Murder Trial At Sea For Captain Fletcher
In the High Court at Admiralty Hall a jury acquitted Captain Fletcher of the murder of Cochran aboard a Liverpool bound vessel. Janet Boyd testified against Fletcher, but evidence and cross examination suggested a motive linked to pay disputes. Witness Mason tied Boyd and Merry to plotting to accuse Fletcher to recover wages, leading to the verdict of innocence for Fletcher.
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Mutiny on the Broke Ship Ends With Acquittal
After a violent mutiny led by Bulgar and executed aboard the ship, Holmes Fotheringham and others faced murder accusations. Despite brutal fighting, the jury found the prisoners not guilty after a half hour deliberation. Patrick Bynum testified, detailing key actions and outcomes, including the captain’s death and later crew discipline.
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