William James Bartlett, sheriff, Fromberg, MT

Christine Robinson — 19 Apr 2005 4:09:31 GMT

I have a picture of my great-great-grandfather taken about 1917 in Fromberg MT. He has on a star shaped badge. I was told by a family member in the past that he was a sheriff in Fromberg. His name was William James Bartlett. Anybody know of an internet source? I have not been able to find anything. Thanks.

Honor your ancestor Peace Officers

KentuckyBumpkin — 19 Apr 2005 4:17:37 GMT

Ok all ya all that have relatives that were Sheriffs, Deputies and such. Now’s your chance
to put them online to honor them. Send me their information and I will post them on my
new website: Peace Officers, Sheriffs, Deputys, Fire & Rescue Ancestors.
http://www.geocities.com/jimallen472004/peaceofficer.html
Kygal@tampabay.rr.com

Sam Valentine, Marshal, WA 1909

EM — 19 Apr 2005 4:23:15 GMT

Sam Valentine, Town Marshal at Twisp, Washington State, in 1909. Picture available at Okanogan Museum, Okanogan, WA.

James Emory Coker, U.S. Marshal or Deputy, OK

Linda Bush — 19 Apr 2005 4:23:53 GMT

I am trying to find info on James Emory Coker, moved to Chickasha Nat. Ind. Terr., Ok. (what is now Stephens Co., Marlow area) around 1888. All my family says he was a U.S. Federal Marshal and is buried somewhere around Amarillo, Tx.I don`t even know where to begin looking for this info. I`ve looked at the Ok. site about Lawmen and Outlaws but couldn`t find anything. I would greatly appreciate it if someone could stear me in the right direction.
thanks,
Linda bush

Hans Martin Iverson, Deputy Sheriff in Chicago about 1930

hoseim — 19 Apr 2005 4:24:22 GMT

Does anybody know anything about Hans Martin Iverson born in Norway abot 1862? He was a deputy sheriff in Chicago. Think his wife died and he remarried a younger woman in ca 1925. He had several kids Conrad, Anna, Alfred, Olaf, Halfrid.

Simon peter Van Etten, US Marshal or Sheriff, NY

ahealydsnine — 4 Sep 2006 4:49:47 GMT

Does any one know how I can find information on a US Marshal or Sheriff in Steuben Co., NY, 1860, 1865. I am looking for Simon Peter VAN ETTEN.

U.S. Deputy Marshall William Mauldin, SC

Nancy Carty — 19 Apr 2005 4:32:32 GMT

I am looking for any information on my Great Grandfather.....I'm pretty sure his first name was William and his last name was Mauldin. He was the Marshall or Sheriff of the little town named after him......Mauldin, South Carolina....he married an Indian princess......full blooded cherokee......and they had 13 children.....one of which is my grandfather.....Arthur W. Mauldin. Trying to locate what Cemetery he is buried in down in South Carolina. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Nancy C.

Sheriff Jeremiah Guinn, Fentress County, TN

laurajackson1 — 19 Apr 2005 4:24:58 GMT

I am trying to locate any information on my g-g-g-grandfather Jeremiah Guinn. He was the Sheriff of Fentress County TN in 1836.

Edward S. CLARK worked Pinkerton Cleveland office - died 1946

MARY L HEISER — 11 Mar 2004 6:31:53 GMT

ANY INFORMATION ABOUT EDWARD S CLARK WHO WORKED IN THE PINKERTON CLEVELAND OFFICE ABOUT 1940 TO 1946. HE DIED IN 1946.
THANKS,
MARY

Alexander Simpson, police constable in Scotland, 1800's

Kelly Hughes — 27 Aug 2003 5:59:58 GMT

I am looking for any information on Alexander Simpson b about 1820's, died after 1881 in Scotland. Married to Mary Bayne/Bain 22 Nov 1852, one son that I know of, Richard Simpson, married to Jane Marnoch. Alexander Simpson used to be a police constable in Scotland. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Turner W. Wright, deputy Arizona Ranger

lori — 19 Apr 2005 4:26:54 GMT

My Grandfather was supposedly a deputy Arizona Ranger. He lived in or around Cochise County in 1916 or so. His name was Turner W. Wright-his wife's name was Marie. Is there a place where I can prove this? Or substantiate it? Thank you. Lori

Thomas Allen Wesson, law officer?

