Isam Dart walked out of his cabin on the morning of Oct. 4, 1900, and headed toward his corral. He didnât make it.
From behind a tree 120 yards away, an assassin fired a single rifle shot that struck Dart in the breast and severed his spine. The 42-year-old Dart died almost instantly, moaning âOh my God!â as he fell.
History has held notorious gunman Tom Horn responsible for the murder of Dart, who was a well-respected Black cowboy. Even though Horn was never arrested or even investigated for the killing, there is significant evidence to tie him to the killings of both Dart and Dartâs friend, Mat Rash.
Luxury Escapes Guide to Port Douglas
The laidback town of Port Douglas is your gateway to Tropical North Queensland, where the sounds of the rainforest meet the wonders of the reef.
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A longtime Australian holiday favourite and launchpad to the wonders of Tropical North Queensland, Port Douglas radiates relaxed coastal sophistication.
The tropical town finds itself at the privileged intersection of the Great Barrier Reef (which stretches from Cairns to Cape Tribulation) and the Daintree Rainforest – the only place in the world where two UNESCO World Heritage sites meet.
High-end resorts host visitors who flock to Port Douglas for the wealth of activities on land and sea. A day must be dedicated to visiting Mossman Gorge and swimming in the wild – healing for your body, mind and soul.