John Henry Selman (November 16, 1839 – April 5, 1896) was sometimes identified as an outlaw and sometimes a working lawman of the Old West . He is best known as the man who fatally shot John Wesley Hardin in the Acme Saloon in El Paso, Texas , on August 19, 1895.
77-643: John Henry Selman was born in Madison County, Arkansas . He was the son of Jeremiah Selman. The Selman family moved to Grayson County, Texas , in 1858. After his father's death on December 16, 1861, Selman joined the 22nd Texas Cavalry and served during the Civil War . On August 17, 1865, Selman married Edna Degraffenreid. The couple had four children. He and his family eventually moved to Fort Griffin in Shackelford County, Texas . In 1877, Selman became
154-509: A United States Marshal's primary function was to execute all lawful warrants issued to him under the authority of the United States. The law defined marshals as officers of the courts charged with assisting federal courts in their law-enforcement functions: And be it further enacted, That a marshal shall be appointed in and for each district for a term of four years, but shall be removable from office at pleasure, whose duty it shall be to attend
231-530: A concealable vest, a tactical vest that accepts their soft-armor panels and rifle plates, as well as a rifle plate only carrier depending on their needs. Ballistic helmets and shields are also available. The U.S. Marshals Service has planes registered under a front company named Early Detection Alarm Systems, which has an address of a UPS Store mailbox in Spring, Texas . This operation has been in place since at least 2007, and by 2014 were based in five airports across
308-515: A county. Each township includes unincorporated areas; some may have incorporated cities or towns within part of their boundaries. Arkansas townships have limited purposes in modern times. However, the United States census does list Arkansas population based on townships (sometimes referred to as "county subdivisions" or "minor civil divisions"). Townships are also of value for historical purposes in terms of genealogical research. Each town or city
385-528: A deputy inspector for hides, working under fellow inspector, ex-Shackleford County sheriff, John M. Larn . Selman and Larn fought against rustlers and vigilante justice in the lawless area of northwest Texas. The two were involved in several shootouts with bandits and outlaws during the period that followed. Then, on June 24, 1878, vigilantes shot Larn to death in an Albany, Texas , jail cell. Larn had been arrested after six hides, which did not belong to him, had been found behind his house. Even though Selman
462-480: A female householder with no husband present, and 25.30% were non-families. 22.40% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.40% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.03. In the county, the population was spread out, with 26.80% under the age of 18, 7.50% from 18 to 24, 27.00% from 25 to 44, 24.30% from 45 to 64, and 14.40% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age
539-531: A full size with a red dot sight as well as a smaller, more concealable version for covert operations. In 2019, the SOG adopted the STI 2011, a 1911 platform of pistol that is modified for USMS SOG needs. All marshals have a variety of AR-platform rifles, shotguns, and less-lethal options available for their use. Recently, the service has introduced a body-worn camera (BWC) program. Marshals are issued various body armor including
616-598: A legendary law enforcement trio known as " Three Guardsmen " when they worked together policing the vast, lawless Oklahoma and Indian Territories . Until its repeal in 1864, the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 tasked marshals to accept an affidavit on its face to recover a fugitive slave. On October 26, 1881, Deputy U.S. Marshal Virgil Earp , his brothers, Special Deputy U.S. Marshals Morgan and Wyatt Earp , and Special Deputy U.S. Marshal John "Doc" H. Holliday gunned down Frank and Tom McLaury and Billy Clanton in
693-599: A lure. In 1989, the Marshals Service was given jurisdiction over crimes committed relating to U.S. personnel in Antarctica. During the 1992 Los Angeles riots , 200 deputy marshals of the tactical unit Special Operations Group were dispatched to assist local and state authorities in restoring peace and order throughout Los Angeles County, California . In the 1990s, deputy marshals protected abortion clinics. Marshals have protected American athletes at Olympic Games ,
770-562: A result of a major disaster. To ensure the safety of communities and children across the country, the USMS has implemented an aggressive enforcement strategy for its responsibilities under the AWA. This branch apprehends sex offenders, primarily those who prey on minors. Offenders are apprehended due to failure to register, among other things. In February 2017, Marshals began providing protective security to United States Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos ,
