Case Number: 880
Howard, J.M., of Halpanaiso, Ind., found with skull fractured in lumber yard, Archer Av. and 22d St. Henry F. McCabe, sailor, arrested, confessed and sentenced to Pen.
Circumstances
| Date of Death | May 16, 1887 |
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| Address | Archer Ave. & 22nd st. |
| Type of Location | Place of business |
| Location Description | in lumber yard |
| Type of Death | Homicide |
| Type of Homicide | Intentional murder |
| Weapon | fractured skull |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | in lumber yard |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Business | Other place of business |
Victim
| Name | Howard, J.M. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | McCabe, Henry F. |
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| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Outside labor force (incl. criminals) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Other, skilled laborer |
Police
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
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| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
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| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Grand jury, trial |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment, other homicide, homicide unspecified |
| Outcome of Trial | Guilty, unspecified offense |
| Sentenced to | Joliet, Stateville |
