Durgan, Bridget (c. 1845–1867)
Durgan, Bridget (c. 1845–1867)
Irish-born murderer. Born c. 1845 in Ireland; hanged Aug 30, 1867.
While working as maid in New Market (New Jersey) for William and Mary Ellen Coriell, stabbed Mary Ellen to death in her bed; tried and sentenced to death, was hanged at age 22 before 2,000 spectators.
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