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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1892

Page

5

Jury Hears Kennedy Charge In Acquittal Trial

The court adjourned after Judge Kennedy read a clear impartial charge to the jury at 2 35. Erwin praised the charge as fair and learned, while Burleigh's remarks drew no decisive reaction from the panel. Mrs Criteh, wife of the acquitted man, cried alone in court as verdict brought Thanksgiving hope.

Burleich Erwin Innoh Kennedy Lta Demosthence of St Paul Burleigh Baird Sylvester Critchlow Critchlow

Glorious Old Tom Talks in Homestead Trial

Governor Marshall criticizes Commonwealths murder theory and Pinkerton involvement at Homestead. He challenges identity evidence and calls for jurors to judge law and facts, urging fair review of Critchlow case amid capital labor tensions.

Pinkertons Stewart Carnegie Critchlow Blind Sam Pittsburg Rody Patterson Teene Cluny Castle Mr. Marshall Brother Robb Breck Lovejoy Henry Clay Frick Commonwealth Allegheny County Goldsmith Marshall Jay Gould F Aot

Burleigh Addresses Riot Trial In St. Paul Session

District Attorney Burleigh delivered a three and a half hour analysis of the evidence in the riot case, sharply criticizing the St. Paul lawyer Thomas M. Marshall. He reviewed the events and framed the prosecution’s view for the jury, presenting a detailed account of the riot that led to the trial.

St. Paul Burleigh Thomas M. Marshall Grvey

Court Backs Law Over Art in Jury Trials

The District Attorney denounces excessive appeals to prejudice in jury debates and defends sticking to evidence. He rebukes defense tactics as artful distraction and cites a violent incident at a mill property as a grave example of disorder and brutality witnessed in Allegheny County.

Thoes Inreich Eerape Caer Burleigh Finkertons Allegheny County United States

Trial Commentary on Critchlow Alibi and Riot Evidence

A defense attorney denounces alibi claims in the Sylvester Critchlow case as a ridiculous defense while accusing the prosecution of waging a biased, extremist reading of the Homestead riot. The speaker critiques witness credibility, questions identifications, and argues the defendant’s potential guilt based on alleged participation during the July 6 events.

Judge's Charge on Murder Case and Alibi Scrutiny

The judge outlines how a defendant present during the day of the killing may be responsible for murder and urges jurors to scrutinize alibi testimony. He notes four witnesses and questions the defense's credibility, arguing no manslaughter fit and stressing careful, lawful verdict to preserve order.

Mr. Connors Conners Commonwealth

Kennedy Charges Riot Case and Murder Standards

Judge Kennedy outlines riotous homicide definitions and how a common design to resist landing on barges can yield first degree murder. He explains the Commonwealth and defense positions, alibi scrutiny, jury role, and juror must weigh credibility and apply law to facts in the 1882 Homestead case.

Jodge Kennedy Kennedy Hawkins Supreme Court Carnegie Company T. J. Connors Connors Critchlow

Jubilant Mill Men Await Verdict in Critchlow Trial

Idle and employed Homestead mill workers celebrate the acquittal of Sylvester Critchlow amid large crowds at Pittsburg, Virginia and Charleston depot. Many nonlocal laborers leave town, vacancies rise, and 200 delegates from the American Battlers' nation visit the works as the Amalgamated Association faces criticism over delaying the strike.

Homestead Sylvester Critchlow Pittsburg Virginia Charleston Critchlow Schwab Amalgamated Association

Artificial Limbs and Braces by Pittsburgh Firm

Russes Etc. Manufacturers of trusses and orthopedic supports offer perfect fitting and superior quality braces. J. W. Thompson with three years’ experience oversees the fitting department. Open Saturday evenings. Artificial Lima Co. 509 Penn near Ninth Pittsburgh.

J. W. Thompson Penn Ninth Pittsburg

Heber's Pianos Leads Buyers at Klebern's Store

Fifteen pianos and organs including Steinway, Conover, and Opera models have already sold as Christmas gifts at Klebern's. Save money by buying others. Located at 606 Wood Street, with a reminder for 506 Wood Street.

Kichers Athers Wood Street Kiebers Steinwnays Conovers Kiebera

Real Estate Ad Highlights Multiple Properties and Pianos

Real Estate listing cites 84 Wing3 Bank Lim 401 Smithfield St Cor Fourth Arenas Capital with $100000 value, $51000 surplus, $1 minimum deposits and 4 percent interest. Kieberwy Pianos leads sales with 15 pianos and organs sold. Christ Town gifts at Kiebers. Shop at Kiebers 46 Wood St and 6 Wood St.

BANK Lim Smithfield Street Cor Fourth Arenas Capital

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