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Screenshot from a film used by the prosecution at the DeWitt Clinton Cook murder trial of Cook re-enacting his murder of Anya Sosoyeva, Los Angeles, October 11, 1939

Description:
Screenshot from a film used by the prosecution at the murder trial of DeWitt Clinton Cook. The film showed Cook (right) re-enacting his murder of dancer Anya Sosoyeva, who he hit on the head with a 2x4. Cook willingly confessed to the murder, as well as the assaults of two other women, Delia Bogard and Myrtle Wagner. This was the first time sound motion pictures were used during a trial in California history. The trial was also considered very unusual because Cook never denied the murder, personally offer a not guilty plea, or put up any defense. Cook was sentenced to death and executed in the San Quentin gas chamber on January 31, 1941, at age 21
Date:
October 11, 1939
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Screenshot from a film used by the prosecution at the DeWitt Clinton Cook murder trial of Cook re-enacting his murder of Anya Sosoyeva, Los Angeles, October 11, 1939

Alexander Sparks, the first husband of Doris Dazay, at the murder trial of George Dazey, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Alexander Sparks, the first husband of Doris Dazey, who was allegedly murdered by her second husband, George Dazey. At the trial, Sparks testified that he had remained friendly with his ex-wife and the two had occupied the same hotel room in 1934. This aided the prosecution's claim that George Dazey had committed murder because he was unsure of the paternity of a boy born to Mrs. Dazey in 1935.
Date:
February 13, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Alexander Sparks, the first husband of Doris Dazay, at the murder trial of George Dazey, Los Angeles, 1940

Accused murderer Fred Stettler showing Capt. Bert Wallis and Det. Lt. Miles Ledbetter money Stettler had stolen and hidden in a potato sack at his home

Description:
Swiss chauffeur Fred Stettler, accused of the arson murders of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Barbour, showing Det. Lt. Miles Ledbetter (left) and Capt. Bert Wallis of the police homicide squad (center) $34 in silver hidden in a potato sack at Stettler's home. Stettler confessed to stealing the money from the Barbours after murdering them with a heavy object and setting a timing device which would set the bodies on fireNote: text on the nitrate sleeves and handwritten on the negative likely transcribed "Bert Wallis" incorrectly as "Bert Wallace"
Date:
February 21, 1936
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Accused murderer Fred Stettler showing Capt. Bert Wallis and Det. Lt. Miles Ledbetter money Stettler had stolen and hidden in a potato sack at his home

Accused murderer Fred Stettler showing Capt. Bert Wallis money Stettler had stolen and hidden in a potato sack at his home

Description:
Swiss chauffeur Fred Stettler, accused of the arson murders of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Barbour, showing Capt. Bert Wallis of the police homicide (right) squad $34 in silver hidden in a potato sack at Stettler's home. Stettler confessed to stealing the money from the Barbours after murdering them with a heavy object and setting a timing device which would set the bodies on fireNote: text on the nitrate sleeves and handwritten on the negative likely transcribed "Bert Wallis" incorrectly as "Bert Wallace"
Date:
February 21, 1936
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Accused murderer Fred Stettler showing Capt. Bert Wallis money Stettler had stolen and hidden in a potato sack at his home

Detective Lieutenants B.G. Anderson and Tommy Bryan investigating the murder of soldier Lawrence G. Marple, Los Angeles, January 4, 1940

Description:
Detective Lieutenants B.G. Anderson and Tommy Bryan from the homicide division investigating the murder of soldier Lawrence G. Marple. The man being held for the murder is discharged Navy officer Jack Rhyanne, who admitted to beating and choking Marple in his hotel room. Rhyanne is also being questioned about the earlier murder of Robert M. Byrne
Date:
January 4, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Detective Lieutenants B.G. Anderson and Tommy Bryan investigating the murder of soldier Lawrence G. Marple, Los Angeles, January 4, 1940

Detective Lieutenants B.G. Anderson and Tommy Bryan investigating the murder of soldier Lawrence G. Marple, Los Angeles, January 4, 1940

