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Hanging Judge Parker

Isaac Charles Parker served more than 20 years as the presiding judge at Fort Smith, Arkansas. In his tenure, 79 men were sent to the gallows. Charlie and Merlin reflect on Parker, his hangman, and three groups of hangees.

English
  • Originally Aired October 15, 1987
  • Runtime 9 minutes
  • Network PBS
  • Created November 9, 2006 by
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