Joseph Hillstrom case records, 1915-1916.

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Joseph Hillstrom case records, 1915-1916.

As chief executive officer of the state, Governor Spry had the authority to commute the sentences of those convicted of crimes. The murder conviction and execution of Joseph Hillstrom (Joe Hill) became one of the most controversial criminal cases in Utah history; it generated national and international interest.

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Utah. Governor (1909-1917 : Spry)

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Spry, William, 1864-1929

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American politician and governor of Utah. From the description of Correspondence, 1921-1928. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122497458 From the description of William Spry papers, 1909-1916. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122495140 From the guide to the William Spry papers, 1909-1916, (L. Tom Perry Special Collections) Governor of Utah. From the description of Papers, 1914-1916 [microform]. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 26596533 ...

Hill, Joe

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