21. Another church member was one Sara Ehrmann, whose husband, Herbert, attempted, but failed, to get Sacco and Vanzetti a new trial. 22. Arguments are to be heard soon on an appeal that could result in a new trial for Iverson. 23. As for proclaiming Ray innocent and asking for a new trial for him, that, too, is their prerogative. 24. As I read the report, we have no information about what happened in the new trials. 25. As a result of the mistrial, the case against two of the four defendants was thrown out after they successfully opposed a new trial. 26. At a minimum, they believe, a new trial should be held. 27. Ashcroft this week said incompetent counsel was not enough of a reason to order a new trial in such a gruesome case. 28. At a new trial, the defense should fare better, because there should be fewer surprises, he said. 29. At the same time, it said Sarver could seek a new trial on a breach-of-contract claim. 30. Bartko said that he doubted there could be a new trial on the issue of punitive damages alone without going into all the facts of the case. |