Thursday, September 11th, 1913: Frank’s Lawyers Are Hunting For Affidavits, The Atlanta Journal
The Atlanta Journal, Thursday, 11th September 1913. PAGE 7, COLUMN 1 Solicitor Hugh M. Dorsey staid Thursday that he was receiving letters from various towns in the state informing him that the attorneys of Leo M. Frank are canvassing the…
The Leo Frank Trial: Week One
100 years ago today the trial of the 20th century ended its first week, shedding brilliant light on the greatest murder mystery of all time: the murder of Mary Phagan. And you are there. by Bradford L. Huie THE MOST…
The Leo Frank Trial: Week Four
Join The American Mercury as we recount the events of the final week of the trial of Leo Frank (pictured) for the slaying of Mary Phagan. by Bradford L. Huie ON THE HEELS of Leo Frank's astounding unsworn statement to…
The Leo Frank Trial: Week Two
The trial of Leo Frank for the murder of Mary Phagan ended its second week 100 years ago today. Join us as we delve into the original documents of the time and learn what the jurors learned. by Bradford L.…
The Leo Frank Trial: Week Three
The trial of Leo Frank (pictured) for the murder of Mary Phagan ended its third week 100 years ago today. Join us as we break through the myths surrounding the case and investigate what really happened. by Bradford L. Huie…
Saturday, September 13th, 1913: Classmate Of Leo Frank Writes Warm Defense, The Atlanta Constitution.
The Atlanta Constitution, Saturday, 13th September 1913. PAGE 8, COLUMN 4 Classmate Of Leo Frank Writes Warm Defense New York Physician Declares Leo Frank Was Noted in College For His Clean Morals. Dr. Morris J. Clurman, A. B., graduate of…
Sunday, August 31st, 1913: Monument To Mary Phagan Proposed, The Atlanta Journal
The Atlanta Journal, Sunday, 31st August 1913. PAGE 4 Cohutta Pastor Starts Subscription to Erect Statue of Dead Girl (Special Dispatch to The Journal.) DALTON, Ga., Aug. 20 Calling upon the women of the state, with the cooperation of…
Saturday, August 30th, 1913: Preacher To Speak On The Frank Case, The Atlanta Journal
The Atlanta Journal, Saturday, 30th August 1913. PAGE 3, Column 2 In a sermon at the Baptist tabernacle Sunday evening Rev. John E. Barnard, of Asheville, N. C., will discuss the subject of capital punishment, and will touch on…
Thursday, August 28th, 1913: Despite Death Sentence Frank Sleeps Nine Hours, The Atlanta Journal
The Atlanta Journal, Thursday, 28th August 1913. Page 3, Column 2 Man Convicted for Murder of Mary Phagan Will Not Make Public Reply to Solicitor Dorsey's Arraignment Lawyers Advise Silence Mrs. Rae Frank Bids Son Farewell and Leaves for…
Monday, August 25th, 1913: Leo M. Frank’s Fate Is Now In Hands Of The Jury. Motion For Mistrial Is Denied By Judge Leonard S. Roan, The Atlanta Journal.
The Atlanta Journal, Monday, 25th August 1913. PAGE 1. JUDGE ROAN CHARGES JURY THAT THEY ARE SOLE JDUGES OF WITNESSES' CREDIBILITY He Discusses "Reasonable Doubt," Declaring That Burden of Proof That Defendant Is Guilty Beyond "a Reasonable Doubt, but Not…