Trial of Cobban Begun for Perjury Case
The trial of Cobban has begun on charges of perjury. Proceedings opened with prosecutors outlining the alleged false statements and defenses signaling a contentious courtroom contest.
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1905
Page
1
The trial of Cobban has begun on charges of perjury. Proceedings opened with prosecutors outlining the alleged false statements and defenses signaling a contentious courtroom contest.
R M Cobban faces subornation of perjury charges in a Western Montana timber land fraud trial. Griswold, a former government agent, testifies about a 1899 agreement with Cobban to file lands and transfer to Cobban, with payments and travel expenses discussed. Judge Hunt ruled on defense objections and adjourned without major progress.
Baron Komura announces a peace stance in collaboration with Witte saying he favors peaceful resolution and diplomacy. The comment underscores Japan Russia relations and calls for restraint amid tensions.
Baron Komura's delegation arrives in New York to outline Japan's stance on peace talks with Russia. spokesman Sato says Japan seeks indemnity but aims to moderate demands and support open opportunities in Manchuria. He praises U.S. friendship and notes preferred English for negotiations.
A Spokane chamber of commerce letter from July 19 requests withdrawal of the brochure On the Lewis and Clark Trail after President Roosevelt objects to his portrait appearing in advertisements. The chamber canceled 30 000 pamphlet orders and moved to recall distributed copies.
Chicago July 25 Judge Bethea dismissed a bill charging fraud and bribery against the International Harvester company after ruling to deny remand to state courts. Attorney Gilbert for Mrs. Margaret G. Swift announced the dismissal.
Topeka Kansas July 2 State Treasurer Kelly filed with the Secretary of State personal bonds totaling 881000, exceeding the 750000 required by the governor. The state executive council is to meet tomorrow to consider Kelly’s bond alongside that of 8 W Moore who is believed appointed treasurer by Governor Hoch.
Clay Center Kansas July 25 eight prominent temperance women smashed a joint at End Industry owned by John Peterson. With hatchets they broke open a barrel of whiskey and several cases of beer. Six men were inside drinking. Peterson left for his Junction City home.
The past three months have seen the quietest stretch of the war with no front engagements. Reconnoitering parties from both sides caused only minor losses during brief clashes at outposts. Russian cavalry outposts guard the camp as lines lie seven miles apart.
St Petersburg reports that thirteenth army corps based at Somolenski will depart next week as reinforcements for General Linevitch.
Sweden issues a formal reply addressing the ongoing crisis and outlines the stance on the Al problem. Officials emphasize steps toward resolution and call for international cooperation to stabilize the situation.
The crisis over the union ends in a committee report urging negotiation with Norway for dissolution if Norway requests it after a plebiscite. It proposes a neutral zone, razing of frontier fortifications, pasture rights for Swedish Laplanders, and guaranteed transit. Arbitration is desirable. Sweden may need a 25 million loan for adjustments and arms.
Two thirds of Connell's business district lay in ruins after a fire started by an acid bottle explosion in Dr. H G Gallaher's office at 3 30 pm. A box of matches ignited wallpaper and the roof. Losses reach about 150000 with many firms burned out and residents unaffected. Wong Soo, a Chinese resident, escaped from a cellar after neighbors pulled him to safety.
The Delmar Jockey Club filed suit in St Louis against Gov Joseph Folk the St Louis police board and Chief Kiely seeking 2500 damages for trespass. The suit stems from a police raid on the track yesterday noting the track lies in St Louis County and residents dispute city officers authority in county jurisdiction.
At 275 Woodall Street Levi Titus Kosher butcher home explodes when a gasoline stove overturns. Twins Harry and Meyer Titus 7 die. mother Mrs Sarah Titus fatally burned. father Levi Titus and children Elsie 3 Goldie 18 Ray 16 seriously burned. Father rescues others before collapsing. Firemen save Mrs Titus.
Police under Captain McNamee and Governor Folk’s order raided Delmar race track amid anti pool selling enforcement. Eleven men arrested including John Flynn and William Sippy. warrants served on sight. Some were held at Clayton and Four Courts while others were detained for questioning as races continued without incident.
George A. Reed known as Montana George has been missing for days. A search party organized by friends will comb Brown's Gulch area near his locked cabin where wood shows scattered cutting but no trace of Reed. He was owed about 80 dollars for work and was last seen in Philipsburg area a month ago.
Consul Sammons reports arrival at Newchwang of oil cargoes from Philadelphia. He notes that Chinese buyers show preference for American oil over Russian oil.
New Orleans reports compiled figures show about 154 cases and 34 deaths to date with 50 under treatment. State and city boards track suspicious cases and deaths between July 13 and 24, as George B. Young of the U S Marine Hospital Service oversees train inspections and quarantine cooperation in Jackson Mississippi.
Emotion fills the courtroom as John Mitchell listens to the court recite the judgment. The sentencing follows a trial in which Mitchell faced formal charges and a judge delivered the ruling. A crowd watches the moment with attention.
United States Senator Mitchell, accused of using his office to benefit the law practice of Mitchell & Tanner in Portland, was sentenced to a $1000 fine and six months penal servitude. Bail set at $2000 pending Supreme Court review. execution deferred. Judge De Haven cited statutory options and age factors in imposing the sentence.
The sentence is six months in county jail and a $1000 fine for Senator Mitchell. His son John H. Mitchell Jr. wept as the judge pronounced judgment while Mitchell watched with a flushed, troubled face. The case will be appealed. a vacancy in the office depends on the Oregon Supreme Court ruling.
In Banff Northwest Territories a mine explosion trapped workers leaving three men dead and several injured. Authorities say the cause is unknown and rescuers battled to reach survivors amid the wreckage.
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