Apprehension of fugitives from justice papers, 1875-1879.

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Apprehension of fugitives from justice papers, 1875-1879.

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These papers document the actions or petitions for actions by Governor James B. McCreary to bring about the apprehension of fugitives from justice. Included are requests to the governor for warrants on those who jump bail; rewards to be offered for fugitives; and copies of pertinent indictments and case histories. Also included are reports confirming the apprehension of fugitives.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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Kentucky. Governor (1875-1879 : McCreary)

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McCreary, James B. (James Bennett), 1838-1918

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James Bennett McCreary (July 8, 1838 - October 8, 1918) was born in Richmond, Kentucky, the son of Dr. Edmund R. and Sabrina (Bennett) McCreary. During the Civil War, McCreary served with John Hunt Morgan in the 11th Kentucky Cavalry. He served as Governor of Kentucky from 1875-1879 and 1911-1915. He served in the US House of Representatives from 1884-1897. He also served in the US Senate 1903-1909. In 1914, McCreary ran for the US Senate, but lost. He died in Richmond in 1918. From ...