Description:
Detective Lieutenants B.G. Anderson and Tommy Bryan from the homicide division investigating the murder of soldier Lawrence G. Marple. The man being held for the murder is discharged Navy officer Jack Rhyanne, who admitted to beating and choking Marple in his hotel room. Rhyanne is also being questioned about the earlier murder of Robert M. Byrne
Date:
January 4, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Detective Lieutenants B.G. Anderson and Tommy Bryan investigating the murder of soldier Lawrence G. Marple, Los Angeles, January 4, 1940

Nita Randall in court identifying the knife allegedly used by her tenant John Frank Reavis to kill Alice Burns, Los Angeles, May 1, 1940

Description:
Mrs. Nita Randall, acting as a witness in a murder trial. Mrs. Randall identifed a broken-off blade found in the body of 17-year-old Alice (Jerry) Burns as having been kept in the kitchen of her boarding house. One of her boarders, 25-year-old John Frank Reavis, is accused of the murder.
Date:
May 1, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Nita Randall in court identifying the knife allegedly used by her tenant John Frank Reavis to kill Alice Burns, Los Angeles, May 1, 1940

Photograph of Gladys Carter, Frances Walker and her father Frank E. Walker in happier times, Los Angeles, 1935

Description:
Photograph of Gladys Carter, Frances Walker and Frank E. Walker (also possibly Frank L. Walker) in happier times before Carter allegedly murdered Frances Walker. Walker had been a houseguest with Gladys Carter and her husband, Deputy Sheriff Archie Carter, for two years. When Walker and Carter got into a heated argument over whether Walker was cheating with Carter's husband Carter shot Walker and then shot herself in the breast. Frank L. Walker was Frances Walker's father.
Date:
between April and June 1935
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Photograph of Gladys Carter, Frances Walker and her father Frank E. Walker in happier times, Los Angeles, 1935

Cowboy film extra Jerome "Blackjack" Ward kisses his wife Mickey Ward during his trial for the murder of fellow extra Johnny Tyke, Los Angeles, July 1940

Description:
Cowboy motion picture extra Jerome "Blackjack" Ward kisses his wife Mickey Ward during his trial for the murder of fellow extra John Ainsworth Tyacke (Johnny Tyke) in Gower Gulch. Gower Gulch is the name given to the area near the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Gower Street where film extras hang out waiting for work; many of the nearby studios produce westerns so often actual working cowboys come here to break into the film business. Ward entered a plea of not guilty based on self defense and temporary insanity. He was ultimately set free after many witnesses attested to Tyke's violent nature.
Date:
between July 15 and July 18, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Cowboy film extra Jerome "Blackjack" Ward kisses his wife Mickey Ward during his trial for the murder of fellow extra Johnny Tyke, Los Angeles, July 1940

Cowboy film extras Jerome "Blackjack" Ward and Yukon Jake re-enacting Blackjack's confrontation with fellow extra Johnny Tyke in Gower Gulch, Los Angeles, February 24, 1940

Description:
Cowboy film extras Jerome "Blackjack" Ward (left) and E.L. Jackson a.k.a. "Yukon Jake" re-enact Blackjack's confrontation with fellow extra John Ainsworth Tyacke a.k.a. Johnny Tyke for police. Blackjack allegedly shot Tyke with a .45 in Gower Gulch, the name given to the area near the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Gower Street where film extras hang out waiting for work. Ward entered a plea of not guilty based on self defense and temporary insanity. He was ultimately set free after many witnesses, including Yukon Jake, attested to Tyke's violent nature.
Date:
February 24, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Cowboy film extras Jerome "Blackjack" Ward and Yukon Jake re-enacting Blackjack's confrontation with fellow extra Johnny Tyke in Gower Gulch, Los Angeles, February 24, 1940

Cowboy film extra Jerome "Blackjack" Ward, on trial for the murder of fellow extra Johnny Tyke in Gower's Gulch, Los Angeles, July 1940

