H96.1.1423

Abbott Murder Trial
8-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
H96.1.1423


For a detailed summary of the prosecution's arguments, please see the "Remarks" screen for h96.1.1436. Second 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. This photograph shows several photojournalists arrayed in front of Abbott after the trial has recessed. Sitting to his right is John F. Hanson, Jr., one of his defense attorneys.

Used: Oakland Tribune

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