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New-York Spectator, June 5, 1811: Report on the Killing of Richard Bowden

Issue of the New-York Spectator newspaper from June 5, 1811, reporting on the killing of Richard Bowden by Samuel Myers in New York City. The article details the circumstances surrounding the event, including the role of Bowden's father, Moses Myers, and the location of the incident in Norfolk, Virginia.

Associated People/Businesses

New-York Spectator
MYERS, MOSES / MYERS, SAMUEL

Geography

New York City

Subjects

Murder
Newspapers
Violence
Crime

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Oversize Box 1, Folder 3