Description:
Cowboy motion picture extra Jerome "Blackjack" Ward (right), on trial for the murder of fellow cowboy extra John Ainsworth Tyacke (Johnny Tyke) in Gower Gulch. Gower Gulch is the name given to the area near the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Gower Street where film extras hang out waiting for work; many of the nearby studios produce westerns so often actual working cowboys come here to break into the film business. Ward entered a plea of not guilty based on self defense and temporary insanity. He was ultimately set free after many witnesses attested to Tyacke's violent nature.
Date:
between July 15 and July 18, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Cowboy film extra Jerome "Blackjack" Ward, on trial for the murder of fellow extra Johnny Tyke in Gower's Gulch, Los Angeles, July 1940

Betty Flay Hardaker stands at a counter in the Los Angeles County Jail after being taken into custody, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Betty Flay Hardaker stands at a counter in the Los Angeles County Jail after being taken into custody. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 20, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Betty Flay Hardaker stands at a counter in the Los Angeles County Jail after being taken into custody, Los Angeles, 1940

Betty Hardaker, mother convicted of murdering her daughter, speaks to an unidentified woman in a courtroom, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Betty Hardaker turns to speak with an unidentified woman in a courtroom during her inquisition. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 28, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Betty Hardaker, mother convicted of murdering her daughter, speaks to an unidentified woman in a courtroom, Los Angeles, 1940

Montebello Chief of Police Maxwell comforts Samuel Karnes, Sr. at the funeral of his granddaugther Geraldine Hardaker, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Montebello Chief of Police Maxwell comforts Samuel Karnes, Sr. at the funeral of his granddaugther Geraldine Hardaker. Betty Flay Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
Febuary 24, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Montebello Chief of Police Maxwell comforts Samuel Karnes, Sr. at the funeral of his granddaugther Geraldine Hardaker, Los Angeles, 1940

Betty Hardaker, mother convicted of murdering her daughter, sits with her brother Samuel Karnes, Jr. in a courtroom, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Betty Hardaker sits with her brother Samuel Karnes, Jr. while on trial for the murder of her daughter. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 28, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Betty Hardaker, mother convicted of murdering her daughter, sits with her brother Samuel Karnes, Jr. in a courtroom, Los Angeles, 1940

Oma Caneer walks with Samuel Karnes, Sr. after the funeral for his granddaughter Geraldine Hardaker, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Oma Caneer walks with Samuel Karnes, Sr. after the funeral for his granddaughter Geraldine Hardaker. Geraldine Hardaker was murdered by her mother Betty Hardaker. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 24, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Oma Caneer walks with Samuel Karnes, Sr. after the funeral for his granddaughter Geraldine Hardaker, Los Angeles, 1940

Charles Hardaker is questioned by an investigator after the arrest of his wife for the murder of their daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Charles Hardaker is questioned by an unidentified investigator after the arrest of his wife for the murder of their daughter. Betty Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 24, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Charles Hardaker is questioned by an investigator after the arrest of his wife for the murder of their daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Samuel Karnes, Sr. at the funeral of his granddaughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Samuel Karnes stands next to the body of his granddaughter Geraldine Hardaker. Geraldine Hardaker was murdered by her mother Betty Hardaker. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 24, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Samuel Karnes, Sr. at the funeral of his granddaughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Samuel Karnes, Sr. at the funeral of his granddaughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Samuel Karnes stands next to the body of his granddaughter Geraldine Hardaker. Geraldine Hardaker was murdered by her mother Betty Hardaker. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 24, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Samuel Karnes, Sr. at the funeral of his granddaughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Charles Hardaker after his wife, Betty Flay Hardaker, was arrested for the murder of their daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Charles Hardaker sits at a table and combs his hair after the arrest of his wife, Betty Flay Hardaker. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 24, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Charles Hardaker after his wife, Betty Flay Hardaker, was arrested for the murder of their daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Charles Hardaker, husband of Betty Flay Hardaker who was convicted of murdering their daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Charles Hardaker pictured after the arrest of his wife for the murder of their daughter. Betty Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 24, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Charles Hardaker, husband of Betty Flay Hardaker who was convicted of murdering their daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Evidence in the trial of William Edward Hickman for the kidnapping and murder of Marion Parker, 1928.

