Supreme Court Justice Shot by U.S. Marshal at Lathrop train station in 1889

Jeff will visit the location of the Lathrop train station in California's San Joaquin County where former California State Supreme Court Chief justice David S. Terry was shot to death on Aug. 14, 1889 after he assaulted U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen J. Field. Terry had breathed threats against Field for many months.
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[@richardrichard9953]

It’s amazing that people drive by empty fields and there are no signs of the past. Time keeps moving forward. Eventually we all become History.

[@jbenziggy]

Very true and that’s why I like using photographs that I can find of locations that no longer exist. Thank you so much for watching.

[@Jukeboxxxz]

Exactly... this whole country was native Americans way before any Europeans...very sad...that Europeans destroyed everything yet claim the same places as theirs....

[@kingboagart899]

Lucky you found an empty field in Lathrop anymore. 10 years of unabashed construction of warehouses and multifamily has pretty well erased any sign of history.

[@bigmike2149]

Especially those on the left that try to erase our American history, no matter how brutal and inhumane it was. It should always serve as a reminder.

[@MrSniperdude01]

Time does not "keep moving forward" -- time is relative meaning it only exist to superior beings (humans) so long as we collectively agree that it exists as a tangible concept that can be tracked, monitored, and measured regardless of culture, religion, linguistic or national barriers. It wasn't that long ago that every country had it's own unique way to tell the length of 1 Year's time.

[@NavinField]

“Stop! I’m an agent of the law.” I think David J. Neagle would be a good good friend to have! Thank You Again for the eduction and the entertainment. 🤲

[@johnnyquest3707]

And I thought unhinged people attacking judges who’s rulings they disagreed with was a modern phenomenon! Actually, I read about this in the Tom Cunningham chapter of the book “Badges and Buckshot”. And every time I drive past Lathrop, like just the other day, I wonder where the depot is. Thanks so much for showing us the location and telling the story so thoroughly.

[@toserveman9265]

John Wilkes Booth was an actor and democrat. Just one of many examples of leftist subversiveness going back

[@johnnyquest3707]

@@toserveman9265 .Well, the Democrats DID get real mad because the Republicans freed their slaves. Then they tried an "insurrection" by killing Abe Lincoln, just like they tried to kill Brett Kavanaugh not long ago.

[@HollywoodGraham]

Thanks for brining another Stockton related story to light. Stockton is so full of history and I look forward to more stories.

[@ritafirestone761]

I grew up in California and never learned anything about this. Great story, thank you.

[@kirkmacarthur8003]

same here- maybe only those close to San Juaquin County or San Francisco knew about these events

[@mikes3174]

Thanks Jeff & Sarah! That was a very interesting bit of history. Especially the connection with the Broderick / Terry duel. Back when they actually taught history in school, we learned about it and my dad actually brought me to the site. What I didn't know was how it ended for Terry. Thanks for the history lesson! I appreciate the hard work you put into your videos!

[@danielhawkins6141]

"The Duel" is an awesome story! But the "David Terry Story" does not begin or end there. I hated Terry when I first read about "The Duel." Of course liberal minded folks did the writings that are easily acquired. The more I read about Terry, my opinion of him changed. If you read deep into the 1854 incident in San Francisco involving the San Francisco Vigilance Committee and the Hopkins stabbing you will discover some very interesting facts

[@ToddEWalnuts]

Jeff and Sarah, I know I’ve said this many times before, but I love this channel so much. Thank you for all that you do. I can only imagine the work behind the research, filming, editing. I really do appreciate it and I look forward to Sundays so I can hang out with you two. Take care and have a great week. ✌🏻

[@troyklinginsmith2523]

Jeff you should put a DVD of your history finds. Plus you would make an awesome teacher/professor of California history. Thanks for keeping the history alive.✝️👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🤠

[@dano8203]

Good morning Sarah & Jeff! Another great piece of history so close to home. I agree this should be made into a movie! It’s a shame nothing is left in Lathrop except the rail road tracks and a vandalized marker.

[@DaMintyFresh1]

That was awesome my man! I love hearing these kinds of stories and learning about the lil tidbits of history that would've otherwise been forgotten and prematurely lost thru the ages. By making these documentaries, you're not only entertaining and educating many, but you're keeping the history alive.. and doing a fantastic job of it i might add, so keep it up the great work torch bearer..and thank you!

