Guard J. G. Smith, Mississippi Department of Corrections, Mississippi

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J. G. Smith

Mississippi Department of Corrections, Mississippi

End of Watch: Friday, August 4, 1905

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Age: Not available

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Assault

Incident Date: 8/4/1905

Weapon: Person

Suspect: Sentenced to death

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Guard J. G. Smith was overpowered and killed by three escaping inmates at the state prison in Hattiesburg. Two of the inmates were lynched by a mob that evening. The third inmate was captured, convicted of Guard Smith's murder, and sentenced to death.

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Officer Smith,
Sir, it has taken over 104 years, but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Mississippi. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
January 7, 2010

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