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