John J. Manning

For the American labor unionist, see John J. Manning (unionist).

John J. Manning
Born(1842-02-02)February 2, 1842
Kilkenny County, Ireland
DiedSeptember 13, 1911(1911-09-13) (aged 69)
Deadwood, South Dakota
Burial placeSt. Ambrose Cemetery, Deadwood, South Dakota
CitizenshipUnited States of America
Occupationsfrontiersman, lawman, gold prospector, rancher, and saloon owner
Political partyDemocrat
SpouseFrankie Scott m. August 28, 1877
Children2
Parent(s)James & Julia Manning

John J. Manning (February 2, 1842 – September 13, 1911) was an Irish American frontiersman, lawman, gold prospector, rancher and saloon owner in the American West during the latter part of the 19th century. He was a prominent citizen in Deadwood, South Dakota from his arrival in 1876 to his death. Manning was the first elected sheriff of Lawrence County, Dakota Territory which included Deadwood. He served several terms as sheriff, as well as operated saloons, several livery stables, and a cattle & horse ranch in nearby Belle Fourche in South Dakota.

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