12 Nov 1902
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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1902
Page
1
Crowds gathered for a dramatic demonstration outside the courtroom as the father, the defendant, and his counsel received public support. The scene reflected intense interest in what is described as a trial of historic significance.
Jurors returned a verdict after only thirteen minutes of deliberation. News spread calmly through the prison and deeply affected the prisoner’s father and brother, who were present in the gallery.
In New York on November 11 Roland B Molineux was freed after four years in prison facing death and life sentences for the murder of Mrs. Katherine J Adams. The jury returned a verdict of acquittal after a four week trial. The judge issued a stern admonition against demonstrations and Molineux showed no visible emotion. His father General Molineux shared in the scene. crowds cheered as the acquittal was announced and Molineux left the court with his counsel.
Assistant District Attorney Osborne argues that disguising handwriting in the poison wrapper shows a pattern linking Barnet and Molineux. He links letters to Barnet and Cornish to hostility toward Harpster, and contends the envelope matches the Cornish letter, urging the jury to infer one culprit.
In New York a poisoning case linked Katharine Adams and Harry Cornish, with Roland Molineux accused of sending poison. Adams died, Molineux faced murder charges, was convicted in 1899 and sentenced to death, then granted a new trial, leading to acquittal in 1902.
Justice Lambert delivered the verdict framework in the Katherine J. Adams homicide case. He outlined degrees of murder and manslaughter, stressed reasonable doubt, and detailed how the State must prove a defendant sent the poison package, with handwriting evidence considered but not binding. The defendant’s credibility, potential supply chains, and the Knickerbocker Club incidents were scrutinized as the jury weighed motive and opportunity.
Justice Lambert outlines doubts and witness testimony as jurors weigh if Cornish or Molineux mailed the poison between 2 and 5 pm on December 21, 1898. He notes Mrs Stephenson and Professor Volfe as pivotal, with overcoat, mailbox, and timing details shaping guilt or innocence. The judge urges careful consideration and consciences in reaching a verdict.
President Baer of the Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Company files a detailed denial with the anthracite strike commission. The statement argues wages are sufficient, schooling is funded, and no child labor is used beyond legal limits, while opposing a shorter work day and asserting no discrimination against unionists.
Cambridge dispatch reports Alan Mason, Boston club man accused of Clara Morton murder, released after evidence insufficiency. George Perry, a witness, is charged with the same murder and remanded for Nov 18. Witness Albertson identified Perry. police suspect an older accomplice.
United States Senator Beveridge and colleagues tour the Southwest territories amid labor questions and mining wage debates. The submitted testimony from Bond argues against 20 percent wage increases and disputes similarities between bituminous and anthracite coal mining. The company defends earnings, working days, and regional price conditions while noting prosperity in anthracite regions.
Dr W H Kimberlin a longtime Kansas City oculist was shot dying in his office by John Scanlon a former policeman who then fatally shot himself. Scanlon left a note blaming Kimberlin for destroying his eyes. Both men died. Scanlon’s body was found after he shot himself. Kimberlin's age was 58.
William E. McHenry, among the oldest Board of Trade members, is expelled by directors on charges of dishonorable and uncommercial conduct raised by John Hill Jr. The action follows irregularities linked to McHenry’s enforced absence due to ill health, marking a dramatic end to a once influential market role in Lyons wheat and related dealings.
Excerpts from presidential remarks stress preparedness and national duty. Roosevelt lauds the Just man armed for peace and urges readiness for navy strength, warning against selfish greed and oppression. Cleveland praises chambers of commerce for honor and fair play while cautioning against merciless competition.
The dedication of the new white marble Chamber of Commerce building on Liberty Street drew President Roosevelt, former President Cleveland, Prince Henry of Pless, German and other ambassadors, and many dignitaries. Cleveland delivered the oration. a greeting from Roosevelt followed. The banquet closed the day’s ceremonies with guests including Henry von Piess, Sir Michael Herbet, Jules Cambon, Elihu Root, Leslie Shaw, MacArthur, Odell, and Rear Admiral Barker. a telegram from Count Cassini was read.
President Roosevelt praised the New York Chamber of Commerce for its efficiency and upright conduct. He stressed peaceful foreign relations, support for weaker powers, and national preparedness, asserting the chamber’s role in shaping commerce and peace at home and abroad.
The New York Chamber of Commerce formally opened with President and national representatives greeting the crowd. Speakers commended the work of business organizations and were met with applause and cheers as they concluded their remarks.
A speech urges industrial peace through mutual respect between employers and workers. It warns against greed and urges old-time virtues, understanding, and civic duty to reduce suffering and prevent harmful class clashes. The talk lauds two forms of success in commerce, favoring the constructive, merit-based approach.
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