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Elizabeth Woolcock, South Australias only female hanged in 1873, faces posthumous pardon plea. Despite her rough life, including abuse and an alcoholic husband, she was convicted of poisoning him with mercury chloride. Now, descendants and legal experts challenge the verdict, citing a rushed trial, unprepared lawyer, all-male jury, and shaky evidence. A new play at Adelaide Fringe Festival revives her story, aiming to question her guilt and highlight ongoing issues for women. The pardon request rests with the state governor.

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