Farmington, Missouri – In a stunning display of authority, Sheriff’s Deputy M. [no name given] yesterday seized control of the Swinford family farm, a sprawling estate in the heart of St. Francois County. The move comes after a court order was issued against Mart Swinford, George Swinford, and C.W. Swinford, who were accused of defaulting on a debt to local businessmen J.A. Weiner and John S. Woodard.
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Key Facts
- State: Missouri
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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