Patty Flynn — 19 Apr 2005 4:27:24 GMT

I am looking for my G/Grandfather Thomas Allen Wesson he was b. 1859 in Lauderdale Co. Al. We have a picture of him with a U.S. Marsheals or a Texas Ranger badge pined on to his coat. We have no story of him as a law officer. He left the family after a fight and no one in the family saw him again. We would like to know if he waas ever a officer of the law. Can anyone help?
Thank you
Patty

W.R. Losson, Paris TX, abt 1887

Mike — 19 Apr 2005 4:28:06 GMT

I am searching for more information on my gggrandfather W.R. Losson he was commissioned out of Paris, Tx under Sheb Williams around 1887.
Anyone with any idea of where I can find out more, please let me know,
Thanks
Mike
kmichael45@yahoo.com

Sam Sapp - High Sheriff, Georgia

lacee65 — 22 Dec 2003 6:01:38 GMT

Hello,
I am searching for a Sam Sapp. I'm sorry, I have no dates for him at all really. All I know is that he was married to my great grandmother, Sophronia Bussell Sapp from Irwin County Georgia, b. late 1860s to early 1870s d. 1928 in Clermont, Florida. When I found Sophronia in the Irwin Co. 1900 census, she had 4 children but no man there. My family says that Sam abandoned the family, although I don't know when. I do know that their youngest son was born in 1899 in Irwin County and their oldest was born in the 1880s. On person has said that Sam Sapp was High Sheriff (I'm not sure what that term means "high") in Georgia and went to Florida where my grandfather and family was then and settled. My grandfather never spoke of his father so we have no other information on him. Anyone with any information, please email me or reply here. Thank you! -Tonya

Pinkerton Detectives

Nmbr1mom0071 — 5 Nov 2003 11:50:21 GMT

Does anyone know how to get a list of female pinkertons or have any suggestions on finding hidden records? I have an ancestor who reportedly was a pinkerton & also cousin to Mary Todd.She almost ceases to exist on what I've found.

William HAWKINS may have been Arizona Sheriff

@@dhawk42@hotmail.com — 14 Oct 2003 4:41:19 GMT

need info on my uncle William Hawkins born herefordshire england about 1873 last heard of 1901 in london england may have emigrated to USA wanted to become a sherriff in Arizona but dont know if he got that far.If anyone has more on him in case he ended up in another state also.May have come through Ellis Island between 1904 onwards at any time to 1930s?Need all the help I can get tracking him down do not know if he married or had children please e-mail me at dhawk42@hotmail.com many thanks Dorothy

Pinkerton Detectives - 1920s-1930s - Michigan / Illinois

DHolth4399 — 8 Jun 2006 2:51:16 GMT

Does anyone know if there is a website on the Pinkerton Detective Agency for the dates listed above? I am looking for the whereabouts of a possible detective from that era named William Stang - it is rumor in the family and we are not even sure. Did they have agencies in each state or would you have to go through a central place to find the detective? Not really sure how Pinkerton worked back then.

Thanks for any help,

Debbie

Henry Clay Boden, Sheriff in Mankato, KS

fnhitzel — 19 Apr 2005 5:03:16 GMT

Henry Clay Boden was sheriff during the late 1800's. Any
information about him would be welcome.

North Carolina Constables

pmopp1 — 15 Apr 2005 3:27:13 GMT

Family lore says that my Ggrandfather was a constable in North Carolina. He was born ca 1872, so I'm estimating that he would have held this position in 1892 or later. Does anyone on the list know if, and where, I can obtain the records that list the names of people that held this title? Thanks in advance, and have a great day.....pam

Rene Harrison Gaston, TX Ranger

BLEBLANC5351 — 19 Apr 2005 4:33:44 GMT

Need information on Rene Harrison Gaston, Texas Ranger 1880-1900.

Tucker and Randolph County

mccurdie — 14 May 2003 6:11:57 GMT

Looking for information and media accounts of crime and law officials, inlcuding court information and politics in these two counties for 1980s.

Thanks.

George Redmond Tucker, Peace Officer TX, OK Death Certificate

medough1 — 19 Apr 2005 4:45:47 GMT

Son of William M. and Catherine Tucker, Franklin Co., AR

Death Certificate for George Redman Tucker
State Deparment of Health, State of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK

