Episode 2 of 3
Murder Trials
- When
- February 1884
- Where
- Harbour Grace, Colony of Newfoundland
Trials for the murders occurred in February 1884 and lasted 47 days, ending in acquittals; a second trial was ordered in November 1884 after Protestant outrage.
Nineteen men were charged for the murders. The trials occurred in February 1884 and lasted 47 days. All 19 men were acquitted due to conflicting evidence and suspected perjury, which infuriated the Protestants. A second trial was ordered in November 1884; the passages do not state when that trial was held.
Sources
- The Harbour Grace Affray Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-11
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