[@skiffsumner]

Always glad to wake up Sunday morning and watch History hunters. Happy to see this format instead of a only cemetery tour format.

[@martindriver6026]

What a way to start a morning. With history hunters. Nice job.

[@kirkmacarthur8003]

I like the postcard from the Oakland jail: "Just like the Golden Gate, we're always open"!

[@treebuck]

Fascinating story and well told, Jeff! You really have a gift for this.

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you very much!!!

[@danpatch4751]

Your right, someone should make this into a movie. Maybe Will Smith could be in it. This is a good story and you covered it well. Lots of unknown history.

[@nadiazahroon6573]

Will Smith deserves no role.

[@GunSlinger221]

Jeff as always very informative, I was born in Richmond CA, raised around the bay area. My Grandfather,, Casper was one of Henry Kaisers chief engineers, following Henry and later his son throughout many ventures. The building of many dams and of course the Kaiser ship yards. That is why I really like your program, I consider you the new Howell Howser of our time. Thanks for the great content, keep up the good work.

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you very much. And thanks for sharing about your grandfather’s s experience. Some amazing generations preceded us.

[@GunSlinger221]

This is for sure, I was fortunate to know both my grandfathers well. My other grandfather was in WWII was on Omaha beach, Ardennes Offensive, even hunted during a battle to obtain meat for a French town that had none , they gave him and his men bread in exchange, truly a hero. Yes, I was very fortunate to know both of them. Thank you! You are very well spoken, I attempted to do my own thing to preserve history I am the founder of this group, no longer active but it was a lot of fun. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmiud3t_iZKUZ7M

[@jbenziggy]

@@GunSlinger221 I also had the opportunity to get to know my great grandfather he was born in 1897 in Oklahoma. Unfortunately I didn’t have the mind at that time to quiz him about his life because I wish I would’ve written down his story. He live long enough to hold my first son and then he passed away in 1984.

[@alanatolstad4824]

I liked the analogy to Huell Howser...very fitting!

[@GunSlinger221]

@@jbenziggy Wow we have a lot in common, my family‘s roots on my mom side Oklahoma. A little town which I think is a lake called Eufaula. I’ve never been there my mom passed few years ago. She told me the town is now part of a lake. My grandfather never spoke about his time in World War II. A person from the VA was there when he passed away in 1992, that’s when I learned of all his past. I just know one program we were not allowed to watch was hogans heroes, he would always switch the channel if we watched it no explanation. He was and always will be my hero

[@gregsimon9061]

What a great history lesson, thanks for taking us along.

[@aaronlopez492]

I've seen some scripts get green lit that had no business seen the light of day. Yet this gem is a dramatic melo-drama complete story arc with a protagonist and antagonist. It only needs to be written and produced. Great video thanks.

[@harrisonmantooth3647]

Thank you once again Jeff, for sharing another wonderful and informative article about Early California. We've been through Lathrop many times on our sojourns up and down Hwy. 99. I never knew about this incident. You're a great researcher, it shows each and every Sundays. Stan in Idaho

[@suzannecrum9702]

If not for you,never would have known about this story at all.Thanks again for your knowledge and passing it on to us!

[@jerryfountain7921]

I usually wait patiently on Sunday mornings around 8am for you to post your latest masterpiece Jeff, but this week it didn't happen like usual. I am catching up now and really enjoyed your sharing of this incident in Lathrop and later in the Stockton Rural Cemetery. My wife & I searched there for her grandmother but were unable to locate her. We also were in Modesto a month ago and based on a 1998 photo my sister had taken at a funeral and grave side burial of a distant cousin, I was able to find my grandparents burial site! I hadn't ever met my grandfather as he died (1935) long before I was born, but last saw my grandmother when I was 1 year old in 1956 when she passed from tongue cancer. I was thrilled to find their final resting places in the old Masonic Cemetery now named the Acasia Cemetery. Thanks for all your research and presentation each week, I enjoy history via History Hunters way more than I did back in school!

[@ravensbrood3544]

It goes to show a hundred years ago people were as crazy as they are now, with the exception that nowadays such murders occur on a daily basis and are rarely mentioned in the news (if at all) and are soon forgotten. Good Vlog Jeff, Continue as You Are. 😉👍

[@daveforeman6931]

Incredible history- yes, needs to be a made into a movie or documentary of some kind. Thanks again History Hunters !

