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1878--First Man Hung for Murder in Kenton County
Watson is named as the first person hanged in Kenton County. He was found guilty of the murder of his wife, Edith, in 1878.
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1859--Joe Hung for Murder
Sentenced to death by hanging on March 19, 1859 (at age 16) for the murder of nine year old child Eliza Bryan. Marquess was paid $900 for the loss of Joe.
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1849--Gabriel Convicted of Murder
Gabriel, an enslaved man held by S.P. Brady, was convicted of first degree murder in the death of Edwin, an enslaved man held by Thomas Roberts and was sentenced to execution by hanging on December 14, 1849.