Ride for Life - The Near Execution of John Goldman

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Locked Up With History

Deb Robinson

19 episodes

6 days ago

Have you ever wanted to know about colonial gaols and the men, women, and children incarcerated there? Or perhaps executions, escapes, historical murders, urban legends, ghost stories, and much more. Then join Deb from the National Crime & Justice Museum at the Geelong Gaol and Twisted History team as we step back in time and explore the darker side of Victoria's history so those who have come before us are not forgotten or ignored. Once you have listened to the episode, join us on our Locked up with History webpage for more information, photos and to ask whatever questions you have!

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Ride for Life - The Near Execution of John Goldman

Locked Up With History

19 minutes 16 seconds

4 years ago

Ride for Life - The Near Execution of John Goldman

In 1853, Trooper John Goldman shot his superior Corporal William Harvey in his tent at Buningyong following an altercation with a local shopkeeper over some boxes. Harvey died 24 hours later and Goldman disappeared for 9 months before being arrested.

Goldman was convicted of wilful murder and was sentenced to death. It was to be the first public execution in the town of Geelong.

But many people were uneasy with the sentence and appealed to Governor La Trobe which were denied. The day before the scheduled execution, a local Cobb and Co man rode for Goldmans life with a last ditch appeal.

Listen to find out the full story of John Goldman and what happens next ....

Once you have listened to the podcast, join us over on Facebook to ask any questions or check out the website for any additional information and pictures.

Locked up with History - www.lockedupwithhistory.com.au

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Geelong Gaol Museum - www.geelonggaol.com.au

Twisted History - www.twistedhistory.net.au