[@marktaylor4674]

Great video. I'm in the U.K, but always interested in videos relating to the old American west and its history. Well done sir. I look forward to seeing more in the future. Best wishes.

[@Andi-tu6gd]

Thank you for another great history lesson. Lathrop is famous, but not for the right reasons. Very sad, intense people involved. Your hard work is very much appreciated.

[@brucecrider2001]

Thanks again Jeff for all your hard work may you and Sarah have a great week God bless you and your family sending you all love

[@Idahoguy10157]

I’d heard of the shooting but never the full story and context. Thank you Jeff & Sarah!

[@1allanbmw]

SoCal native now in Utah. But California will always be home in my mind. My great grandfather knew Wyatt Erp in Dodge City and I find it so interesting that the Federal Marshall involved also had a Tombstone connection. It really is a small world. What's more, my gr. grandfather, Erp and this Marshall all ended up in California eventually. I've lived many years in Holland and traveled much of Europe and every state except Alaska. Of all the histories that have captured my interest and imagination the most, nothing tops our California history for me. Thank you Jeff for being the go-to-guy for that. I always look forward to seeing your latest posting. It really was the Wild West once upon a time! God bless.

[@TheSpaghetti64]

I recognized the name Dave Neagle right away and was glad you mentioned his time in Tombstone, AZ. Excellent episode as usual and like you I'm so disappointed so many of these old buildings are gone.

[@johnrambo7630]

Very interesting. You did a great job of laying out this story

[@normahird9059]

Very interesting. Now to drink that great cup of coffee and watch this vlog again Your vlogs are so well researched and done.

[@jacquestedcooper]

Thank you for doing this story. I love learning about history.

[@lisaburns2117]

This was such an fascinating story. You are so great at the details and making the story interesting. Thank you!

[@user-ou4gz2pg4d]

Jeff, what an crazy, romantic drama piece of history! Great information I had no idea about. I too get frustrated when I see the damage people do to property not belonging to them. Thanks a bunch my friends, great work! Take care...

[@anaheimskip]

Thank you for sharing this. Never knew this. Please keep finding these history stories for the area. You’re absolutely right. It would make a great film. I have some screenwriter training. Perhaps I should do some more research. Could either go with the straight period film (would be fun to recreate historical Lathrop) or give it a modernized adaptation (which might sell better in Hollywood). Either way, it’s certainly a fascinating story, worthy of being told and shared. I wish schools in the area would dig much deeper into local history. Technically, high schools only teach three years of history. I’d love to see 9th graders start with a semester of revisiting California history (only taught in 4th grade) and a semester of local (city/county) history. Or combine both into a semester and do the geography thing for the other semester. It’s important for all of us to know the history of where we live.

[@dianejohnson7235]

Always learning about the past with your videos!!!! A history lesson that most of never knew about!!!!! Thank you!!!!

[@scottherrick7531]

Well done again Jeff and Sarah. That must have taken a lot of research to go through all the twists and turns. Amazing how fast things can disappear.

[@pameladonnelson2093]

Thank you for sharing these historic events.

[@jackdelay6558]

Wow. What an intriguing story. Thank you for your in depth research. Excellent as always.

[@Slick2462]

Thanks Jeff. you entertained and informed.👍👍

[@milominderbinder3455]

I'm a big fan of your videos, would love to see one about Black Star canyon in orange county someday. There was a small battle there between American frontiersmen and a local native band which occurred in 1831, one of the more colorful events in our area's history which hasn't gotten much attention from modern historians. Many years later, there was another incident in the same canyon involving some of orange county's prominent residents. I'd be very interested to hear your thoughts on this bit of forgotten southern california history!

[@lemonjay2076]

Absolutely love the channel. Only one comment: double check your use of Cavalry vs. Calvary.

[@knightowl3577]

Thank you for educating us a little with some lesser known American history.

[@kdr74utube]

Another great episode, I love learning all these new stories of our local past that I have never heard before. I can't wait for the next one!

[@Christianministrycentral]

Thank you for some great historical content.

[@ShellyPurple47]

Thanks, My husband & I lived n Stockton for 24 years. It's always nice to see history about the area!

[@jbenziggy]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@thejimmyk]

I did learn something new! What a story! Thanks, as always, for the entertainment and education.

