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David Hassell

Case from Farwell, TX dated Dec 02, 1926

Victim Details

David Hassell

Male

Farwell

TX

1926-12-02

7

David

Hassell

07/02/2026

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David Hassell, a 7-year-old boy from Farwell, Texas, was tragically murdered on December 2, 1926. His death was part of a horrific mass killing carried out by his uncle and stepfather, George Jefferson Hassell. Alongside David, eight other children and their mother, Susan Frances “Susie” Ferguson Hassell, were brutally slain in their home.

The murders occurred on a cold December night when George Hassell, prone to violent outbursts and alcohol-fueled rage, attacked his wife Susie foll ...
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  • David Hassell (1919-1926) | WikiTree FREE Family Tree
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