125 Years Ago

Herald of Aug. 23, 1894

A thief entered the barn of James Morgan, located 2-1/2 miles east of Martinsburg, and stole a valuable horse, harness and road cart. The property was recovered shortly after the theft, but the identity of the thief was not discovered.

Two days later, H.H. Lykens, who resided on the northern side of Martinsburg, discovered two men about to enter his stable. When he found them, the thieves fled. Upon investigation, it was found that the men had drawn the staple holding the door back and the door was open. Mr. Lykens was able to identify one of the thieves as Samuel Baile...