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Date: August 23, 1955

Decade: 1950s

Creator: The Florence Times

Description: Describes that an unnamed Black woman was on trial for murder and that prosecution was arguing for the death penalty. Also, includes other cases set to go on trial.

Language: English

Subject: Crime, Trial

Location Depicted: Florence, AL, Lauderdale Co., AL

Digital Publisher: The Florence Times

Rights Information: Public Domain (Fair Use)

Citation: “In Lawrence County: Negro Mother of 5 Goes On Trial For Her Life.” The FlorenceTimes, August 23, 1955

Source Format: Newspaper

Type: Text

Format: PDF

Tags: Crime, Death, Defense, Jury, Murder, Penalty, Prosecution, Trial