Hooked on Huskers
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Convicted murder, average of 18 years death row. Not 18 days nor 18 months but 18 years !
Late 19th century laws, convicted murder. Next day or two, hanging or firing squad. The same U.S. constitution.
Mary Surratt, who was convicted of taking part in the conspiracy which led to the assassination of Abe Lincoln. Trial ..... sentenced to death, June 30th 1865. She was hanged ... July 7th 1865.
Death row, 8 days. Approved, backed by U.S. constitution