Description:
Evidence in the trial of William Edward Hickman, b.1908-d.1928. Hickman was convicted of the kidnapping and murder of 12-year-old Marion Parker. Hickman abducted Parker from her school, claiming her father, a prominent local banker, was in the hospital and had requested to see her. After kidnapping Marion, Hickman sent ransom notes to her family, who agreed to pay a sum of $1500 for her return. However, when her father delivered the money at the agreed-upon time and location, the kidnapper drove off, dumping Marion Parker's dismembered corpse into the street as he fled.A massive manhunt began for Marion's killer. Police pieced together evidence leading them to suspect Hickman, a former employee of the Parker family, who had been arrested due to a complaint by Mr. Parker involving forged checks several years prior. One week after Marion's corpse was discovered, two officers in a coffee shop in Echo, OR recognized Hickman from wanted posters plastered up and down the west coast.Eventually, Hickman confessed to another murder, as well as a dozen armed robberies. Although his lawyers attempted to plead insanity for Hickman, the jury convicted him of murder, and he was sentenced to death. Hickman died by hanging in San Quentin prison in 1928.
Date:
[between 1-1928 and 4-1928]
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Evidence in the trial of William Edward Hickman for the kidnapping and murder of Marion Parker, 1928.

Members of the Albert Dyer murder trial jury standing outside with a police officer, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Members of the Albert Dyer murder trial jury standing outside with a police officer. (left to right) Unknown police officer, Beatrice Hard, unknown, Harold Harby, Shirley Angranoff, James D. Kelly, Jackson Collins, Grace A. Calvert, Ben D. Fulton, Charles M. Truax, Dorothy Deel, Butler E. Shaw, and George Ritchie. (Winifred W. Howard is missing). The jury was for the trial of Albert Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard who confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls. Dyer admitted to luring the girls; Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August, 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Members of the Albert Dyer murder trial jury standing outside with a police officer, Los Angeles, August 1937

Jury for the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Front row left to right: Mrs. Dorothy Deel, Jackson Collins, Mrs. Grace A. Calvert, Harold Harby, George Ritchie, and Ben Fulton. Back row left to right: Mrs. Winifred W. Howard, Mrs. Beatrice Hard, Charles M. Truax, Mrs. Shirley Angranoff, Butler E. Shaw (who replaced Mrs. Ruth Roth), and Jury Foreman James D. Kelly. The jury for the trial of Albert Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard who confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls. Dyer admitted to luring the girls; Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
between August 25 and 27, 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Jury for the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Jury for the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 11, 1937

Description:
Front row left to right: Mrs. Dorothy Deel, Jackson Collins, Mrs. Grace A. Calvert, Harold Harby, George Ritchie, and Ben Fulton. Back row left to right: Mrs. Winifred W. Howard, Mrs. Beatrice Hard, Charles M. Truax, Mrs. Shirley Angranoff, Mrs. Ruth Roth (later replaced by Butler E. Shaw), and James D. Kelly. The original jury for the trial of Albert Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard who confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls. Dyer admitted to luring the girls; Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August 11, 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Jury for the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 11, 1937

Scene from the Albert Dyer murder trial, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Scene from the Albert Dyer murder trial. Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard, confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls. Dyer admitted to luring Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Extra deputy sheriffs were on guard outside the trial to control the crowds of angry and thrill-seeking people they expected would come to witness the trial of this heinous crime. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Scene from the Albert Dyer murder trial, Los Angeles, August 1937

Scene from the Albert Dyer murder trial, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Scene from the Albert Dyer murder trial. Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard, confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls. Dyer admitted to luring Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Extra deputy sheriffs were on guard outside the trial to control the crowds of angry and thrill-seeking people they expected would come to witness the trial of this heinous crime. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Scene from the Albert Dyer murder trial, Los Angeles, August 1937

Family members of murder victim Marilyn Bunker sit in court during the trial of the accused murderer Donald Rogers, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Family of murder victim Marilyn Bunker sit in court during the trial of the accused murderer Donald Rogers. Marilyn was shot by 17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, while she was playing on a hill with her little brother and other children. Rogers shot at the children from the upstairs window of his home. However, Rogers insisted that he was trying to shoot doves he had seen on the hillside.
Date:
February 15, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Family members of murder victim Marilyn Bunker sit in court during the trial of the accused murderer Donald Rogers, Los Angeles, 1940

