They covered a single big story, such as a battle, a disaster or a sensational trial.

Given his sensational trial and the number of witnesses present, either story is unlikely at best.

Early in 1918 Dennison was the subject of a sensational trial.

Kane was again in the public eye when he gave evidence at the sensational trial of his son for murder.

Keep's testimony capped off a sensational trial in March 1850.

This is a city obsessed by sensational trials and lawsuits.

Some people said they dreaded the prospect of a sensational trial in the Senate.

His assassination in 1890 led to a sensational trial.

But if this October day was anything, it seemed to be the nexus of several sensational trials.

He was acquitted by an all-Christian jury after a sensational trial in 1913.

As the number of cases grew into the thousands in the years following the early sensational trials, this was not practicable.

Many contend that the local police organized the killing, but after two sensational trials no one was convicted.

He was involved in many sensational trials and became a household word as the most dreaded "hanging judge" of his age.

After a sensational trial, Meehan was acquitted, adding to his criminal reputation.

His fame rests on his sensational trial for high treason in 1684.

The Senate vote, 34 to 20, came after a lengthy debate during which several lawmakers criticized the news media for focusing only on sensational trials.

Unfortunately, stations decide to broadcast the most sensational trials."

He had been arguing in favour of a sensational trial and no less sensational execution.

Then, last Oct. 13, the parties announced a settlement, avoiding what could have been a costly and sensational trial.

The result was a sensational trial.

Mr. Waters will spend some time on this sunny day, as he most often does in strange cities, attending a sensational trial.

The verdict ended a sensational trial that attracted national attention and transformed the political landscape of the city of Washington.

A killing and a sensational trial ensue.

I paused, then went on, 'Generally after a lot of publicity because of some big case, a sensational trial, whatever.'