Remus reid biography

The only known photograph of Remus shows him standing on the gallows in Montana territory: On the back of the picture Judy obtained during her research is this inscription: 'Remus Reid, horse thief, sent to Montana Territorial Prisonescapedrobbed the Montana Flyer six times. Caught by Pinkerton detectives, convicted and hanged in Harry Reid: Believe it or not, Harry Reid's staff sent back the following biographical sketch for her genealogy research: "Remus Reid was a famous cowboy in the Montana Territory.

His business empire grew to include acquisition of valuable equestrian assets and intimate dealings with the Montana railroad. Beginning inhe devoted several years of his life to government service, finally taking leave to resume his dealings with the railroad. Inhe was a key player in a vital investigation run by the renowned Pinkerton Detective Agency.

InRemus passed away during an important civic function held in his honour when the platform upon which he was standing collapsed. Views: Tags: Like. Comment You need to be a member of Genealogy Wise to add comments! We have just witnessed one of the most divisive election campaigns in history, one that saw partisans on all sides spinning narratives to best benefit their candidates and positions.

It is both amusing and somewhat amazing how two people, viewing the same facts or events, can come up with totally different interpretations, but the following story helps us in understanding more fully. We thank J. Judy Wallman, a professional genealogy researcher, was investigating her own family tree. Caught by Pinkerton detectives, convicted and hanged in Obviously fascinated by the discovery, Wallman emailed Senator Reid for more information on their ancestor.

His business empire grew to include acquisitions of valuable equestrian assets and intimate dealings with the Montana railroad.

Remus reid biography: She discovered that Congressman Harry Reid's

Beginning inhe devoted several years of his life to government service, finally taking leave to resume his dealings with the railroad. Inhe was a key player in a vital investigation run by the renowned Pinkerton Detective Agency. InRemus passed away during an important civic function held in his honor when the platform upon which he was standing collapsed.

So which was he, a dangerous and despicable criminal, hanged for his thievery, or an upstanding and celebrated entrepreneur and public servant? Both narratives are factually accurate and if you read the latter without further investigation you might be horribly misled.

Remus reid biography: "Remus Reid was a famous cowboy

Given the facts we can easily accept that the first narrative was likely the more truthful. This story bears importance for us because of the avalanche of social and Internet media that comes at us today. Just because something is written or told to us, just because it is delivered in convincing fashion, even if it comes from someone we know and like, it is both possible and likely that any presentation is being spun to the best advantage of the person telling it.

The lesson for us is to be judicious and alert as to how people present narratives of events and facts, understanding that not all we read and hear is all the truth all the time. It remains for us, as discerning citizens, to dig deeper and seek other sources before determining the accuracy and import and interpretation of events.

Remus reid biography: Harry Reid's great-great uncle, Remus Reid,

Only then is it possible to better form our opinions and beliefs. Inhe was a key player in a vital investigation run by the renowned Pinkerton Detective Agency. InRemus passed away during an important civic function held in his honor when the platform upon which he was standing collapsed. This howler has been going around for years, naming others.

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