847-405: A significant threat to public safety. Current and past fugitives in this program include murderers, sex offenders , major drug kingpins , organized crime figures, and individuals wanted for high-profile financial crimes. The Major Case Fugitive Program was established in 1985 in an effort to supplement the successful 15 Most Wanted Fugitive Program. Much like the 15 Most Wanted Fugitive Program,
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#1732854903558924-446: A task force were killed serving a warrant on a man for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Four Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers were wounded. The Marshals Service is responsible for apprehending wanted fugitives, providing protection for the federal judiciary, transporting federal prisoners , protecting endangered federal witnesses, and managing assets seized from criminal enterprises. The Marshals Service
1001-476: A tiny Ruby Bridges being escorted by four towering United States Marshals in 1964. Until 1965, each U.S. district court hired and administered its own marshals independently from all others. In 1965, the Executive Office for U.S. Marshals, was created as "the first organization to supervise U.S. Marshals nationwide". The United States Marshals Service, a federal agency, was created in 1969. Since June 1975,
1078-454: Is a federal law enforcement agency in the United States . The Marshals Service serves as the enforcement and security arm of the U.S. federal judiciary , and it is an agency of the U.S. Department of Justice and operates under the direction of the U.S. Attorney General . U.S. Marshals are the original U.S. federal law enforcement officers, created by the Judiciary Act of 1789 during
1155-505: Is far more likely that Scarborough's testimony when tried for killing Selman was truthful, to wit: John Selman Jr. (known as "Young John") had fallen in love and eloped with a Mexican girl, whose father, an ambassador, disapproved. When they were found the father had the younger Selman jailed in Juarez . On the night of his death, Selman Sr., who was drinking with Scarborough, said he wanted to talk privately. According to Scarborough, they exited to
1232-457: Is land and 2.8 square miles (7.3 km ) (0.3%) is water. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 16,521 people, 6,279 households, and 4,318 families residing in the county. As of the 2000 census , there were 14,243 people, 5,463 households, and 4,080 families residing in the county. The population density was 7/km (18/sq mi). There were 6,537 housing units at an average density of 3/km (7.8/sq mi). The racial makeup of
1309-411: Is responsible for 55.2% of arrests of federal fugitives . Between 1981 and 1985, the Marshals Service conducted Fugitive Investigative Strike Team operations to jump-start fugitive capture in specific districts. In 2012, U.S. marshals captured over 36,000 federal fugitives and cleared over 39,000 fugitive warrants. The Marshals Service also executes all lawful writs, processes, and orders issued under
1386-631: Is similar to and sometimes overlaps the FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list or the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Most Wanted List, depending on jurisdiction. The 15 Most Wanted Fugitive Program was established in 1983 in an effort to prioritize the investigation and apprehension of high-profile offenders who are considered to be some of the country's most dangerous fugitives. These offenders tend to be career criminals with histories of violence or whose instant offense(s) pose
1463-505: Is strongly Republican, and voted for the Republican candidate several times even when Arkansas was part of the " Solid South ". A Democrat has carried the county only four times since 1940. The Huntsville Municipal Airport is a public-use airport located two nautical miles (4 km ) southwest of the central business district of Huntsville . Townships in Arkansas are the divisions of
1540-480: Is the United States Marshals Service's preeminent expert on physical protection. OPO provides subject matter expertise , guidance, and direct action support to district offices on high-threat/-profile proceedings and risk-/threat-based protective operations. The footprint is national, covering all twelve federal judicial circuits across the country, with the ability to project globally. Currently,
1617-408: Is usually a Glock 22 . Deputy Marshals may also carry a backup gun, but it must meet certain requirements. Deputy Marshals are also equipped with body armor and collapsible batons for daily use, and ballistic shields, helmets, and protective goggles for serving high risk warrants. Members of the U.S. Marshal SOG Teams are armed with The Staccato Model P 2011 pistols in 9mm Parabellum. They have both
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#17328549035581694-552: Is within one or more townships in an Arkansas county based on census maps and publications. The townships of Madison County are listed below; listed in parentheses are the cities, towns, and/or census-designated places that are fully or partially inside the township. Source: "Census 2010 U.S. Gazetteer Files" . U.S. Census Bureau, Geography Division. 36°01′38″N 93°41′45″W / 36.02722°N 93.69583°W / 36.02722; -93.69583 US Marshal The United States Marshals Service ( USMS )
