U.S. Marshals: In the Beginning

U.S. Marshals: In the Beginning

by | Dec 10, 2016 | Articles

When did U.S. Marshals begin? What were their responsibilities? Can you believe President George Washington signed the Marshals into law for the purpose of working the National Census? Over time, their job description changed, but they’ve been the one law enforcement position with a time-limit. At the turn of the century, Marshals still didn’t have universal badges. My new release, coming December 20, 2016, is a U.S. Marshal turned small-town Sheriff. He’s learning his problems aren’t smaller or easier.

The Marshal’s Surrender

Coming December 20, 2016

Nineteenth Century Mail-Order Bride SCAMS, Part 7

Nineteenth Century Mail-Order Bride SCAMS, Part 7

by | Mar 3, 2016 | Articles

  1. Scammers threw out baited hooks to entrap the unsuspecting…and “suckers” fell for it far too often. This article covers a few short newspaper reports of circumstances wherein the honest fell for scams and ultimately paid plenty.
  2. The Postoffice Department takes steps to Suppress a Matrimonial Bureau. [sic]
  3. Six young boys run a scam, presenting themselves as a wealthy widow seeking a husband.