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Prosecution Grilled as Arson Case Unfolds in Christmas Trial
In a dramatic opening, the defense portrays Loyal L. Munn, Scofield, Griffith, and Fry as upright Freeport residents framed by a German Insurance Company. They challenge evidence of arson at the watch factory, kerosene use, and alleged conspiracies, while detailing threats, witness pressure, and attempts to buy silence.
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Bailey
Tree
Twett
Nan
Fry
Munn
Ling
Mekla
Ihese
Griffith
Contintase Es
Askis
Libeerty
Él Ny
Lang
Mr. Taplor
Mr. Munn
Taylor
Watchman
Scofield
Stephenson County
Presbyterian Synod
L. Munn
Fleaven
Lingiter
Ridott
Minors
Uestion
Dria
Vettiatts Btguts
Katy Alicer PK
Morley
Bea
Freeport
Stephenson
Crain
Mann
Rockford
Baumgirten
Ilinois
Mr. Swett
Ry Vine
Hoyt
Crafts
Mr. Hoyt
Baumgarten
Elston
Brother Sweet
Great
West
Tle
Ife
Connecicut
Lewis K. Scofield
Pennsylania
Union
Anata
Administration of Justice
Administration of
Loyal