Most wanted outlaws go to jail…for a time. March 28, 1868. Four members of the Reno Gang—led by Frank Reno (photo)--are arrested and jailed...
The Reno Gang: Arrested
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The Last Straw An Indiana train robbery led to a vigilante action.
For the Reno Gang of Indiana, their last big holdup was the last straw. They robbed a train near Marshfield, Indiana of some $97,000 (around...
Innocent, but Lynched? Will Reno died without evidence of his guilt.
The vigilantes were determined when they entered the New Albany, Indiana jail on December 12, 1868. The targets: four members of the Reno Gang,...
Tear It Down! The strange tale of officials who feared their jail might get used
Tear It Down! The strange tale of officials who feared their jail might get used… In 1867, local authorities tried to condemn the Floyd...