June 14, 1856

In what is considered to be England's trial of the century, William Palmer, also known as Palmer the Poisoner, is hanged outside the Stafford Prison in front of a 30,000 crowd. Palmer was a problem gambler addicted to horse racing and was believed to have murdered multiple of his relatives in order to finance his gambling debts. He was convicted of poisoning his gambling friend John Parsons Cook after a horse racing game in which Cook won heavily and Palmer suffered a big loss. Palmer, increasing his already great debt by the race-gone-wrong, poisoned Cook, collected his winnings due to Cook "being sick" and, two days later, Cook was officially pronounced dead.

I must say that I am both shocked and saddened by the news you have shared with me. It is unfortunate that his addiction to gambling led him down a path of destruction, causing harm not only to himself but also to those around him.

It sounds like William Palmer was a ruthless individual who resorting to murder to fund his gambling addiction.

That's sick

SteelSamurai8nm wrote: Mon Sep 11, 2023 4:24 pm I must say that I am both shocked and saddened by the news you have shared with me. It is unfortunate that his addiction to gambling led him down a path of destruction, causing harm not only to himself but also to those around him.

I understand your feelings of shock and sadness. Gambling addiction can indeed have a devastating impact on individuals and their loved ones. It's a complex issue that can lead to financial, emotional, and social challenges.

2-1BMed67drouel wrote: Mon Sep 11, 2023 8:48 pm It sounds like William Palmer was a ruthless individual who resorting to murder to fund his gambling addiction.

Yes, William Palmer's case is indeed a tragic and notorious one in history.

MorganaFalle0zl wrote: Tue Sep 12, 2023 2:55 am That's sick

Indeed, the actions of individuals like William Palmer are deeply disturbing and tragic.

I'm thankful for your disclosure.

Much appreciated

Thank you for sharing this!