A journal of the proceedings in the detection of the conspiracy formed by some white people, in conjunction with Negro and other slaves, for burning the city of New-York in America, and murdering the inhabitants. ... Containing, I. A narrative of the trials, condemnations, executions, and behaviour of the several criminals, at the gallows and stake, with their speeches and confessions; with notes, observations and reflections occasionally interspersed throughout the whole. II. An appendix, wherein is set forth some additional evidence concerning the said conspiracy and conspirators, which has come to light since their trials and executions. III. Lists of the several persons (whites and blacks) committed on account of the conspiracy; and of the several criminals executed; and of those transported, with the places whereto. By the Recorder of the City of New-York. [One line in Latin from Virgil]
Horsmanden, Daniel,1694-1778.
New-York : Printed by James Parker, at the new printing-office,
1744.
Half-title: "Journal of the Proceedings Against the Conspiritors at New-York, 1741 & 1742".
Printed in two columns.
"Errata."--p. [206].
Daniel Horsmanden was recorder of New York City in 1744.
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