1872 Lexington, North Carolina hanging...

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December 14, 1872

THE NEW YORK HERALD, Dec. 14, 1872

* Lexington, North Carolina
* African American execution
* Davidson County hanging

The top of page 5 has a one column heading: "THE EXTREME PENALTY" with subheads. (see images) A detailed report here.
Complete with all 12 pages, a little spine wear, otherwise nice.