Joaquin captured and beheaded

Brief notice of the capture of Joaquin Murrietta along with members of his team at Penoche Pass and a statement that non of the California Rangers were hurt. The article notes that Capt. Love and company are on their way down with the prisoners and the severed head of Murrietta.
Date: Undated
Type: NEWS
Coverage:
  • Northern California
  • 1850s
Identifier: FE=BEN=Murrietta-40

Collection

Faye Ellis Collection

Citation

“Joaquin captured and beheaded.” SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/137901. Accessed 25 Aug. 2025.