Norris on Stand Swears He Fired in Self Defense
In Austin Texas Norris testifies that he fired at Chipps in self defense as the trial unfolds. The courtroom tense as Norris describes the moments before the shooting and the ensuing confrontation.
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1927
Page
11
In Austin Texas Norris testifies that he fired at Chipps in self defense as the trial unfolds. The courtroom tense as Norris describes the moments before the shooting and the ensuing confrontation.
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Danbury American Legion has purchased a fully equipped Chevrolet coupe for Mrs Edith K Morehouse, an investigaer and agent of the Associated Charities of Danbury. The post views the car as part of a nationwide plan for posts to undertake worthy community efforts this year. Legion men claim this fleet is the first in the state to be completed and used for charitable work. They also purchased the Honda and repaired the van for use in serving the community, with duties to be managed by the Auxiliary.
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