LACEY, Charles – (d. 1889)
Shot by A Horse Thief
Charles LACEY, a well known liveryman of Memphis, was shot and killed at Dexter, Tenn., by a negro named Bill SWIFT. A few days ago SWIFT stole a mule from John FARABLE, a farmer, living near Dexter, and brought it to Memphis, where he effected a trade with LACY.
FARRABLE appeared and claimed the mule. LACEY swore out a warrant for SWIFT’s arrest and in company with FARRABLE drove out to the thief’s house. SWIFT was ready for them, and as LACEY opened the door shot him dead. The murderer escaped.
Source: Roanoke Beacon, 11 October 1889. Available online at digitalnc.org.