[@Ravelinn]

Thank you Again Jeff and Sarah. Awesome history hunt

[@chevybob9836]

Thank you for sharing the video. As a Stockton native I always look for historical videos of the town and the region. KUDOS!

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks Chevy Bob!

[@melindagordonbeck8958]

Thanks Jeff & Sarah! Sometimes it makes us (a little) homesick. Many drives through that area! Thank you for another bit of home. Your biggest Tennessee (formerly California) fans! We tell everyone about History Hunters! ♥️

[@sallykohorst8803]

Thanks for sharing more history!

[@joelhurley2678]

Jeff and Sarah, what a great episode on History Hunters. Thank you so much for sharing a story I never heard of. Where I live in Leavenworth County, I have seen a picture of Justice Steven fields because he is sitting by David Brewer who was also a Supreme Court Justice and the only one from Kansas. He also was the only one from Leavenworth County. Thank you so much again for sharing I really enjoyed this episode.

[@jamesminear2336]

Wow again... something I didn’t know! And that had to be National Headlines at the time!! I just love California and local history!! Thanks again Jeff!👍👍

[@jbenziggy]

Glad you enjoyed it, James!

[@boomtownrat5106]

Love to see a History Hunters episode where you travel to Merced Lake in SF at the spot where the Broderick/Terry duel took place. There are two small pillars there that marks the positions where they stood. It’s an interesting tale, the duel, Showing the great divide that had existed in the then Democrat party leading to the Civil War. When he lent his services to the Confederacy, It was said he had on his person a letter from Jefferson Davis appointing him governor of Nevada if he was able to secure the Comstock lode for the Confederacy. He was involved in many intrigues in Virginia City during its first boom period.

[@bevgreen8165]

He appeared in a Bonanza episode concerning that.

[@rainbowcash1892]

Enjoyed your magnetic storytelling, Jeff ~ Compelling details; I learned about this for the first time here. Thanks!

[@lynnmccurdythehdmmrc2561]

Being a California native, a 49er (1949, not 1849) there is so much History we don't know about. Big Thank You.

[@joehiker5573]

WOW... a powerhouse of an episode!!! thanks for bringing us along!!! =)

[@jbenziggy]

Our pleasure! Thank you for that enthusiastic review!

[@Col-Hogan]

Another great and informative video, thanks!

[@philipcollins5440]

Jeff, as always, fasinateing subject. Thanks 👍👍

[@truckerray9634]

Hi Jeff, Great history lesson today. I used to haul glass out of Lathrop not far off the highway there. It amazes me when you tell these stories of so many places that I've been in the San Juaquin valley. Great job my friend, take care and stay safe out there.

[@gerrymaitland9799]

Another great history lesson. I'm looking forward to your next episode...

[@michaelgmoore5708]

Really great education Jeff! Goes to show up that people never seem to change. Only things change. We always had the same problems behind closed doors with one another.

[@gregkester9075]

Jeff That was a great one. It was like watching a short version of a soap opera. It's unreal that someone would steal a historical plaque, but not surprising.

[@dano8203]

I wonder how many empty fields & lots we pass daily are filled with history. I now how have my wife interested in this channel because of how well your stories are told and the video footage too.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks! It's great to know that you and your wife are into History Hunters! It makes us happy! Blessings to you both, Dan!

[@bobbauer2287]

Good job Jeff putting that together ! Never heard of it before good job getting all the info photos ect ! Thanks ! Bob

[@jbenziggy]

Much appreciated Bob! Glad that you enjoyed this one!

[@Julie-ms9ss]

Another story I’ve not heard of before. Thank you for another informative , interesting video.

[@Xpyburnt_ndz]

Thanks Jeff & Sarah for another gr8 HH vid!!! I guess greed was as rampant back then as it is now days!

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you, Chris! Greed has always been one of the hallmarks of the human race!

[@jeffsnelling9964]

What a great episode. I really enjoy your weekly episodes. However this was an extremely enjoyable one.

[@Shakawhenthewallsfell102]

Wow! Awesome video. Perfect! Great research great editing. Y'all are ready to move on to network TV.

[@don-e4838]

Thank you for sharing this story with us.

[@jbenziggy]

You are welcome! Thanks for enjoying it!

