On April 6, 1926, the impeachment proceedings against Governor Mieriff took an unexpected turn at the Augusta, Maine courthouse. Despite the lack of dramatic flair, the courtroom was abuzz with tension as defense attorney Connolly wrapped up his closing arguments. In a shocking move, Judge Brewster ordered the dismissal of spectators after last Friday’s heated session, citing the need for a more subdued atmosphere. However, the fervent interest of the audience was palpable, with many standing outside the courtroom, awaiting the outcome of the trial.
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Key Facts
- State: Maine
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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