Tag Archives: Rice Family

A Christmas Lynching

Posted on December 25, 2025 by sdbowling

A long-running feud between two families led to a bloody jail raid and murder on Christmas Day. Learn about the events from this spectacular trial from 1929. Continue reading →

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Constable Killed, Shooter Executed

Posted on January 13, 2023 by sdbowling

Three shots rang out from the dark corner of the room. Constable Hiram Smith died instantly.

A year and 12 days later, his shooter was executed by the state for the murder. Continue reading →

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