[@aulii11]

I had no idea that any of this had happened - thanks so much for the fascinating history lesson!

[@terryeustice5399]

I sure never heard this story before. But, think it was very informative and educational. Thank you for sharing!

[@heden1460]

Always such interesting stories. Thanks you.

[@robertrowland5813]

A shocking but interesting story. Thanks for your in depth work, Jeff!

[@robertrowland5813]

Well deserved, Jeff. Keep up the good work!!

[@martinez209]

I've driven through there all my life and never knew something of significance happened there. Great work brotha!

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you! We are glad the video resonates with you!

[@rosaszymanski4601]

Another good video! Thank you!

[@dotell3359]

I just love history and the way you explain it. Thank you so much and take care.

[@georgerobinson349]

Very interesting history Jeff. Thank you!

[@jbenziggy]

We appreciate the nice comment, George.

[@debbiehorton9459]

As usual. Very interesting. I agree this would make an entertaining movie. Thank you for all the stories you bring to us.

[@dianegossum1825]

I just realized I haven’t see. Anything from you for weeks. Glad I found you again

[@jbenziggy]

How come you're missing us? We have been posting a new video every Sunday like clockwork!

[@texas060]

That was some piece of Intresting History Thank you for Sharing.

[@jbenziggy]

Our pleasure! Thanks, Texas60!

[@seanpacificrailroad3700]

Hi Jeff thanks for another amazing episode what a crazy and amazing story I just love California history thanks 😃

[@shakesalegsometimes9575]

Thanks Jeff. Always wondered about them Terrys.

[@terrydevries914]

Interesting history. What a dramatic and convoluted tale.

[@jbenziggy]

Very complicated and somewhat complicated to tell. Lol

[@jesparza]

Been following this channel and must say these stories are very interesting, great job.

[@Moultrie31768]

Great video again Jeff, Thanks.

[@harryharry6389]

Another great episode. Thank you.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks Harry!

[@howardherndon252]

As a western History buff I really enjoy your programs !!

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you very much, Howard!

[@Kalenberi]

Thank you Jeff, your always amazing.

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you, Kathy! Such a nice comment!

[@reginamay2767]

Hi Sarah and Jeff thank you thank you for another great wonderful awesome history lesson today I enjoy each and everyone of what you put together and you do it so well I love how you do it it's just awesome. But I might say is also so sad to see and no that there are no traces of what went on there in the spot that you were in not one thing other than the the stones of the cemetery where the people are buried it's a wonder that the state of California didn't unearth those stones since they let so much stealing and looting going on there it's terrible to know that California is falling apart little by little. I also wanted to add that your sound effects about the slapping and the other parts were so funny in the court I like that that you add the sound effects to to the history. ❤️ Thank you again I enjoyed it as I always do on such a beautiful Sunday with you. Take care until next time God bless. ❤️🙋

[@luckytahlula6515]

Quite the history. Thanks, Jeff.

[@dannasilva9079]

What a fascinating story! Also very tragic, I agree with you, this story should be made into a movie

[@CaliforniaFly]

So much dirt and deceit over the centuries that has led to murders and even wars. I'm no angel but I try to do right. Thanks Jeff and Sarah.

[@anthonyshaw459]

One more great video and very informational!! I look forward to videos every Sunday morning 🙂

[@dawnberthold3894]

I never heard this story, it's a kind of what goes around comes around story. Thank you for sharing, I truly enjoyed it.

[@jbenziggy]

Glad you enjoyed it, Dawn!

[@D_in_DC]

Very fascinating piece of history that not many know about. Awesome channel!!

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you very much! Happy to know you like the channel!

[@johnb.carpenter6862]

Great episode! Lots of drama even back then. It’s funny how so much happened in that spot and now it’s a vacant lot.

[@zackdaniels6858]

Thnx again Jeff~

[@privatepilot4064]

Jeff and Sarah, if you’re ever going through Hanford, stop by the Superior Dairy. It is family owned and has been there for decades. It has a history of its own. I promise you won’t be disappointed in their ice cream. You’ll most likely have to split a sundae! They’re huge and reasonably priced. Cheers!

[@dsinavich5141]

Hi ! Fascinating story ! A very interesting piece of history and well told ! You make every effort to bring us different topics ! Thanks for all your dedication to your great vlogs! Take care ! Deborah Canada 🇨🇦