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Domestic News
June 7, 1915
The Alaska Daily Empire
Juneau, Alaska
What is this article about?
In New Brunswick, N.J., nine deputy sheriffs were convicted of manslaughter for their role in the January killing of two strikers in Roosevelt, N.J., and sentenced to 2-10 years. The nationally watched trial used evidence from unions; defendants will appeal.
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NEW JERSEY CONVICTS DEPUTIES
NEW BRUNSWICK, N. J., June 7 — Nine deputy sheriffs were convicted of manslaughter for their participation in the events that resulted in the killing of two strikers at Roosevelt, N. J., last January. They were sentenced to serve not less than two or more than ten years in the penitentiary.
The trial has attracted the attention of the nation. Union labor assisted in securing the evidence that was used by the State in the prosecution. The convicted men will appeal the case to the State supreme court.
NEW BRUNSWICK, N. J., June 7 — Nine deputy sheriffs were convicted of manslaughter for their participation in the events that resulted in the killing of two strikers at Roosevelt, N. J., last January. They were sentenced to serve not less than two or more than ten years in the penitentiary.
The trial has attracted the attention of the nation. Union labor assisted in securing the evidence that was used by the State in the prosecution. The convicted men will appeal the case to the State supreme court.
What sub-type of article is it?
Legal Or Court
Crime
Riot Or Protest
What keywords are associated?
Deputy Sheriffs Conviction
Manslaughter
Strikers Killing
Roosevelt Nj
Labor Union Evidence
Where did it happen?
Roosevelt, N. J.
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Roosevelt, N. J.
Event Date
June 7
Outcome
two strikers killed; nine deputy sheriffs convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 2-10 years in penitentiary; appeal planned.
Event Details
Nine deputy sheriffs convicted in New Brunswick, N. J., for participation in events leading to killing of two strikers at Roosevelt, N. J., last January. Trial attracted national attention; union labor assisted prosecution.