Name not reported

In July 1883, during an escape attempt at the state prison in Salem, Oregon, three people were killed and two were wounded, according to a short newspaper report. Eight others got away. The report said no officers were hurt.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined

Reported by: newspaper report of the 1883 escape attempt at the Oregon State Penitentiary in Salem (reporters).

Source

• The People And New Hampshire Patriot, July 12, 1883, page 5 The People And New Hampshire Patriot, July 12, 1883