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Conklin trial hums with testimony as jurors hear details
Large crowds fill the courthouse for the Conklin trial with testimony largely unchanged from the first trial. Witnesses include Mrs. Bateman and Mr. Kemble of Oskaloosa. coroner Woodruff testifies on the death of Alice Conklin and the exhumations. Judge Ryan maintains order as evidence describes the scene, burns, and possible poison indicators.
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Conklin
Court House
Hagan
Barkhoft
Winterset
Jas. Bateman
Mr. Kemble
Kemble Floral Company
Oskaloosa
Mr. Conklin
C. W. Woodruff
Mr. Blanchard
Phil Conklin
Alice
Iere
Minnie Conklin
Woodruff
Ryan
J.J. Target
Carroll
Ama
Defendant
Borth
Mr. Bateman