James H. Snook
James Howard Snook | |
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Snook in 1929 | |
| Born | James Howard Snook September 17, 1879 South Lebanon, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | February 28, 1930 (aged 50) |
| Cause of death | Execution by electrocution |
| Resting place | Green Lawn Cemetery, Columbus, Ohio |
| Occupation | Professor |
| Spouse | Helen M. Snook |
| Partner | Theora Hix |
| Medal record | ||
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| Men's shooting | ||
| Representing the United States | ||
| Olympic Games | ||
| 1920 Antwerp | Team 30 m military pistol | |
| 1920 Antwerp | Team 50 m team pistol | |
James Howard Snook (September 17, 1879 – February 28, 1930) was an American Olympic sport shooter, veterinarian, and convicted murderer. He won two gold medals for the United States at the 1920 Summer Olympics and is the only Olympic gold medalist to have been executed for murder.