Elizabeth Potts
English murderer (1846-1890) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Elizabeth Potts (née Atherton; December 21, 1846 – June 20, 1890) was convicted of murder in 1889 and hanged the following year, the only woman ever to be legally executed in the U.S. state of Nevada. Her husband, Josiah Potts, was executed simultaneously, having been convicted of the murder and partial dismemberment of 57 year old, British born, Miles Fawcett.[2][3]
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Elizabeth Potts | |
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Born | Elizabeth Atherton December 21, 1846 |
Died | June 20, 1890(1890-06-20) (aged 43) Elko, Nevada, U.S. |
Occupation | Housewife |
Known for | Convicted of murder; only woman legally executed in Nevada |
Criminal status | Executed |
Conviction(s) | First degree murder |
Criminal penalty | Death |
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