1771-523: The Cold War also swapped spies with the Soviet Union . In the 1960s the marshals were on the front lines of the civil rights movement , mainly providing protection to volunteers. In September 1962, President John F. Kennedy ordered 127 marshals to accompany James Meredith , an African American who wished to register at the segregated University of Mississippi . Their presence on campus provoked riots at
1848-552: The District of Maine . From the nation's earliest days, marshals were permitted to recruit special deputies as local hires, or as temporary transfers to the Marshals Service from other federal law-enforcement agencies. Marshals were also authorized to swear in a posse to assist with manhunts, and other duties, ad hoc. Marshals were given extensive authority to support the federal courts within their judicial districts, and to carry out all lawful orders issued by federal judges, Congress, or
1925-496: The U.S. Supreme Court Police have statutory protection authority. As a result, they develop a deep expertise in protective operations and partner extensively with the U.S. Secret Service , Diplomatic Security Service , along with local, state, federal, and foreign law enforcement and security agencies. In 2019, the Trump administration investigated the feasibility of shifting protective responsibility for many government officials to
2002-670: The United States Department of Justice ; federal, state, or local law enforcement officers; employees of private security companies to provide courtroom security for the Federal judiciary; or other persons as designated by the United States Associate Attorney General . Title 28 USC Chapter 37 § 564 authorizes United States Marshals, deputy marshals and such other officials of the Service as may be designated by
2079-694: The poverty line , including 24.60% of those under age 18 and 18.00% of those age 65 or over. During the Secession Convention of 1861, Arkansas voted to leave the Union and join the Confederate States of America . When Chairman David Walker called for a second vote seeking a unanimous decision, only Madison County representative Isaac Murphy refused to change his vote. Murphy would later be appointed Governor of Arkansas during Reconstruction under Abraham Lincoln 's conciliatory policy. Madison County
2156-781: The refugee boy Elián González before his return to Cuba in 2000, and abortion clinics as required by federal law. In 2003, Marshals retrieved North Carolina's copy of the Bill of Rights . In 2002, the Marshals Service was tasked by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide protective security and law enforcement capabilities in the protection of the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS), such as warehouses, materiel and CDC personnel during deployment. Marshals also provide secure transportation of critical medical supplies and bio-terrorism response resources throughout
2233-529: The Acme Saloon and played dice. Shortly before midnight Selman walked into the saloon to confront Hardin. Drawing his gun at the door he walked up behind Hardin. He fired, shooting Hardin in the back of the head – supposedly as Hardin went for his gun – killing him instantly. As Hardin lay on the floor, Selman fired three more shots into him. Selman was arrested, charged with murder and stood trial. He testified that he realised that Hardin had noticed him enter in
2310-561: The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, which share a U.S. Marshal). For each district there is a presidentially-appointed and Senate-confirmed United States Marshal, a Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal ( GS-14 or 15 ) (and an Assistant Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal in certain larger districts), Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshals (GS-13), and as many deputy U.S. Marshals ( GS-7 and above) and special deputy U.S. Marshals as needed. In
2387-505: The Director, in executing the laws of the United States within a State, to exercise the same powers which a sheriff of the State may exercise in executing the laws thereof. Except for suits by incarcerated persons, non-prisoner litigants proceeding in forma pauperis , or (in some circumstances) by seamen, U.S. Marshals no longer serve leading process or subpoenas in private civil actions filed in
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2464-701: The Judicial Department of the United States. The high importance of the Judicial System in our National Government made it an indispensable duty to select such Characters to fill the several offices in it as would discharge their respective trust with honor to themselves and advantage to their Country. The critical Supreme Court decision affirming the legal authority of the federal marshals was made in In re Neagle , 135 U.S. 1 (1890). For over 100 years marshals were patronage jobs, typically controlled by
