Requisitions for the return of fugitives from justice, 1867-1871.

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Requisitions for the return of fugitives from justice, 1867-1871.

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These are requests to Governor John W. Stevenson asking for the capture and extradition of fugitives from other states, and requests from Governor Stevenson asking for the return of Kentucky fugitives. Included are requests for fugitives charged with a variety of offenses, including murder and rape.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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Stevenson, John W., 1812-1886.

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Kentucky. Governor (1867-1871 : Stevenson)

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John White Stevenson succeeded to the office of governor in September 1867, upon the death of newly-elected Governor John L. Helm. A Democrat, he served until a few months prior to the end of the term, when he resigned to take a seat in the United States Senate. Stevenson was born in Richmond, Virginia in 1812. After graduating from the University of Virginia, he studied law and eventually moved to Covington, Kentucky in 1841. He was first elected to public office in 184...