Charles Birger hanging.....
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ALBANY EVENING NEWS, Albany, New York, April 19, 1928 This 36 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Birger, Smiling, Walks Erect To Close Career at Gallows He Has Twice Tried to Cheat" and more. (see)
Tells of the execution of Charles Birger for the murder of Mayor Joseph Adams.
Other news of the day. Little spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
Category: The 20th Century
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