His final meal request was of steak, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, feta cheese, a soft drink, cake and watermelon. Newton weighed 265 pounds and his veins were very difficult to locate. It took over two hours and 10 attempts before the execution was completed. It took so long that Newton was given a bathroom break. (24 May 2007)
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Wednesday 22nd of May 1918 (-) — Victim of The Axeman of New Orleans Joseph Maggio is throatcut and beaten to death by The Axeman of New Orleans aka . Maggio's 36-year-old wife Catherine was throatcut as well, her head almost severed. The Maggio's were the Axeman's first victims.