Bradley Bunker, brother of murder victim 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker, sits in court waiting to provide witness testimony, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Bradley Bunker, brother of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, sits in court waiting to provide witness testimony. Marilyn was shot by 17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, while she was playing on a hill with her little brother and other children. Rogers shot at the children from the upstairs window of his home. However, Rogers insisted that he was trying to shoot doves he had seen on the hillside.
Date:
February 15, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Bradley Bunker, brother of murder victim 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker, sits in court waiting to provide witness testimony, Los Angeles, 1940

Harlan Bunker, father of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, provides witness testimony in court, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Harlan Bunker, father of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, provides witness testimony in court. Marilyn was shot by 17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, while she was playing on a hill with her little brother and other children. Rogers shot at the children from the upstairs window of his home. However, Rogers insisted that he was trying to shoot doves he had seen on the hillside.
Date:
February 15, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Harlan Bunker, father of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, provides witness testimony in court, Los Angeles, 1940

Robert S. James and Charles S. Hope, accused of the murder of James's wife Mary, Los Angeles, 1936

Description:
Robert S. James (left) and Charles H. Hope, seated in the center of the front row. Both men are accused in some capacity of the murder of James's wife, Mary Busch James, by subjecting her to rattlesnake bites and drowning her. Also pictured is Mike Allen (back right), owner of the Ocean Park Pier reptile pit, one of the locations James and Hope shopped for rattlesnakes.
Date:
May 3, 1936
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Robert S. James and Charles S. Hope, accused of the murder of James's wife Mary, Los Angeles, 1936

Alexander Sparks, the first husband of Doris Dazay, at the murder trial of George Dazey, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Alexander Sparks, the first husband of Doris Dazey, who was allegedly murdered by her second husband, George Dazey. At the trial, Sparks testified that he had remained friendly with his ex-wife and the two had occupied the same hotel room in 1934. This aided the prosecution's claim that George Dazey had committed murder because he was unsure of the paternity of a boy born to Mrs. Dazey in 1935.
Date:
February 13, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Alexander Sparks, the first husband of Doris Dazay, at the murder trial of George Dazey, Los Angeles, 1940

Peter Pianezzi with his lawyer Nathan O. Freedman, at a trial where he is charged with the murders of George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard, Los Angeles, 1940s

Description:
Ex-convict Peter Pianezzi (right) and his lawyer Nathan Freedman at one of two trials where Pianezzi is charged with the murders of gambler George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard. Allegedly, Pianezzi shot Bruneman 16 times in a cafe and then shot cafe employee Greuzard as he tried to take down the license plate of Pianezzi's car. The murder of Bruneman, which occurred on October 25, 1937, is thought to have been gang-related. The first trial ended with a hung jury, 9-3 for the acquittal of Pianezzi. In the second trial, Pianezzi received a life sentence for the murders. Later, at age 80, Pianezzi received a pardon based on innocence.
Date:
between February 5, 1940 and April 20, 1941
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Peter Pianezzi with his lawyer Nathan O. Freedman, at a trial where he is charged with the murders of George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard, Los Angeles, 1940s

Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Description:
Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial in which Dr. Dazey is accused of murdering his second wife, actress Doris S. Dazey, in 1935. Doris Dazey's death was originally believed to be suicide by monoxide poisoning. However, witnesses claimed that Dr. Dazey had been boasting about committing the "perfect crime" and a night watchman testified to witnessing Dazey carry a woman's body from the house to the garage on the night of the murder. Other factors complicating the trial were the paternity of Doris and George Dazey's child, Doris Dazey's possible mental illness, and false testimonies from some of the witnesses. Dr. Dazey was ultimately acquitted of the crime.
Date:
between December 3, 1939 and March 10, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Dr. George K. Dazey on the witness stand at the trial where he is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Description:
Dr. George K. Dazey on the witness stand at the trial in which he is accused of murdering his second wife, actress Doris S. Dazey, in 1935. Doris Dazey's death was originally believed to be suicide by monoxide poisoning. However, witnesses claimed that Dr. Dazey had been boasting about committing the "perfect crime" and a night watchman testified to witnessing Dazey carry a woman's body from the house to the garage on the night of the murder. Other factors complicating the trial were the paternity of Doris and George Dazey's child, Doris Dazey's possible mental illness, and false testimonies from some of the witnesses. Dr. Dazey was ultimately acquitted of the crime.
Date:
between December 3, 1939 and March 10, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Dr. George K. Dazey on the witness stand at the trial where he is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Helen Wright, three-year-old daughter of Paul A. Wright, who is accused of the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 1937

Description:
Helen Wright, three-year-old daughter of Paul A. Wright, who is accused of the double murder of his wife Evelyn and best friend, John Kimmel. Wright confessed to shooting the pair after finding them in an embrace in his home, he was eventually let off on an insanity plea. Wright's brother, Dr. Herbert Wright, sought custody of Helen and planned to take her back to his home in Cleveland. Paul Wright agreed that it would be best for his daughter to be removed from the aftermath of the tragedy and it was said that he was more concerned about the well-being of Helen, than his own welfare.
Date:
November 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Helen Wright, three-year-old daughter of Paul A. Wright, who is accused of the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 1937

Coroner's jury at the inquest for Paul A. Wright, accused of the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 12, 1937

Description:
Coroner's jury at the inquest for Paul A. Wright. Wright is accused of the murder of his wife, Evelyn, and best friend, John Kimmel. Wright confessed to shooting the pair in a fit of "white hot rage" after finding them in an embrace in his home. After the inquest, complaints were signed against Wright for the two deaths. A trial, called the "white flame" trial by the press, followed in which Wright was eventually let off on an insanity plea, thanks to his lawyer Jerry Giesler.
Date:
November 12, 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Coroner's jury at the inquest for Paul A. Wright, accused of the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 12, 1937

Crowd gathered outside the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Crowd gathered outside the trial of Albert Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard who confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls. Dyer admitted to luring the girls; Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Extra deputy sheriffs were on guard outside the trial to control the crowds of angry and thrill-seeking people they expected would come to witness the trial of this heinous crime. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August 1937
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Crowd gathered outside the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Crowd gathered outside the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Crowd gathered outside the trial of Albert Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard who confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls. Dyer admitted to luring the girls; Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Extra deputy sheriffs were on guard outside the trial to control the crowds of angry and thrill-seeking people they expected would come to witness the trial of this heinous crime. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Crowd gathered outside the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Crowd gathered outside the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Crowd gathered outside the trial of Albert Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard who confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls. Dyer admitted to luring the girls; Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Extra deputy sheriffs were on guard outside the trial to control the crowds of angry and thrill-seeking people they expected would come to witness the trial of this heinous crime. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Crowd gathered outside the trial of Albert Dyer, confessed murderer of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Albert Dyer on trial for the murder of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Albert Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard who confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls, at his trial. Dyer admitted to luring the girls; Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Extra deputy sheriffs were on guard outside the trial to control the crowds of angry and thrill-seeking people they expected would come to witness the trial of this heinous crime. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August 1937
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Albert Dyer on trial for the murder of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Paul A. Wright with his attorney Jerry Giesler during a trial in which Wright is accused of the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 1937-February 1938

Description:
Airline official Paul A. Wright (standing right) with his attorney Jerry Giesler. Wright confessed to the double murder of his wife, Evelyn and best friend, John Kimmel. Wright said he shot the pair after finding them in an embrace in his home. In the trial that followed, called the "White Flame" trial by the press, Wright eventually escaped the death pentalty and a prison sentence on an insanity plea
Date:
between November 9, 1937 and February 16, 1938
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Paul A. Wright with his attorney Jerry Giesler during a trial in which Wright is accused of the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 1937-February 1938

Paul A. Wright with his attorney Jerry Giesler at an inquest for Wright, who is accused of the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 12, 1937

