13 May 1909 - West Branch Times
J. F. Doty of West Liberty, a hardware merchant, was found dead in his store Tuesday morning about seven o'clock with a bullet hole in his neck and a revolver lying by his side. The discovery was made by one of his clerks. Some uncertainty is expressed whether it is a case of murder or suicide, and this may never be decided.
Mr. Doty is survived by his wife and two daughters. His death is a great shock to the community where he was held in high esteem.
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J. F. Doty of West Liberty, a hardware merchant, was found dead in his store Tuesday morning about seven o'clock with a bullet hole in his neck and a revolver lying by his side. The discovery was made by one of his clerks. Some uncertainty is expressed whether it is a case of murder or suicide, and this may never be decided.
Mr. Doty is survived by his wife and two daughters. His death is a great shock to the community where he was held in high esteem.
Contributor:
Collene Family Finder - [email protected]
13 May 1909 - West Branch Times
J. F. Doty of West Liberty, a hardware merchant, was found dead in his store Tuesday morning about seven o'clock with a bullet hole in his neck and a revolver lying by his side. The discovery was made by one of his clerks. Some uncertainty is expressed whether it is a case of murder or suicide, and this may never be decided.
Mr. Doty is survived by his wife and two daughters. His death is a great shock to the community where he was held in high esteem.
Contributor:
Collene Family Finder - [email protected]
J. F. Doty of West Liberty, a hardware merchant, was found dead in his store Tuesday morning about seven o'clock with a bullet hole in his neck and a revolver lying by his side. The discovery was made by one of his clerks. Some uncertainty is expressed whether it is a case of murder or suicide, and this may never be decided.
Mr. Doty is survived by his wife and two daughters. His death is a great shock to the community where he was held in high esteem.
Contributor:
Collene Family Finder - [email protected]
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