In a brazen move, a group of thieves attempted to steal a $20,000 donation meant for the rectory of the Lakeland institution, the First Presbyterian Church. The daring heist was foiled by the quick thinking of the church officials and the authorities. According to reports, the would-be thieves planned to use the funds for the construction of an up-to-date automobile, which would have been equipped with the most improved machinery available at the time. The rectory, located on the recently purchased property near Lake Hunter, was set to be renovated and upgraded with the generous donation from Messrs. R.F. Lineberger and F.S. Johnston.
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Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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