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William Neal

Carter County, Kentucky

William Neal was executed at Grayson, Kentucky, as reported by The Iowa Plain Dealer in June 1885. The paper said the execution took place in the presence of 100 armed guards. According to the account, Neal protested his innocence, and a man said to be his accomplice had confessed.

Cause of death, as reported: Executed by the state. Neal protested his innocence, and one of his confederates had reportedly confessed.

Reported by: news reports.

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