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December 31, 1895
The Morning News
Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia
What is this article about?
Bartow Bostick, a Black man, was arrested in Savannah by police for the murder of Mamie Scott in Jefferson County seven years prior. The arrest followed a tip from Dan Lenix, motivated by revenge after his own arrest. Bostick admitted the killing but claimed he was released; authorities will investigate.
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CAPTURED AFTER SEVEN YEARS.
Bartow Bostick Arrested for Murder in Jefferson County.
Bartow Bostick, colored, was arrested by Policemen Elvers and Deignan last night, charged with the murder of Mamie Scott, colored, in Jefferson county seven years ago.
The information which led to Bostick's arrest was given by Dan Lenix, colored, who had been arrested for disorderly conduct and beating his wife. Bostick had had some connection with the row, and out of revenge Lenix gave him away.
Bostick stated at the police barracks that it was true that he did kill the woman, as charged, but he said that the case was investigated by the coroner, who released him. Lenix said that this was not true, and that Bostick is still wanted in Jefferson county for the murder.
Bostick has been living in Savannah ever since the murder was committed. He will be held for investigation and the authorities of Jefferson county notified of his arrest.
Bartow Bostick Arrested for Murder in Jefferson County.
Bartow Bostick, colored, was arrested by Policemen Elvers and Deignan last night, charged with the murder of Mamie Scott, colored, in Jefferson county seven years ago.
The information which led to Bostick's arrest was given by Dan Lenix, colored, who had been arrested for disorderly conduct and beating his wife. Bostick had had some connection with the row, and out of revenge Lenix gave him away.
Bostick stated at the police barracks that it was true that he did kill the woman, as charged, but he said that the case was investigated by the coroner, who released him. Lenix said that this was not true, and that Bostick is still wanted in Jefferson county for the murder.
Bostick has been living in Savannah ever since the murder was committed. He will be held for investigation and the authorities of Jefferson county notified of his arrest.
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime Story
What themes does it cover?
Crime Punishment
What keywords are associated?
Murder Arrest
Fugitive Captured
Informant Tip
Revenge Betrayal
What entities or persons were involved?
Bartow Bostick
Mamie Scott
Dan Lenix
Elvers
Deignan
Where did it happen?
Jefferson County, Savannah
Story Details
Key Persons
Bartow Bostick
Mamie Scott
Dan Lenix
Elvers
Deignan
Location
Jefferson County, Savannah
Event Date
Seven Years Ago
Story Details
Bartow Bostick arrested for murdering Mamie Scott seven years earlier in Jefferson County after tip from Dan Lenix out of revenge; Bostick admits killing but claims prior release by coroner.