Executed
William McHugh
William McHugh was put to death by hanging in Cincinnati, Ohio, on May 2, 1884. The Delta Chief newspaper reported on May 14, 1884, that about two hundred spectators were present. As a judicial execution, his death was carried out by the state while he was in its custody.
Cause of death, as reported: Executed by the state
Reported by: 1884 Cincinnati newspaper report (reporters).