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The first trial execution in S. Francisco on the night of 10th. of June at 2 o'clock., before 1851 June 21

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 18
Identifier: Baird 079:

Scope and Contents

Depicts the hanging of John Jenkins, a "Sydney man," from the rafters of the San Francisco Custom House in the Plaza. A sign on the Custom House reads "Burgoyne."

Dates

  • before 1851 June 21

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Collection materials are in English, with a few lettersheets in German and French.

Access

Collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 4 flat boxes (2.75 linear feet)

Physical Description

Lithograph; 17 x 24 cm.

General Note

Del. after the nature by W.C.K. Pub. and Lith. Justh Quirot & Co. Corr Calif. & Mont. Sts. S.F.

Repository Details

Part of the California Historical Society Repository

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