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3:35 pm

Been pacing around, waiting for that all-important call. They know how important it is. I still haven't heard anything.

5:15 pm

Decided to have an early dinner, hoping to distract myself. I hadn't had filet mignon in years. It was pretty good.

7:38 pm

More pacing...they should've called by now.

10:20 pm

Had a discussion with a chap about religion. Not my thing but it took my mind off waiting for that call.

11:53 pm

Had a sit-down. Knew now that call from the governor's office wasn't coming.

12:00 am

They're preparing to flip the switch...

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    Christopher about 4 years ago

    Most 20th century state executions took place at 12:01 am. I believe it's changed now but I think a few states still do it at 12:01.

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    Christopher about 4 years ago

    Thanks, Drew. I thought it was way too obvious. The last meal, talking to the priest, it seemed very obvious to me but then again I was in on it.

    (And you beat Neville to that electrifying pun!)

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