Ed Masterson Shootout; April 9, 1878
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At ten o'clock last night, City Marshal Edward Masterson, discovered that a cowboy named Jack Wagner was carrying a six- shooter contrary to the City Ordinance. Wagner was at the time under the influence of liquor, but quietly gave up the pistol. The Marshal gave it to some of Wagner's friends for safe keeping and stepped out into the street. No sooner had he done so than Wagner ran out after him pulling another pistol, which the Marshal had not observed. The Marshal saw him coming and turned upon Wagner and grabbed hold of him.
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Wagner shot Marshal Masterson at once through the abdomen, being so close to him that the discharge set the Marshal's clothes on fire. Masterson then shot Wagner. About this time a man named Walker got mixed up in the fight. It appears he was a boss herder and Wagner was working under him. He also got shot once through the left lung, and his right arm Was twice broken.
Wagner, being shot ran into Peacock's saloon and fell upon the floor, where he remained until carried away by friends. He was fatally shot through the abdomen. He died on the evening of the 10th, and was buried on the hill near town (Boot Hill) at 4 P.M. on the eleventh.
Walker, the boss herder, ran through Peacock's saloon and fell some distance in the rear of the saloon from whence he was carried by his friends to a room over Wright Beverly & Co.'s store, where he now lies in a very precarious condition.
Marshal Masterson walked across the tracks and street and entering Hoover's saloon in the agonies of death he said to George Hinkle, "George, I am shot," and sank to the floor. His clothes were still on fire from the discharge of the pistol. He was carried to his brother's room where in half an hour he died.
Everyone in the City knew Ed Masterson and liked him. They liked him as a boy, they liked him as a man, and they liked him as an officer. The funeral procession marched to the military cemetery at Fort Dodge where last rites were performed.
Dodge City Times and Ford County Globe
Wagner, being shot ran into Peacock's saloon and fell upon the floor, where he remained until carried away by friends. He was fatally shot through the abdomen. He died on the evening of the 10th, and was buried on the hill near town (Boot Hill) at 4 P.M. on the eleventh.
Walker, the boss herder, ran through Peacock's saloon and fell some distance in the rear of the saloon from whence he was carried by his friends to a room over Wright Beverly & Co.'s store, where he now lies in a very precarious condition.
Marshal Masterson walked across the tracks and street and entering Hoover's saloon in the agonies of death he said to George Hinkle, "George, I am shot," and sank to the floor. His clothes were still on fire from the discharge of the pistol. He was carried to his brother's room where in half an hour he died.
Everyone in the City knew Ed Masterson and liked him. They liked him as a boy, they liked him as a man, and they liked him as an officer. The funeral procession marched to the military cemetery at Fort Dodge where last rites were performed.
Dodge City Times and Ford County Globe
Boardwalks from Hell Part 2: AC Jackson's Brush with Danger and the Pursuit of Justice in Dodge City
Immerse yourself in a thrilling journey back to the Wild West in our latest podcast episode, "AC Jackson's Brush with Danger and the Pursuit of Justice in Dodge City." The episode takes you through the dust-filled streets of Dodge City where lawlessness was a common sight and law enforcement was in dire need.
In the late 1800s, Dodge City was a frontier town where danger lurked at every corner. The episode begins with a gunshot incident caused by a cowboy named AC Jackson. Stirring up danger, Jackson fired off shots outside a restaurant in Dodge City, sparking an intense chase. The city marshal and his friend Ed, driven by a strong sense of duty and justice, attempted to apprehend Jackson, but an unexpected twist awaited them. As the episode progresses, it delves deeper into the politics of the West, with a particular focus on the impending sheriff election. A fascinating conversation unfolds between the hosts and Ed, shedding light on the need for tougher law enforcement. This section offers a glimpse into the life and challenges of those committed to maintaining law and order in the turbulent times of the Wild West. The episode takes a somber turn as it recounts the tragic story of Edd Masterson, the Deputy Marshal of Dodge City, who met his untimely death in a bar dance hall theater. The grief and rage that followed his death are palpable, offering a raw, emotional account of the harsh realities of life in the Wild West. Amid the sorrow, however, is a glimmer of hope and determination to exact revenge and uphold justice. |
Listeners are transported back to the tumultuous times of the Wild West, making them feel the dust settle post-gunfire, the public outcry for stronger law enforcement, and the stark realities of life in Dodge City. Through this riveting tale, the episode offers a captivating exploration of Dodge City's history and the enduring pursuit of justice amidst chaos and lawlessness.
The episode does an excellent job of painting a vivid picture of Dodge City's turbulent past. It offers a balanced blend of gripping narratives, insightful conversations, and poignant moments, making it a must-listen for history enthusiasts and those intrigued by the tales of the Wild West. As we revisit the past and bring alive the tales of Dodge City, we're reminded of the timeless struggle for justice and the enduring spirit of humanity in the face of adversity.
The episode does an excellent job of painting a vivid picture of Dodge City's turbulent past. It offers a balanced blend of gripping narratives, insightful conversations, and poignant moments, making it a must-listen for history enthusiasts and those intrigued by the tales of the Wild West. As we revisit the past and bring alive the tales of Dodge City, we're reminded of the timeless struggle for justice and the enduring spirit of humanity in the face of adversity.