Executed

Ashley Cocke

died July 22, 1902 · Washington County, Mississippi

Ashley Cocke was hanged at Greenville, Mississippi, on July 22, 1902, after his appeals had failed. Relatives and friends, including influential family connections in several states, worked to save him and petitioned the governor for commutation of his sentence. The newspaper reported that the governor sympathized with the families of both men. A request for a stay on constitutional grounds was also declined.

Cause of death, as reported: Executed by the state. Relatives and friends petitioned the governor for commutation, and a request for a stay on constitutional grounds was declined.

Reported by: the newspaper account.

Source

Atlanta Semi-Weekly Journal, July 24, 1902, page 3 Atlanta Semi-Weekly Journal, July 24, 1902

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