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Helen Stewart’s Transformation After Archibald’s Murder at Kiel Ranch
In July 1884, a simple pay dispute at Las Vegas Ranch turned deadly.
When hired hand Schuyler Henry threatened Helen Stewart, her husband Archibald grabbed his rifle and rode to Kiel Ranch for justice. Hours later, Helen got a crude note: “Mrs Sturd send a team and take Mr. Sturd away he is dead. ” Left pregnant with four small children, Helen faced a choice – sell the ranch or run it herself…