the last man to be hanged at morpeth prison. was George Hunter; on march 28th 1876. he was buried in the prison yard

Was he from Bedlington Tony

interesting this topic.

Morpeth used to do public hangings as well as in the gaol.

However, i have never looked into it further.

Where were the public hangings at Morpeth.

And, what was George Hunter hung for ?

I know the term "Gala Day" was from Gallows Day when even children had time off from schooling to watch the hangings.

Can we build on this topic ?

he was hung for the murder of William Wood . they were both miners

its my birthday today age 68 and getting younger

Happy birthday Tony, I hope your having a good one

Happy Birthday Tony, all the best