Joseph Lee Heywood

Joseph Lee Heywood (August 12, 1837–September 7, 1876) was the acting cashier at the First National Bank of Northfield, Minnesota, when the James-Younger Gang attempted to rob the bank. At the time, Heywood also held positions as Treasurer for the City of Northfield and Treasurer of Carleton College.

Read more about Joseph Lee Heywood:  Early Life and Career, The Northfield Bank Raid, The Aftermath, Memorials

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