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Murder Charge Remains On Grave Despite Pardon
Hamp Kendall. Lawrence Nelson. R. Gregg Cherry. Gov. and Caldwell County Board discuss a grave marker alleging murder. Kendall seeks removal but state law blocks action. Nelson was convicted then pardoned. Kendall lives in the mountains and has not learned of the board’s decision. The state paid Kendall $5,000 for years in prison.
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Hamp Kendall
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Gregg Cherry
Lawrence Nelson
Nelson
Hamo Hendall
Donn Vick
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