Fallen marshal to be honored on national memorial

GALENA, Kan. — A lawman killed in Cherokee County nearly 125 years ago will soon be honored nationally.

Empire City Marshal Marion Thomas will soon be added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C.

In 1900 – present day Galena was known as "Empire City."

On February 4 of that year, Marshal Thomas entered a saloon near Main and Columbus Streets around 3 that afternoon for a report of shots fired inside the establishment.

When he entered, he was shot multiple times, he died instantly, leaving behind a wife and three kids.

The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office learned earlier this year that Marshal Thomas' ultimate sacrifice was not included on the memorial in DC – so they used historical documents to petition for his inclusion.

A formal dedication ceremony is scheduled for May 13, 2025.

There will be a candlelight vigil as part of National Police Week.

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