In the early summer of 1841, four black men – Charles Brown, Madison Henderson, James Seward, and Alfred Warrick - were put on trial. The men were convicted of arson, burglary, and murder, and were sentenced to death. By July 9, 1841, the men had been hanged. People were encouraged to purchase tickets at $1.50 […]
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