Registrar's No. 240

Place of Death: Carter County
City: Ardmore
Usual Residence of Deceased: Okla., Carter County, City of Ardmore
Citizen of Foreign country? No
Years in the community: 26 years
Full Name: George Redman Tucker
Male, White, Widowed
Birth date of deceased: Aug. 19, 1855
Age: 89 years, 5 months, 2 days
Birthplace: City - Unknown, State - Arkansas
Usual occupation: Peace Officer
Father Name: Unknown Tucker
Birthplace: Unknown
Mothers Name: Unknown
Birthplace: Unknown
Informant's own signature: Bert Tucker [son]
Informant's Address: Healdton, Okla.
Burial: Date - Jan. 23, 1945
Place; burial or creamtion: Ardmore, Okla.
body embalmed? Yes
Signature of embalmer: H. H. Hitchock
Signature of Funeral Director: Callere ? Bros.
Address: Healdton, Okla.
Registrar: Daisy [last name unreadable]
Medical Certification:
Date of death: Jan. 21st, 1945
I hereby certify that I attended the deceased from Jan. 8, 1945 to Jan 21, 1945 that I last saw him alive on Jan 21, 1945 and that death occurred on the date and hour stated above.
Immediate cause of death: Hemoplegia ? [unreadable] 13 days
Right side paralysis complete
Due to: Arteriosclerosis

Signature: J. V. Jackson, MD
Address: Ardmore, OK Date signed: 1-22-45

Sheriff Francis Marion Bain, OK Territory

pennymcnatt1 — 19 Apr 2005 4:35:29 GMT

I'm looking for my great-grand father who was oklahoma's territory sherriff francis marion bain born feb9,1875-died nov 22,1958. He was the first indian sherriff. Any one who has information please contact me.

Glever Dallas Jackson, policeman, Sylacauga or Mignon, AL

JerrieJackson — 19 Apr 2005 4:55:51 GMT

I have a photograph of my grandfather in a policeman's uniform holding one of his children Anderson who lived 1905-1908. I would like to confirm that Glever was a policeman in Sylacauga or Mignon, Alabama. Need some kind of record. He also was a policeman in Dallas, Texas. He left Sylacauga, AL around 1908 so anytime between 1908 and 1943 he was a policeman in Dallas. I need some confirmation and dates to that. Anyone that can tell me how to search I would appreciate it.
Sincerely, Jerrie Oldmedic@aol.com

Breckenridge CO Town Marshals 1875-1900

steve Anderson — 15 Mar 2003 9:39:10 GMT

I am writing a history of law enforcement in Summit County, Colorado with Breckenridge Officers being the main focus. Following is a list of men who served as Breckenridge Town Marshals from 1875-1900.

Samual Blair abt. 1881
Euceno Owens abt. 1884
C. C. Chamberlain, abt. 1886
G. E. Conrad abt. 1887
W.J Reeder, abt.1889
C.M. Drake, abt. 1890
Hiram King, abt. 1897
If you have any information on any of these men, please contact me at mountie1961@cs.com

Robert Edward Jones, Deputy Sheriff, Macon, GA

KEVIN — 19 Apr 2005 4:45:01 GMT

ANY INFO WOULD BE GREATLY THANKED !!

James Adkins, MO Sheriff or Police Chief

dr23327098 — 19 Apr 2005 4:54:52 GMT

James Adkins was a Sherrif or Chief of Police in Missouri somewhere between 1920-1952. I'm not sure what county but he lived and died in Kennett, Dunklin County, MO,
But he was burried in Clay County,MO. If anyone knows how to get ant of these records or newspaper clippings that would be great. Thanks in advance

John Regan, police officer, Flushing, NY

cassandra cowles — 19 Apr 2005 5:06:45 GMT

am looking for any information on a police officer shot in the line of duty, in flushing, new york. early 1900's ?
john regan.

Judge Edward Charles Bates

JerrieJackson — 19 Apr 2005 5:19:08 GMT

Like you I am searching for my grandfather who was a lawyer and a judge. Edward Charles Bates, b. March 6, 1866 in Greenwich, CT and died October 30, 1930 in Montgomery, AL. He lived in several places, Texas, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, etc. Supposedly went to Harvard. Where do I find lists?

Thanks,
Jerrie Oldmedic@aol.com

Sheriff for "Austin's Colony," Texas

courtney175 — 21 May 2003 4:51:57 GMT

How would I find a man that was a sheriff for "Austin's Colony" , Texas. Is there a list to be had?