2541-529: The Major Case Fugitive Program prioritizes the investigation and apprehension of high-profile offenders who are considered to be some of the country's most dangerous individuals. All escapes from custody are automatically elevated to Major Case status. The Wall Street Journal reported on November 14, 2014, that the Marshals Service's Technical Operations Group utilizes a so-called dirtbox to track fugitives. The Special Operations Group (SOG)
2618-596: The Marshals Service Tactical Operations Center at Louisiana National Guard Training Center Pineville , Louisiana, where all deputies undergo extensive, specialized training in tactics and weaponry. Deputies must meet rigorous physical and mental standards. The group's missions include: apprehending fugitives, protecting dignitaries, providing court security, transporting high-profile and dangerous prisoners, providing witness security, and seizing assets. The Office of Protective Operations (OPO)
2695-400: The Marshals Service has the mission of providing law enforcement support and escort security to United States Air Force LGM-30 Minuteman and missile systems from military facilities. In 1985, the Marshals Service partnered with local Washington, D.C. law enforcement officers to create Operation Flagship , arresting fugitives by using faked free tickets to a local American football game as
2772-811: The OPO is responsible for two permanent risk-based protection details for the Deputy Attorney General (DAG) and the Secretary of Education (SecEd), respectively. These Senior Inspectors routinely deploy across the U.S. and around the globe to protect the DAG and Secretary of Education. They lead security for nominees to the U.S. Supreme Court through the pendency of the nomination, which are often fraught with threats of violence and protests. They also provide security for sitting U.S. Supreme Court Justices, when those Justices are farther than 50 miles from Washington, D.C., where
2849-458: The President. Federal marshals were by far the most important government officials in territorial jurisdictions. Local law enforcement officials were often called "marshals" so there is often an ambiguity whether someone was a federal or a local official. Federal marshals are most famous for their law enforcement work, but that was only a minor part of their workload. The largest part of the business
2926-602: The South during the civil rights movement , escort security for United States Air Force LGM-30 Minuteman missile convoys, law enforcement for the United States Antarctic Program , and protection of the Strategic National Stockpile . The office of United States Marshal was created by the First Congress. President George Washington signed the Judiciary Act into law on September 24, 1789. The Act provided that
3003-409: The U.S. Marshals. Marshals Service hiring is competitive and comparable to the selection process for Special Agent positions in agencies with similar duties. Typically fewer than five percent of qualified applicants are hired and must possess at a minimum a four-year bachelor's degree or competitive work experience (which is usually three or more years at a local or state police department). While
3080-600: The U.S. district courts. Under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure , process may be served by any U.S. citizen over the age of 18 who is not a party involved in the case. The Marshals still levy executions and serve writs of garnishment . A chief responsibility of the Marshals is the United States Federal Witness Protection Program . The Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act of 2015 amends
3157-512: The USMS's hiring process is not entirely public, applicants must pass a written test, an oral board interview, an extensive background investigation, a medical examination and drug test, and multiple Fitness In Total (FIT) exams to be selected for training. Deputy U.S. Marshals complete a 18-week training program at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco , Georgia. The primary handgun for marshals
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3234-478: The act into law, President Washington appointed the first thirteen U.S. Marshals, for each of the then extant federal districts. To each of his appointees for Marshal and District Attorney, the president addressed a form letter: I have the pleasure to inform you that you are appointed (Marshal or Attorney) for the District of _______ and your Commission is enclosed, accompanied with such Laws as have passed relative to
3311-489: The alley where Selman attempted to enlist him in a conspiracy to cross the border the next morning and stage a jail break to free Young John. Scarborough expressed sympathy but declined, stating "no bad breaks must be made in Juarez", whereupon Selman flew into a rage, exclaiming "You God damned son-of-a-bitch, I am going to kill you!" Selman drew first and Scarborough then shot him in self-defense. Selman died hours later. When it
