Notable Lewis Countians
Harvey John Bailey
1887–1979
A Lewis County-born career criminal associated with major Depression-era robberies, the Charles Urschel kidnapping case, imprisonment, and escape. Bailey was born near Weston or Jane Lew before his criminal career unfolded across several states.
Lewis County connection
Bailey was born near Weston or Jane Lew before his criminal career unfolded across several states.
Harvey Bailey in a 1933 Dallas police mugshot.
Lewis County connection
Bailey was born near Weston or Jane Lew before his criminal career unfolded across several states.
Career and public significance
A Lewis County-born career criminal associated with major Depression-era robberies, the Charles Urschel kidnapping case, imprisonment, and escape.
His inclusion records notoriety, policing, federal criminal investigation, and the mythology surrounding Depression-era outlaws; it does not confer honor.
Reading the record carefully
Crime victims and consequences remain central. The page avoids outlaw glamour, distinguishes allegations from convictions, and treats conflicting birthplace wording cautiously.
Life and legacy
Timeline
1887
Born in the Lewis County area.
1933
Captured and prosecuted during the Urschel kidnapping investigation era.
1960s
Leaves federal imprisonment after decades in custody.
1979
Dies in Missouri.
Sources and further reading
How this profile was documented
- Kansas City Massacre files
Federal Bureau of Investigation Vault
Starting source for biographical dates, offices, achievements, and the Lewis County connection.
- Urschel kidnapping
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Starting source for biographical dates, offices, achievements, and the Lewis County connection.
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