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April 3, 1828
The Litchfield County Post
Litchfield, Litchfield County, Connecticut
What is this article about?
Lieut. Gov. Pitcher urges New York Senate to appoint special investigator into William Morgan's suspected murder or captivity, amid anti-Masonic unrest, as prior justice efforts failed.
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Morgan. On Thursday last, Lieut. Gov. Pitcher sent a message to the senate of New-York, on the subject of the anti-masonic excitement, in that state and the outrage which produced it. He says "it is believed by many that Morgan is murdered, and it is certain that, if alive, he is held in captivity." As all efforts to bring the offenders to justice have been unavailing, he recommends the appointment of a person for the special purpose of investigating the criminal transaction in relation to the removal of Morgan : that he be invested with power to examine witnesses, enter complaints, conduct criminal prosecutions, &c. Lieut. Gov P. says "the apprehensions of our fellow citizens never can or ought to be satisfied until justice is obtained."
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Crime Story
Mystery
What themes does it cover?
Justice
Crime Punishment
What keywords are associated?
Morgan Disappearance
Anti Masonic Excitement
Lieut Gov Pitcher
New York Senate
Criminal Investigation
Suspected Murder
What entities or persons were involved?
Morgan
Lieut. Gov. Pitcher
Where did it happen?
New York
Story Details
Key Persons
Morgan
Lieut. Gov. Pitcher
Location
New York
Event Date
Thursday Last
Story Details
Lieut. Gov. Pitcher sends message to New-York senate on anti-masonic excitement from outrage against Morgan, believed murdered or held captive; recommends appointing special investigator with powers to examine witnesses and prosecute.