3388-472: The apprehension of runaway sailors and American crews engaged in the illegal slave trade, adjusting claims for damages caused by American sailors to natives, and the rescue of natives kidnapped for slavery by Americans. During the 1920s, U.S. Marshals enforced Prohibition . Marshals registered enemy aliens in wartime, sealed the American border against armed expeditions from foreign countries, and at times during
3465-544: The authority of the Attorney General , is headed by a director, who is assisted by a deputy director. The Director is supervised by the Deputy Attorney General. The Marshals Service headquarters provides command, control, and cooperation for the disparate elements of the service. The U.S. court system is divided into 94 federal judicial districts , each with a district court (except the territory of Guam and
3542-593: The authority of the United States, and can command all necessary assistance to execute its duties. Historically, under Section 27 of the Judiciary Act of 1789 U.S. Marshals had the common law-based power to enlist any willing civilians as deputies for necessary assistance in the execution of their duties. In the Old West this was known as forming a posse , although under the Posse Comitatus Act , they could not use military troops in uniform representing their unit or
3619-574: The band had been driven from Lincoln County, and began operating in Jeff Davis County, Texas . Selman was captured shortly thereafter by Texas Ranger Joe McKidrict, and taken to Shackelford County for trial. Selman escaped, and fled again to Chihuahua, Mexico , where he hid out until around 1888, when his name was cleared and all charges against him were dropped. While in Mexico, he sent for his children. The two youngest boys joined their father, but
3696-580: The country. The planes tend to fly in a tight circle; GPS/radio trackers, cameras, video recorder, and video transmitter installations are documented. It is also presumed to include an IMSI-catcher such as the Stingray phone tracker or the Boeing DRTbox (Dirtbox) , which are used by the Marshals' Technical Operations Group. The Marshals Service is based in Arlington County, Virginia , and, under
3773-417: The county was 95.94% White , 0.11% Black or African American , 1.22% Native American , 0.06% Asian , 0.09% Pacific Islander , 1.47% from other races , and 1.10% from two or more races. 3.06% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 5,463 households, out of which 33.90% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.00% were married couples living together, 7.90% had
3850-491: The district and circuit courts when sitting therein, and also the Supreme Court in the district in which that court shall sit. And to execute throughout the district, all lawful precepts directed to him, and issued under the authority of the United States, and he shall have the power to command all necessary assistance in the execution of his duty, and to appoint as shall be occasion, one or more deputies. Six days after signing
3927-500: The district judge. They were paid primarily by fees until a salary system was set up in 1896. Many of the first U.S. Marshals had already proven themselves in military service during the American Revolutionary War . Among the first marshals were John Adams 's son-in-law Congressman William Stephens Smith for the District of New York , another New York district marshal, Congressman Thomas Morris , and Henry Dearborn for
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#17328549035584004-451: The federal judicial code to authorize the United States Marshals Service to assist state, local, tribal, and other federal law enforcement agencies, upon request, in locating and recovering missing children. The Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act also established The Missing Child Unit of The Marshals Service. The Marshals Service publicizes the names of wanted persons it places on the list of U.S. Marshals 15 Most Wanted Fugitives, which
4081-643: The first time since 2009 that a United States Cabinet -level official has been provided security by the Marshals. Marshals were deployed to keep order in Washington, D.C. during the George Floyd protests on May 31, 2020, as well as during the January 6 United States Capitol attack . On April 29, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina , one Marshal, two Department of Adult Corrections officers, and one local police officer on
4158-432: The infamous Dalton Gang after a shoot-out that left dead Deputy Marshals Ham Hueston and Lafe Shadley, and posse member Dick Speed. Individual deputy marshals have been seen as legendary heroes in the face of rampant lawlessness (see Notable marshals below) with Wyatt Earp , Bat Masterson , Dallas Stoudenmire , and Bass Reeves as examples of well-known marshals. Bill Tilghman , Heck Thomas , and Chris Madsen formed
