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1853 Press Photo Fireman William Doskey shot burglar. - noo10394

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William J. Doskey ready for burglar who came. 'I Got the Silly Son-Of-A-Gun' -- Fireman Shoots Burglar -- Wild shots, a scream, running feet and crashing furniture terrified Baronne apartment dwellers before dawn today when fireman William Doskey, turned gunman to wing a burglar. The prowler clutched madly at his wounded side and sent a blood-curdling scream sounding across the neighborhood rooftops.

Photo is dated 1853.

Photo measures 7 x 9.75 inches.

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