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Love-struck Bobby-sixer dies by own hand in Hollywood
Patricia Dave Littleton, 19, a known Bobby soxer, attempted suicide after unreturned love for swing trombonist Benny Benson. She ingested sleeping pills at the Palladium, then tried gas at home. saved by her guardian, she is recovering. Benson calls it a sad, ridiculous affair. police trace her to the musician after a San Diego meeting.
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