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January 23, 2019

Reprints Crime

History of the Loomis Gang

In 1802, horse rustler George Washington Loomis rode into Oneida County and built a mansion adjacent to an impenetrable swamp perfect for storing thieved goods. It was the beginning of the saga of the largest organized crime family in 19th century America.

Amos Cummings New York Sun Jan 1877 45min Permalink