4235-616: The legendary gunfight at the O.K. Corral in Tombstone, Arizona . In 1894, U.S. Marshals helped suppress the Pullman Strike . During the 19th century, the United States government appointed marshals to be attached to the courts of American consulates in China , the Ottoman Empire , and Siam . The duties of these marshals included settling shipboard disputes and mutinies aboard American vessels,
4312-491: The military service for law enforcement duties. However, if a service member was off duty, wearing civilian clothing, and willing to assist a law enforcement officer on their own behalf, it was acceptable. In contemporary times, the deputation of a civilian would be extraordinarily unusual. However, the Director of the United States Marshals Service currently has the statutory authority to deputize (for one year) selected officers of
4389-426: The mirror and that Hardin had gone for his gun. Selman swore he fired in self-defense. A hung jury resulted in his release on bond, pending retrial. On the night of April 5, 1896, Selman was killed in a shootout with US Marshal George Scarborough . Period newspaper accounts differ as to the exact nature of their bad blood; one account attributes it to an ongoing gambling dispute, while another states that Selman (who
4466-485: The mistress of gunman John Wesley Hardin , Beulah M'rose (or "the widow M'Rose"), for "brandishing a gun in public." Hardin confronted the younger Selman about it and the two men had a verbal dispute. In accounts supported by members of Selman's family Hardin pistol-whipped "Young John" Selman, and threatened his life. After hearing of the argument the elder Selman approached Hardin on the afternoon of August 19, 1895. The two exchanged angry words. That night Hardin went to
4543-536: The nation. Senior Inspectors of the U.S. Marshals Service SNS Security Operations (SNSSO) Program have deployed to Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and responded during the H1N1 flu pandemic in 2009. SNSSO Senior Inspectors have also staffed National Security Special Events (NSSE) with their state, local and other federal partners on a regular basis. In 2006, the Sex Offenders Investigations Branch (SOIB)
4620-516: The national register, and performed other routine tasks needed for the central government to function effectively. During the settlement of the American frontier , marshals served as the main source of day-to-day law enforcement in areas that had no local government of their own. U.S. Marshals were instrumental in keeping law and order in the " Old West " era. They were involved in apprehending desperadoes such as Bill Doolin , Ned Christie , and in 1893,
4697-554: The operation of the United States Federal Witness Protection Program and the Justice Prisoner and Alien Transportation System , the protection of federal courthouses and judicial personnel, and the protection of senior government officials through the Office of Protective Operations . Throughout its history the Marshals have also provided unique security and enforcement services including protecting African American students enrolling in
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#17328549035584774-488: The presidency of George Washington as the "Office of the United States Marshal" under the U.S. District Courts . The USMS was established in 1969 to provide guidance and assistance to U.S. Marshals throughout the federal judicial districts . The Marshals Service is primarily responsible for locating and arresting federal suspects, the administration of fugitive operations, the management of criminal assets,
4851-421: The prisoners were present, the jurors were available, and that the witnesses were on time. The marshals thus provided local representation for the federal government within their districts. They took the national census every decade through 1870. They distributed presidential proclamations , collected a variety of statistical information on commerce and manufacturing, supplied the names of government employees for
4928-639: The resulting dissolution of the Confederacy rendered any prior charges null, and Selman was free to return to the United States. Selman's wife died in 1879, while giving birth to a stillborn child. The other four children were placed in the custody of his wife's niece. Selman by this time was living in Lincoln County, New Mexico . This was during the Lincoln County War . He organized a band, " Selman's Scouts " (known locally as "The Rustlers"). The group
5005-426: The two instead walked to "Tillie Howard's", a local brothel favored by Outlaw. Outlaw created a disturbance at Howard's place, resulting in his fatal shooting of Texas Ranger Joe McKidrict. He also drew on Selman, who was shot and wounded twice in the thigh. Selman returned fire and killed Outlaw. Selman was not arrested for the shooting, which was ruled justified. El Paso policeman and Selman's son, John Jr., arrested
5082-609: The two oldest remained in Brown County, Texas – never to see their father again. He then moved to El Paso, Texas , and on August 23, 1893, he married Romula Granadine. He began working as a constable , and spent time gambling. On April 5, 1894, Selman killed a former Texas Ranger named Bass Outlaw. Outlaw had recently been fired, due to his drinking and the threats he had made against a judge. Selman, encountering an inebriated Outlaw, had suggested that Outlaw needed to go home and sleep it off. When Outlaw declined to go home, however,
