This episode of Wild West Chronicles tells the story of Ada Curnutt, one of Oklahoma’s first female deputy marshals. Ada, initially a courthouse clerk, demonstrates her bravery by serving a summons to a dangerous bootlegger, which leads to her being sworn in as a deputy marshal.
The episode, airing on INSP on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 10:00 PM, explores Ada’s unique approach to law enforcement. Despite her firm principle of not carrying a gun while on duty, she volunteers to arrest a pair of killers-turned-counterfeiters alongside her partner, Henry Sharp. Ada’s cunning plan allows her to capture the criminals without resorting to violence. However, the story takes a turn when the counterfeiters break free of their restraints on the way to jail, leading to another confrontation.
Years later, Bat Masterson, a former gunfighter turned reporter, seeks out Ada’s boss to uncover the truth about this trailblazing female deputy’s experiences.
Wild West Chronicles: Ada Curnutt, U.S. Deputy Marshal airs Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 10:00 PM on INSP.
