“The Sensation of Half a Century Ago: Murder of Sarah M. Cornell; a Narrative of Events by a Witness.” Back Metadata Thumbnail Share Title"The Sensation of Half a Century Ago: Murder of Sarah M. Cornell; a Narrative of Events by a Witness."DescriptionJan. 1, 1883, lengthy historical article, dealing with famous 1832 murder of mill girl. The Rev. Ephraim K. Avery was tried and acquitted.Date Published1883Document FormatNewspaperSubject(s)Avery, Ephraim K., d. 1869. | Cornell, Sarah Maria, 1802-1832. | Tiverton (R.I.) -- History. | Trials (Murder) -- Rhode Island.PublisherProvidence JournalPlace Of PublicationProvidence, R.I.HoldingsRhode Island Historical SocietyIs Part OfProvidence Journal (January 1, 1883).Periodical TitleProvidence Journal | Providence JournalFull Text AvailableYesPlaceRhode Island | Tiverton, R.I.CNEB_ID3921DatePublishedClean1883 Document The Sensation_The_Providence_Daily_Journal___January_1_1883__p12 Download Continue browsing Rhode Island Tercentenary, 1636-1936: Historical Edition of Tiverton, Rhode Island. “When the Whipping Post Came Tumbling Down.” Back to items list