Wilson Nockum

Wilson Nickum was hanged in public at Plaquemine, Louisiana, in August 1889, according to one newspaper report. A second report, published in September 1889, describes the execution as drawing more than 1,000 spectators.

Cause of death, as reported: Executed by the state

Reported by: news reports.

Sources (2)

• The Iowa Plain Dealer, September 5, 1889, page 1 The Iowa Plain Dealer, September 5, 1889
• The Abbeville Press And Banner, September 18, 1889, page 6 The Abbeville Press And Banner, September 18, 1889