City of Placerville removes hangman's noose from town logo

Long proud of it's 'Hangtown' heritage, Placerville, California's city council unanimously voted to remove the hangman's noose from the city logo.

KTVU:

Some argued that it is part of the history of the town, but others said it is violent and gives the city a bad reputation, the station reported.

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