The Sun's yellowed page on the electric chair debate
The piece reflects a 19th century stance railing against capital punishment after William Kemmler's execution. It condemns the electric method as needlessly cruel, urges repeal, and critiques reformers who push humane goals while tolerating state murder. It also touches on bird protection laws in Pennsylvania and various editorial snips about public figures and local happenings.
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