used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
acquiredadjectiveUS /əˈkwaɪərd/
gotten through environmental forces
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
activelyadverbUS /ˈæktɪvli/
in an active manner
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
AlfrednounUS /ˈælfrəd/
king of Wessex; defeated the Vikings and encouraged writing in English (849-899)
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
attachingverbUS /əˈtætʃɪŋ/
-ing form of “attach” — cause to be attached
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
attorneynounUS /əˈtɜːrni/
a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
AustinnounUS /ˈɔːstən/
state capital of Texas on the Colorado River; site of the University of Texas
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
awaitedadjectiveUS /əˈweɪtɪd/
expected hopefully
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
a long seat for more than one person
From this reading The judges, solemn and dignified, were upon the bench.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
Bollman
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From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
BridgeportnounUS /ˈbrɪdʒpɔːrt/
a port in southwestern Connecticut on Long Island Sound
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
Bucholz
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From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
bustlingadjectiveUS /ˈbʌsəlɪŋ/
full of energetic and noisy activity
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
make calm or still
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
an occurrence of something
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
confidentadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːnfədənt/
having or marked by confidence or assurance
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
being joined in close association
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
convincingadjectiveUS /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/
causing one to believe the truth of something
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
overfilled or compacted or concentrated
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
DefensenounUS /dɪˈfens/
(military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
designedadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪnd/
done or made or performed with purpose and intent
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
determinationnounUS /dɪˌtɜːrməˈneɪʃən/
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
dignifiedadjectiveUS /ˈdɪɡnəfaɪd/
having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance
From this reading The judges, solemn and dignified, were upon the bench.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
having ones attention or mind or energy engaged
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
formaladjectiveUS /ˈfɔːrməl/
being in accord with established forms and conventions and requirements (as e.g. of formal dress)
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
fruitlessadjectiveUS /ˈfruːtləs/
unproductive of success
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
the act of giving
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
inceptionnounUS /ˌɪnˈsepʃən/
an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
journalsnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrnəlz/
plural of “journal” — a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
judgesnounUS /ˈdʒʌdʒɪz/
a book of the Old Testament that tells the history of Israel under the leaders known as judges
From this reading The judges, solemn and dignified, were upon the bench.
the quality of being just or fair
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
lawyersnounUS /ˈlɔːjərz/
plural of “lawyer” — a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
localitynounUS /loʊˈkæləti/
a surrounding or nearby region
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
metropolitanadjectiveUS /ˌmetrəˈpɑːlətən/
relating to or characteristic of a metropolis
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
kill intentionally and with premeditation
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
ninthnounUS /naɪnθ/
position nine in a countable series of things
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
Norwalk
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From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
inflected form of “occur” — come to pass
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
an open or empty space in or between things
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
pervadedverbUS /pərˈveɪdɪd/
past form of “pervade” — spread or diffuse through
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
preparingverbUS /priˈperɪŋ/
-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
proceedingsnounUS /proʊˈsiːdɪŋz/
(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
productionnounUS /prəˈdʌkʃən/
the act or process of producing something
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
publicitynounUS /pəˈblɪsəti/
a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
reporter'snounUS /rɪˈpɔːrtərz/
possessive form of “reporter” — a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
representativesnounUS /ˌreprəˈzentətɪvz/
plural of “representative” — a person who represents others
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
residedverbUS /rɪˈzaɪdɪd/
past form of “reside” — make one's home in a particular place or community
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
ripplenounUS /ˈrɪpəl/
a small wave on the surface of a liquid
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
Schulte
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From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
SeptembernounUS /sepˈtembər/
the month following August and preceding October
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
Rhodesian statesman who declared independence of Zimbabwe from Great Britain (born in 1919)
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises
From this reading The judges, solemn and dignified, were upon the bench.
State'snounUS /steɪts/
possessive form of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
the act of testing something
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
not expected or anticipated
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The judges, solemn and dignified, were upon the bench.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
verdictnounUS /ˈvɜːrdɪkt/
(law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The judges, solemn and dignified, were upon the bench.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading The lawyers, bustling among their books and papers, were actively engaged in preparing for the scenes that were to follow, while the State's attorney, quiet and calm, but with a confident look of determination upon his face, awaited the production of the prisoner and the formal opening of the case.
which person or people
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
William
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From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The interest attaching to this case had extended beyond the locality in which it had occurred, and the reporter's table was crowded with representatives of the various metropolitan journals who designed giving publicity to the proceedings of the trial.
someone who sees an event and reports what happened
From this reading _The Trial._--_An unexpected Witness._--_A convincing Story._--_An able, but fruitless Defense._--_A verdict of Guilty._--_The triumph of Justice._ The trial of William Bucholz for the murder of Henry Schulte began in the old Court House at Bridgeport on the ninth day of September, and a ripple of excitement pervaded the city.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Bucholz had engaged the services of three lawyers--General Smith, who had acquired considerable fame as an attorney; Mr. Bollman, who had been connected with the case from its inception, and Mr. Alfred E. Austin, a young member of the bar, who resided at Norwalk.
