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Domestic News
May 19, 1828
The Virginian
Lynchburg, Virginia
What is this article about?
A duel in Powhatan County, Virginia, between Dr. Branch T. Archer and James O. Crump ended fatally for Crump, who was shot through the heart on the first fire. The personal dispute was reportedly forced on Archer; it is the first duel in Virginia in years amid severe laws.
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Shocking affair!—We learn, with great regret, that a duel was fought in Powhatan county, a few days ago, between Dr. Branch T. Archer and Mr James O. Crump, which proved fatal to the latter, he being shot through the heart at the first fire. The difference was of a personal character, and it is said the affair was forced, against his inclination, upon Dr. A. We shall give particulars when we receive them—This is the first duel that has been fought in Virginia for a number of years, the laws against it being remarkably severe.
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime
Death Or Funeral
What keywords are associated?
Duel
Powhatan County
Branch T Archer
James O Crump
Fatal Shooting
Virginia Laws
What entities or persons were involved?
Dr. Branch T. Archer
Mr James O. Crump
Where did it happen?
Powhatan County, Virginia
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Powhatan County, Virginia
Event Date
A Few Days Ago
Key Persons
Dr. Branch T. Archer
Mr James O. Crump
Outcome
mr james o. crump shot through the heart at the first fire, fatal
Event Details
Duel fought between Dr. Branch T. Archer and Mr James O. Crump over a personal difference, forced against Dr. Archer's inclination; first duel in Virginia in a number of years despite severe laws