W. R. Long

W. R. Long was held in the jail at Kokomo, Indiana. On April 4, 1882, a group of disguised men took him from the jail and hanged him from a bridge. Local men, including W. F. Tail and Rev. M. McCune, tried to stop the mob but were met with jeers. Before his death he sang 'See that My Grave's Kept Green' at his request and said he hoped to meet his father and mother in heaven.

Cause of death, as reported: Taken from custody and lynched. A group of disguised men took him from the Kokomo, Indiana jail and hanged him from a bridge.

Reported by: historical newspaper account (Chronicling America) (reporters).

Source

• The Iola Register, April 14, 1882, page 2 The Iola Register, April 14, 1882