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July 13, 1936
The Daily Alaska Empire
Juneau, Juneau County, Alaska
What is this article about?
In San Carlos, Arizona, on July 13, Apache Indian Earl Gardner, aged 31 and convicted of killing his wife and infant son, was hanged at dawn in a botched execution that lasted 33 minutes, with his body striking the trap and prolonging his suffering.
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Today's Hanging
SAN CARLOS. Arizona. July 13.-
Boastful Earl Gardner, Apache Indian, three a killer, hanged from government gallows for 33 minutes at dawn today while armed men stood guard as a warning to tribesmen not to interfere.
Gardner, aged 31, who insisted the government hang him for killing his wife and infant son and boasted he would take it like an Apache, met a horrible death. His body struck the side of the trap as the trigger sprung and dangled while the helpless victim groaned and kicked.
Those directing the execution talked of dropping him again and then decided against it. Every minute for fully 30 minutes the attending physician made an examination and shook his head.
The trap was sprung at 5:08 o'clock this morning and it was 5:39 when Gardner was pronounced dead.
Today's Hanging
SAN CARLOS. Arizona. July 13.-
Boastful Earl Gardner, Apache Indian, three a killer, hanged from government gallows for 33 minutes at dawn today while armed men stood guard as a warning to tribesmen not to interfere.
Gardner, aged 31, who insisted the government hang him for killing his wife and infant son and boasted he would take it like an Apache, met a horrible death. His body struck the side of the trap as the trigger sprung and dangled while the helpless victim groaned and kicked.
Those directing the execution talked of dropping him again and then decided against it. Every minute for fully 30 minutes the attending physician made an examination and shook his head.
The trap was sprung at 5:08 o'clock this morning and it was 5:39 when Gardner was pronounced dead.
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime Story
Historical Event
Tragedy
What themes does it cover?
Crime Punishment
Misfortune
Tragedy
What keywords are associated?
Hanging Execution
Apache Indian
Botched Hanging
San Carlos Arizona
Murder Conviction
What entities or persons were involved?
Earl Gardner
Where did it happen?
San Carlos, Arizona
Story Details
Key Persons
Earl Gardner
Location
San Carlos, Arizona
Event Date
July 13
Story Details
Boastful Apache Indian Earl Gardner, aged 31 and a three-time killer, was hanged at dawn for murdering his wife and infant son. The execution was botched when his body struck the trap, causing him to suffer for 33 minutes before being pronounced dead at 5:39 AM, with armed guards present as a warning to his tribe.