Ruth: Murder, Injustice, and Life in the Rural South

By Jack Lackey

The foothills of North Carolina were mostly rural in 1911 and life was seemingly uneventful until that horrible night in December when the most sensational event in the history of that area happened. A young married couple who were prominent leaders and outstanding members of their community were axe-murdered before dawn and their 11-month old daughter was left to crawl around in blood. They had no enemies. Who did it? What could be the motive? Numerous suspects were captured, innovative investigative tools were used, friend turned against friend and brother against brother. High ranking state officials were concerned about mob violence. There was strong prejudice against African Americans and American Indians. Brothers-in-law led the legal teams for the defense and prosecution. Trials rapidly ensued, there was an electrocution sentence and rumors of an escape from prison. The true story is told through Ruth, the daughter whose life was spared. (Black & White book)

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1539057666
• ISBN13: 9781539057666
• Release Date: October 2016
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.4" x 8.5"