Summer of 1841, protecting her family, Emily Dugan shot an Indian with
her father's flintlock. With one blow of an ax, she severed the head and
placed it on the gatepost in front of the Dugan's cabin, to warn off other
Indians. See more about Emily Dugan, (1822-1846.)
Indian Skull, photo ca 1950
George Dugan, Lora holds the skull, and L.D. Tindall.
Thanks to Lora Tindall for sharing the photo and info.