Pierce, Franklin (1804-1869) Pardon of Lucy Wheeler, "a negress," convicted of two counts of aggravated assault.
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00173.05 Author/Creator: Pierce, Franklin (1804-1869) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Document signed Date: 17 November 1854 Pagination: 2 p. ; 42 x 27 cm Order a Copy
Wheeler, convicted of two counts of aggravated assault: sentenced in one case to 1 year imprisonment, and to pay a $0.50 fine and court costs; sentenced in the other to 6 months imprisonment [to be served following the first term], and to pay another $0.50 fine and court costs. Pardoned after serving out her first prison term and paying $0.50 fine. (c/s William L. Marcy)
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