H96.1.1402

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Abbott Murder Trial
7-Nov-55
3.75 in HIGH x 4.75 in WIDE
(9.52 cm HIGH x 12.06 cm WIDE)
The Oakland Tribune Collection, the Oakland Museum of California. Gift of ANG Newspapers
H96.1.1402






For a detailed summary of the prosecution's arguments, please see the "Remarks" screen for h96.1.1436. First day of the trial of Burton W. Abbott, accused of the kidnapping and murder of 14 year-old Stephanie Bryan. From Nov. 7 until Nov. 15, the trial was occupied with selection of the jury. In this photograph, Burton Abbott confers with defense attorneys John F. Hanson and Stanley D. Whitney and bailiff John Fitzpatrick. Behind them, two men with cameras take pictures.

Used: Oakland Tribune

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