“The Murder of Sarah Vail”
Description
John Monroe, a married man with two children, seduces Sarah Vail, who bears him a child. He takes woman and child on a trip, murders them, and hides their bodies. When his crime is discovered, he is hanged
Historical references
- Oct 31, 1868 - Murder of Sarah Vail and her child
- Feb 1870 - Hanging of John Monroe
References
- Laws F9, "The Murder of Sarah Vail"
- Creighton-SNewBrunswick 89, "Munro's Confession" (1 text, 1 tune)
- DT 760, SARAVAIL
- Roud #2258
- BI, LF09