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Thaw pleads insanity as murder case moves forward
Harry Thaw, held at the Tombs, undergoes mental examination after his arrest for the White murder. Doctors note possible emotional insanity and incipient paresis while Thaw remains calm except when handcuffed. Mrs. Thaw appears, consults lawyers, and slips between buildings as grand jury preparations begin. district attorney says Thaw not insane now or at the time of the shooting. Funeral arrangements for White's death will proceed.
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Thaw
Harry Thaw
United States
Austin Flint
Carlos F. MacDonald
Mabon
District Attorney’s Office
Maguire
Tombs
MacDonald
Flint
Nott
White
Jerome
Mrs. White
St. James
Long Island
Prescott H. Butler
Gramercy Park
Lawrence
Harvard
Mr. White
St. Bartholomew’s’ Church
Greer
Harry. K
Dr. Maguire