5159-454: The university, but the marshals stood their ground, and Meredith registered. Marshals provided continuous protection to Meredith during his first year at Ole Miss, and Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy later proudly displayed a deputy marshal's dented helmet in his office. U.S. Marshals also protected black school children integrating public schools in the South. Artist Norman Rockwell 's famous painting The Problem We All Live With depicted
5236-416: Was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.70 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.30 males. The median income for a household in the county was $ 27,895, and the median income for a family was $ 32,910. Males had a median income of $ 24,911 versus $ 18,786 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 14,736. About 14.70% of families and 18.60% of the population were below
5313-459: Was accused of numerous acts of rape and murder in the area. However, no charges were ever filed against him there. Roscoe "Rustling Bob" Bryant was involved with John Selman's cattle rustling operation. As a member of "Selman's Scouts", Bryant was killed by his members near Seven Rivers, New Mexico in September, 1878. His body was found near the corpses of Reese Gobly and James Irvin. By 1880,
5390-447: Was created in 1971, and is the Marshals Service's tactical unit . It is a self-supporting response team capable of responding to emergencies anywhere in the U.S. or its territories. Most of the deputy marshals who have volunteered to be SOG members serve as full-time deputies in Marshals Service offices throughout the nation, and they remain on call 24 hours a day. The SOG also maintains a small, full-time operational cadre stationed at
5467-561: Was formed on July 27 with the passage of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act (AWA). The SOIB carries out the USMS's three principal responsibilities under the AWA: assist state, local, tribal and territorial authorities in the location and apprehension of non-compliant and fugitive sex offenders; investigate violations of the act for federal prosecution, and assist in the identification and location of sex offenders relocated as
5544-520: Was formed on September 30, 1836, and named for Madison County, Alabama , the home of some early settlers. They also named the county seat after Madison County in Alabama's county seat, Huntsville . Madison County is part of the Northwest Arkansas region. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 837 square miles (2,170 km ), of which 834 square miles (2,160 km )
5621-494: Was found that Selman's gun was not at the scene Scarborough was arrested for murder. Just before his trial, a thief, Cole Belmont, was arrested and it was then discovered that he had Selman's gun. The thief said he saw the shooting and stole the gun before the crowd arrived. Scarborough was acquitted and released. Selman was originally buried in an unmarked grave in the Catholic section of El Paso's Concordia Cemetery , although he
5698-528: Was not known to be Roman Catholic. News reports of the day clearly state the burial was in the Catholic section. His grave marker, however, was placed in the middle of the Protestant section of the cemetery. Madison County, Arkansas Madison County is a county located in the U.S. state of Arkansas . As of the 2020 census , the population was 16,521. The county seat is Huntsville . The county
5775-463: Was out of town at the time, he was implicated in the theft, and found himself a wanted man, hunted by these same vigilantes, who were friends with several men who had previously been either arrested or killed by him. Selman went into hiding during this time, as he was also facing charges stemming from his desertion from the Confederate Army . Selman went to Mexico. However, the end of the war and
5852-429: Was paper work—serving writs (e.g., subpoenas , summonses , warrants ), and other processes issued by the courts, making arrests and handling all federal prisoners. They also disbursed funds as ordered by the courts. Marshals paid the fees and expenses of the court clerks , U.S. Attorneys , jurors, and witnesses. They rented the courtrooms and jail space, and hired the bailiffs , criers , and janitors. They made sure
5929-518: Was tastefully described as having lived a "stormy life") had become an unpredictably violent drunk after the publicity and controversy of killing John Wesley Hardin. It was also widely speculated that Scarborough resented Selman's killing of his old friend Bass Outlaw; given that Outlaw's last act was to kill one of his own fellow Marshals (and seriously wound Selman) in a drunken frenzy at a whorehouse, this seems an unlikely grudge to hold. Instead, especially considering Old John's dedication to his son, it
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