The New Newgate Calendar

The Bow Street courtroom In a piece worthy of today’s Daily Mail, in 1800, the Caledonian Mercury reported on the illegal occupations undertaken... read more »

In contemporary America, it would be next to unthinkable to schedule an execution for New Year’s Day — and asking the associated team of wardens,... read more »

Thank you to all of you who read, commented on, or shared my posts this year – it’s really appreciated. Here’s to a great second year... read more »