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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1907
Page
2
In a high profile case, Mrs Bradley intensely observes jurors as White counsel seek impartiality for the death penalty fight. She advises, questions jurors, and helps with peremptory challenges while expressing concern for the defendant’s fate and the unspoken law views in the courtroom.
A 40 year old Murand native, Lase Travers, died by carbolic acid suicide in Kisiewoud Minnesota after a dispute with her husband. Her sister said Travers had been a key witness in a Puldisuer case and left an estate valued around 1000 dollars. No motive or other details were confirmed.
A disrupted gathering at Washington Hall featured a protest against dam building and race-related policy. Speakers claimed congressional action harmed Black communities and called for broader civil rights protections amid tense clashes.
Miss Alice Lung of 34110 Bighteumby Street Northwest was knocked down by an automobile owned and operated by Mon Winter of 1317 To Street North West yesterday evening. Winter stopped at a nearby address and offered to assist but drove the injured woman to her home. Burns and bruises were noted and the accident is under investigation.
The trial of the woman accused of murdering former Senator Brown moves forward before Judge Stafford. Lawyers for both sides question talesmen as the jury resumes work, with completion anticipated today.
Jurors were questioned on whether guilt beyond a reasonable doubt for a first degree murder would lead them to return a death penalty verdict when the defendant is a woman. They were also asked if they supported vigilantism to avenge crimes.
Prospective jurors for the Annie M Bradley murder case against former Utah Senator Arthur Brown's killer faced extensive examination before Justice Stafford in Criminal Court No 2. Eleven jurors were seated, with government and defense challenges ongoing. Bradley plans to testify, possibly on a nondisqualification or insanity defense, while the jurors weigh unwritten law and capital punishment questions amid a crowded courtroom and outside spectators.
Arthur Brown former United States Senator from Utan was divorced from his first wife in Michigan. He married the woman who carried the Reparation charge and was arrested with Anna M Bradley on the second wife’s complaint after a deadly shooting at the Raleigh Hotel on December 8 1906 and recovery nine days later at Emergency Hospital. Anna M Bradley thirty four a former wife of a Sault Lake City man and mother of four claims Brown is the father of her children. She is on trial for Brown’s murder while Mrs Anna Adams mother of Maud Adams the actress testifies she was to marry Brown.
Court examining jurors reports show some were enlisted without issue while others were excused for medical certificates or personal reasons. One talesman claimed imminent relocation and was dismissed promptly.
Witness Laaman Shrewsbury of Santa Cruz, California, will testify for Annie M. Bradley’s insanity defense in a Washington trial. His arrival tonight gears up the defense to portray family mental illness as a factor, while depositions and alienists are prepared to support the claim. The court scene centers on whether Bradley herself testifies as discussions continue among attorneys and prosecutors.
Scene in Raleigh Hotel court as Mrs. Annie M. Frindley stands accused of first degree murder in the December 5 shooting death of Arthur Brown. The jury selection process begins with jurors questioned on their views of capital punishment and potential biases, while a photographers ban draws attention.
In the second trial of Steve Adams for Fred Tyler’s murder, defense counsel Clarence Darrow cross-examines Detective James McPartland, tracing McPartland’s life and alleged past confessions. Adams’ confession links him to Moyer Haywood and Pettibone in Colorado and Idaho, detailing plots around Gov Steunenberg, payments, and killings tied to Simpkins and claim jumpers near Wardner.
The first fall meeting of the Vermont State Association was held at the Washington Club. Ten new members were admitted including Mrs Fannie B Dalglish and Dr Walter H Merrill among others. President Edward J Temple spoke with stereopticon views on his recent European trip. Funeral services for John W Brown, Civil War veteran and watchman at the Government Printing Office, will be held at 3 pm tomorrow at Rock Creek Cemetery. He died of pneumonia aged 64 and is survived by wife Sarah and two daughters, with brothers and sisters in the city.
A Milwaukee woman accused of burglaries seeks insanity defense claiming possession by an Ethiopian spirit. Dr Gustafson testifies she is driven by an uncontrollable longing to steal while attorney Donovan pushes for a guilty plea as the case awaits arraignment and a possible postponement.
At a regular Anacostia Citizens' Association meeting sharp criticism was aimed at the Washington Railway and Electric Company over car shortages on the Anacostia line. Baren Thompson reported too few cars to handle commuters, noting eighty one passengers on a single car during homebound hours and protests against caps on car capacity across the Anacostia bridge. The association approved a resolution to send Congress a copy of the committee report urging funds to implement Lieut. Col. Allen's 1898 recommendation.
Detective Bates faced a knifing attempt by a colored man named Sewell in a department store on Bryansylvania Avenue. Sewell, arrested for stealing a cloth doll, allegedly confessed after a large Bowie knife was found on him. He is to be arraigned in Folloe Court on charges of argeny assault and carrying concealed weapons.
A charity flower sale in Washington featured flowers and plants on display at the National Rifle Armory with profits aiding Associated Charities. The forecast warned of strong winds and warmer conditions across the Great Lakes and Gulf coasts, with hurricane-era patterns affecting the Atlantic states and stoking local floral viewing.
General staff orders full reports on officers’ trial rides to assess fitness for service. Gen. Duvall will not require similar certificates, while Greely’s method in the Department of the Columbia involved self-paced riding. The final practice ride is set for Thursday November 2 at Fort Myer Virginia with officers from national commands including six from the Engineer Corps.
Miss Huilin Dorothy Clare, who conducted her own case in St. Louis court, fought a police-backed charge she claimed was trumped up. Officials say she has no ties to Wellesley or Vassar, and no law study at Baker Institute. Meanwhile Deputy Coroner to issue accidental death certificate for John Brown after carnival injuries.
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