Annals of Cleveland

Fay, John G.

Abstracts: 2

1048

Cleveland Morning Leader, 20 April 1864 (18 inches) ~ See original
p.4, col.2 ~ View at ChronAm

1048 - L Apr. 20:4/2 - Mr. Orthner and two other comrades of the 37th
O.W. I. visited a home of prostitution. Upon leaving he discovered that
his wallet was gone. Rushing back he accosted John and Auguste Fay,
owners of the house. A fight started; Mr. Orthner drew a knife, and in
the scuffle Auguste was wounded and John killed. The alleged murderer
has not been captured. (18)

Homicides

Index terms:

Fay, Auguste; Fay, John G.; Orthner (37th O. W. I.)