Amos Robinson, Sheriff of Sullivan County, TN

srobinson_1 — 19 Apr 2005 4:59:03 GMT

amos robinson was a sheriff of sulivan co. in the 1930 range and served several terms as i have been told. does anyone have any addional information on him? thanks

John Henry Carmichael, Sheriff of Limestone County, Texas

CeliaCarmichael51 — 7 Jul 2004 5:09:50 GMT

Looking for info on my great grandfather John Henry Carmichael, Sheriff of Limestone County Texas. Probably sheriff in the late 1880's

Joel Napolean Flowers, Sheriff of Allen County 1909

Alice Williams — 19 Apr 2005 5:01:23 GMT

My grandfather was Sheeiff in Allen County in 1909
Joel Napolean Flowers

First Female Constable in Massachusetts

marydayo — 21 May 2003 4:55:37 GMT

Seeking information on the first female Constable in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Could she have been Rosanna Borden/Bourden? Where would I go to search for such info?
Thank you.
Mary

Jesse S. Lunsford, Deputy Marshall, AS 1897

parkershores — 19 Apr 2005 5:02:07 GMT

Searching for info on Jesse S. Lunsford b. abt. 1840 TN.
Served as Deputy Marshall for the Western District of Arkansas. Took Oath of Office in 1897, 1901.
Thank you
vicki lunsford smith

Robert McDaniel, Deputy Sheriff, Manchester, Clay Co.

Renee — 19 Apr 2005 5:02:42 GMT

I am searching for info on a Robert McDaniel who was a Deputy Sherrif believe in Manchester, Clay county around the late 1940's or early 50's any help would be appreciated.

John W. Stout, Sheriff, Pope Co., AR, late 1860s

Kathy V. — 19 Apr 2005 5:07:56 GMT

Would like to find out why John Wesley Stout left his position as sheriff of Pope Co., AR and located to Yell Co., AR. The information that I have says that he left under suspicious circumstances.

George R. Tucker, U.S. Marshall Northern District, Texas

medough — 21 May 2003 4:58:54 GMT

Researching one of his siblings. Trying to acquire more information on George R. Tucker, former US Marshall Northern District, TX, living in Healdton OK in 1937 (personal interview posted to Oklahoma USGenweb site). Please contact me.

Mary

William C. Powell, Police Captain, New Warrick, New Jersey

debra dunning — 21 May 2003 4:59:45 GMT

I'm looking for any info. on a William C. Powell that was a Police Captain in New Warrick, NJ in 1937.

Arthur S. Maze, Muncie, IN 1930 Police officer

PamelaWages46 — 19 Apr 2005 5:08:50 GMT

I am looking for information on my grandfather Arthur S. Maze. He is listed in the Emmerson 1929-1930 city directory as living at 1608 Luick Ave. Muncie, He is listed as being a Policeman. any information would be greatly appreciated. thanks

Mason De Witt

Richmondont — 11 Jan 2006 5:27:44 GMT

Does any one Know any history on Mason Bliss DeWitt he was sheriff of Ponca Dixon county,Neb. for three terms b. 1836 died 1927

Robert JAMES , Sheriff in VA

Anne Lockard — 19 Apr 2005 5:09:24 GMT

Trying to find out when Robert JAMES was Sheriff of Buchannan or Dickenson County, Va. He was m) Cosby COLEMAN, b) 1862. They later moved to WV. Thanks for your time.

George Gorman - early 1900s in Dade County, Florida

EdwardPaulFlynn — 21 May 2003 5:04:13 GMT

George Gorman, originally from Philadelphia, PA, moved to Florida and became deputy sheriff in Dade County (or Miami-Dade County) in early 1900s.
He was my paternal grandmother's brother. His wife was a Penna. Dutch and I do not know her name.
Is there any descendants of George Gorman out there? I would love to hear from them.
Thanks!

Jim Jamison

skeesbury — 19 Apr 2005 5:11:35 GMT

Does anyone have information about Jim Jamison being a lawmen in the late 1800's?

Henry Thomas, aka Rhyne Bryson, AL>NC

RobinBryson1953 — 19 Apr 2005 5:14:52 GMT

Looking for a Henry Thomas b. 1840 d. 1911, who was supposedly living in Alabama and was High Sheriff there and committed a murder and left the state to wind up in NC with a new name, Rhyne Bryson. He suffered a fatal accident in Spencer, NC, in a train machine shop. Any old stories from older relatives? I would like to hear them.

William B. Lowe, Constable of Wetzel County, WV

R. Lowe — 19 Apr 2005 5:16:00 GMT

My Great Grandpa was the constable of Wetzel County WV for over twenty five years.
Is there any documentation of this?
His name was William B. Lowe
Thanks,
R. Lowe

Judge Bell, NC, SC, MS, or AL 1830s-1900

Clarence Bell — 19 Apr 2005 5:18:48 GMT

Looking for a judge in NC,SC,MS or AL with surname Bell.Between 1830's to 1900. And if there is a list please let me know. p.s. also may have been lawyer also.