The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1856-07-28


alex. Purple,
James Hennessey,
Tom Mulloy
Frank Murray
Jack Mcclure,
Vim. Hamilton,
PhuandTr Brace, =
Jas oasick, ordered to leave, out refused to go
J. R. Maioney, ieit in John l. stephens, brought
70 New York
Daniel Aldrich, left in John I. stephens; left at
Panama.
Alexander H Purple, left 10 John l. Stephens;
brought to New York.
Lewis Mahoney, left in John L. Stephens left at
Acapulco,
overheard at sea.
Execution OF Samuel L. Garrett and william,
=. Kelly, or Sacramento.
Samuel L. Garrett and William 8. Kelly were
executed by the authorities at Sacramen,o-the
former for the murder Of Amiel 3rickeIi in August
last and the latter for the murder of Daniel c. How
Of FL Dorado. We sre indebted TO the extra Union
for the following particulars Of The execution :
We had long conversation with The prisoners
relative to the commission Of the crimes Of which
they had been convicted principally with Kelly
howeverthe subjoined confession Of Garrett in his
,wn handwriting, and over his own signature hav.
ing been previously placed in our hands, with the
assurance that no other statement Of the circnm-
stances connected with the murder had been made
y him.
INTERVIEW BETWEEN GARRETT AND HIS WIFE.
tiers, and detained at the station house on THURSDAY
night in consequence Of her attempt az selfdestru
ton on that day. She was kept within view of the
officers during the night, 70 prevent any further
effort 20 that end. In consequence OF her frantic
state it not deemed advisable to sccede to her
request 70 be permitted 10 visit her husband on the
brig On The intercession, however, OF a generous
hearted lady of our city, who sympathised with her
in her afiction, she was permitted to 60 board,
in company With the lady and one or two gentlemen.
She remained on the brig with her husband about an
hour and a half
The interview is said to have been most affecting
Their conversation was wholly in a whisper. Few
words were interchangei, In consequence OF the
IRENE agitation OF both. Mrs. Garrett particularly,
was greatly moved. She sobbed and wept during
nearly the entire interview.
Governor johnson went aboard during the inter
view, exchanged few words with the prisoners,
shook hands with them on parting, and came ashore
in company with Mrs Garrett, assisting IN her sup
port. The parting of Mrs Garrett and her husband,
although affecting, effected quietly, and occurred
about ten minutes before the prisoners were brought
out TO be taken to the place of execution.
When the parties ascenjed the scaffold Sheriff
White asked Kelly if he wished to say anything to
the crowd He did not a. first, make any decided
response but moving over TO the northwest corner,
hesitated and commenced picking his teeth.
While be hestated, the Sheriff turned to Garrett and
asked him If he desired 10 say anything. He an
swered IN firm voice that he wished to say few
words, and promptly stepped up to the railing on the
north side. Ia firm, distinc, voice be said:
murder. ] am innocent never murdered any nan.
! comm tied the crime Of mans.augh,er ] killed Mr..
bese. lied nm p ssiae.enes ana ior ne pro-
that there conspiracy between Mr.. Bficke wife
and daughter and myself to XII him. This IS not cor
killed him. and only responsible. killed
him witbou: malice i had no malice IN my heart
always liked bin and respected him. Il - useless how
ever to say anyth ng now What Is done cannot be re-
As eoon Of Garrett had concluded and stepped
back, Kelley took bis place and In . distinct and
LADIES and gen,leren-I have been fetched here for
the crime q murder, which am not guilty Of. have
aSes saS rsp,saen want 70 tel Won 10 keep out =
bac company. u vns this Thai hHs brought me bere.
That al have 70 say.
The prisoners immediately, at the reques. OF The
sheriff. commenced drawing of their coats and ad
iustng their shirt collars. They then stepped upon
the drop Immediately under the respective ropes,
when, with their own assistance, the long, flowing,
white shroHds we're placed upon them and bound
round their waists with white band.
Their hands and legs were then tied, and during
the operation they gave directions as to the manner
Of the operation, whether too tight or too loose
Kelly wore gloves Carrot had none on. The Gun
was shining brightly, and Kelly beckoned TO one of
the officers 90 put Oh the cap The black hood WAS
then drawn over his face and tied under the chin.
At this time an officer approa he'd With the hood
towards Garrett. As soon "a IL was ready 70 be
drawn on be turned his face towards the crowd,
ana noddipg, said. Farewell-farewell all !"
From beneath the hood Of Kelly also, came the
word Farewell.
The condemned having previously shaken hands
with the soerIf and several OF the persons on the
scafiold, including the Rev. Mr.. Shuck, the nooses
were adjusted about their Decks, and a. they thus
stood Mr.. Shuck was observed % whisper IN their
ears.
The solemn service Of the dead wac then read ia
an impressive manner by that gentleman amid pro-
found silence. He closed 1t with the Lords Prayer,
and az Amen Tell from his lips, the sharp Ratchet
In the band OF sheriff White descended severing the
cord. and az precisely five minutes past one o'clock
laun ching the unfortunate men into eternity.
The following was handed 10 the Rev. M. Shuck
by Kelly, his last words Just previous - his leay
ing the prison brig for the scaifold -
"As only few hours viii elapse ere pass from
tine 20 eternity, IN accordance with the memorable
nat Of human laws, one word OF friendly counsel
offer 10 the living. a confession. a. such. woid be
a useless working. am young man, Of parentage
carefully religious. and Of the highest responsibility
and while took the life Of human being, my
is Ia 70 You on young men ana v a s
tons, the listening 20 advice Of wicked men, and the
keeping Il mad company, IN opposition 70 my early
religions training, the counsels OF my father and
mother, and the voice Of conscience. have brought
my earthly career 70 It's present ignomnioas end.
Prom my first imprisonment m this city, have
epdeayored 20 follow the instructions Of my spiritual
guide. have bitterly repented Of the past, have
sought divine forgiveness, have const unity read the
Bible, and prayed; and now, with liked trust IN
the merits alone Of the mercfu, forgiving and a.
cended Son OF God, meet, without fear, my ignobe
fafe. and, lust on eternity awful tTnk, nft nv
voice for the last time and say aloud 10 young men
avoid bad company, and follow the advice and exam
pie Of the sabbath keeper and the church goer.
PRIsos BsIs. June ~, ls56. VIZ. s. KsLLy.f
ArrExPrED SUICIDE or eiRRErT's WIFE.
Harriet Louisa Garrett, who was married n Sa-
muel Garrett her fathers murderer. says the "a IA
nento American, attempted 20 commit suicide yes.
terday morning, having purchased twenty grains Of
opium for the purpose. Her conduct atte1cted Al;
tention. when officer Rker and the Deputy Marsh
rrC cl u hnr frfHrrOv1trr he
che asserted her intention % kill herself Part OF
the opium AMI the following letter 70 Captain Wat
son and sheriff White, we're found in Der posses
Sion
lrNE g. 1856
C.TTsrN w1Iso~ kyp sfL--Capsau, aboa, - wind
- my artny cares, and wish you 20 accept M
thanks fcr yonr KIND treatment ~ me, and the sheriff
also. Ion must excuse this note, "a 1tan; don't
yon 10 bold "a Il b. done Corour inquest over us
Tor de ~ own hands bury lasi a. lie,
dor $ parate seri or my mother, II y0l please.
taptalu ict her take W lied. Yours tru =.
SnKnity WRIT ihoutht would save you the roan'o.
e. take ny hfe Bury j. both together Accept
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