Bio

Burton Franklin Williamson was born in 1896 in Utah. Little information is known about his early life or family background. As he grew up, he worked in various jobs. At some point, he became a gambling dealer. This occupation likely influenced his social life and experiences.

By the time of his crime, Williamson was 43 years old. He had moved to Nevada, where he lived with his wife, Pauline Williamson. Their life together has few details available, but there is evidence of tension in their relationship. Williamson accused his wife of being unfaithful, which he referred to in a specific way.

Williamson's life took a drastic turn on August 27, 1939, when a serious incident occurred. This event led to his arrest and later conviction for murder. Just a month after the crime, Williamson stood trial, where he pleaded guilty. He was sentenced to death and executed two months later on November 21, 1939, at the Nevada State Prison.

Murder Story

Burton Franklin Williamson murdered his wife, Pauline Williamson, on August 27, 1939. The crime took place outside a dance hall in Churchill County, near Salt Wells by a Civilian Conservation Corps camp. Williamson accused Pauline of "chippying around," which led to the fatal confrontation.

After the murder, Williamson was arrested and put on trial a month later. He pleaded guilty to the charges against him. The court sentenced him to death for the crime.

Williamson's execution occurred on November 21, 1939, at the Nevada State Prison. He was executed by asphyxiation-gas. At the time of his death, he was 43 years old and worked as a gambling dealer.