People v. Bird

There appeared, on the 13th day of February, 1902, printed in ‘ ‘ The San Juan News, ’ ’ a paper published in the capital city of Porto Bieo, and of which Hobart S. Bird is designated therein as editor and proprietor, the following leading editorial, to wit:

“The Palmee INCIDENT.

“In this issue we print an open letter by Mr. Santiago Palmer, the distinguished and respected notary and lawyer, in which he shows the contemptible and cowardly manner in which the San Juan District Court attempted to use its official power to stain the honor and reputation of such an unimpeachable and lofty character…