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William Taylor

died July 27, 1895 · Ohio State Penitentiary, Columbus, Ohio

William Taylor, a Black man, was executed by the state at the Ohio penitentiary annex in Columbus shortly after midnight on July 27, 1895. He was held at the penitentiary until his execution.

Cause of death, as reported: Executed by the state

Reported by: news reports.

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