Powell v. State

Conviction is for murder, with punishment assessed at confinement in the penitentiary for life.

Appellant was charged with the murder of R. A. Jackson. Deceased had a small picture show outfit and traveled in a Ford car, going to small places and communities in the country, putting on shows at school houses and other places where he could obtain permission. About June 1st, deceased was at Belcherville, in Montague county, at which time he was traveling alone, and at that point made arrangements with appellant to travel with him and assist him in the operation of his show. Appellant was to…