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Lake Colored School
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On Jan. 20, 1933, James W. Kellar was put to death in the last hanging execution to take place at the St. Louis County Courthouse in Clayton. The gallows was in a 10 by 6 foot room on what was known as "The Bridge of Sighs," a brick corridor connecting the second floor of the jail with the second floor of the courthouse.
SOURCE: The historical information presented on this page is adapted with permission from Discovering African American St. Louis: A Guide to Historic Sites by Dr. John A. Wright, Sr. We are honored to share his invaluable research and historical insights, made available through the generous consent of Dr. Wright and the Missouri Historical Society Press. Their dedication to preserving and celebrating the rich legacy of Black St. Louis is a gift to our community—a testament to those who came before us and a guide for those who walk the path forward.
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