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Sadie Jackson Murder
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Storefront of the Norris Court Grocery, 912 East Johnson Street, the site where Sadie Jackson died after being shot by alleged murderer George "Butch" King.
July 10, 1949
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
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Sadie Jackson Murder
July 10, 1949
Unidentified police officer inspecting the truck owned by George "Butch" King, suspected killer of Sadie Jackson.
Sadie Jackson Murder
July 10, 1949
George "Butch" King in handcuffs, after being questioned for the murder of Sadie Jackson, wife of Julius J. Jackson. In the background is Detective Captain Harry L. Milsted.
Sadie Jackson Murder
July 10, 1949
Julius J. Jackson, 1049 East Johnson, seated, with Acting Lieut. Robert O'Brien of the Madison police department in the background. Jackson is the husband of Sadie Jackson, recently murdered.
Rennebohm Drug Store
March 4, 1947
Exterior view of Rennebohm Drug Store at 2526 Monroe Street.
Doll Grocery Store
January 13, 1955
Exterior of the Doll Grocery Store located at 2222 South Park Street. Vincent and Sadie Doll operated the store.
Three Sisters Storefront
May 5, 1947
Three Sisters storefront, 5 North Pinckney Street.