Description:
Paul A. Wright (arms folded center) with his lawyer Jerry Giesler (left of Wright) at an inquest for Wright, who is accused of the murder of his wife, Evelyn, and best friend, John Kimmel. Wright confessed to shooting the pair in a fit of "white hot rage" after finding them in an embrace in his home. After the inquest, complaints were signed against Wright for the two deaths. A trial, called the "white flame" trial by the press, followed in which Wright was eventually let off on an insanity plea
Date:
November 12, 1937
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Paul A. Wright with his attorney Jerry Giesler at an inquest for Wright, who is accused of the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 12, 1937

Captain Walter E. Hegi of the Glendale Police Dept. and Paul A. Wright during an investigation of the double murder of Wright's wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 1937

Description:
Captain Walter E. Hegi of the Glendale police dept. (left) with airline official Paul A. Wright early on in the investigation of the double murder of Wright's wife Evelyn and best friend, John Kimmel. A crime to which Wright had confessed. Wright testified that he shot his wife and best friend after finding them in an embrace. In the trial that followed, called the "White Flame" trial by the press, Wright eventually escaped the death pentalty and a prison sentence on an insanity plea, thanks to his lawyer Jerry Giesler
Date:
November 1937
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Captain Walter E. Hegi of the Glendale Police Dept. and Paul A. Wright during an investigation of the double murder of Wright's wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November 1937

Captain Walter E. Hegi of the Glendale Police Dept. and Paul A. Wright leaving the office of coroner Frank Nance, Los Angeles, November 9, 1937

Description:
Captain Walter E. Hegi of the Glendale police dept. (left) and airline official Paul A. Wright leaving the office of Coroner Frank Nance. Nance was examining the bodies of Wright's wife Evelyn and best friend John Kimmel. Unfortunately he received the bodies after they had been embalmed. Mrs. Wright and Kimmel had been shot, and Mr. Wright had confessed to the crime, having caught his wife and best friend in an embrace. In the trial that followed, called the "White Flame" trial by the press, Wright eventually escaped the death pentalty and a prison sentence on an insanity plea, thanks to his lawyer Jerry Giesler
Date:
November 9, 1937
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Captain Walter E. Hegi of the Glendale Police Dept. and Paul A. Wright leaving the office of coroner Frank Nance, Los Angeles, November 9, 1937

Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Description:
Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial in which Dr. Dazey is accused of murdering his second wife, actress Doris S. Dazey, in 1935. Doris Dazey's death was originally believed to be suicide by monoxide poisoning. However, witnesses claimed that Dr. Dazey had been boasting about committing the "perfect crime" and a night watchman testified to witnessing Dazey carry a woman's body from the house to the garage on the night of the murder. Other factors complicating the trial were the paternity of Doris and George Dazey's child, Doris Dazey's possible mental illness, and false testimonies from some of the witnesses. Dr. Dazey was ultimately acquitted of the crime.
Date:
between December 3, 1939 and March 10, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Mrs. Elaine Huddle, witness at the Peter Pianezzi murder trials, Los Angeles, 1940s

Description:
Mrs. Elaine Huddle, witness at the trial for the murder of gambler George (Les) Bruneman. The murder took place at the cafe owned by Mrs. Huddle's husband. Charged with the killing is ex-convict Peter Pianezzi. Pianezzi allegedly shot Bruneman 16 times and then fatally shot Frank A. Greuzard, a cafe employee who tried to chase him down. Mrs. Huddle positively identifed Pianezzi as the murderer. The murder, which took place on October 25, 1937, is thought to have been gang-related. There were two trials for this case, the first ended in a hung jury, 9-3 for the acquittal of Pianezzi. In the second, Pianezzi received a life sentence for the two murders. Later, at age 80, Pianezzi received a pardon based on innocence.
Date:
between February 5, 1940 and April 20, 1941
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Mrs. Elaine Huddle, witness at the Peter Pianezzi murder trials, Los Angeles, 1940s

Cowboy film extra Jerome "Blackjack" Ward talks to police during a re-enactment of his confrontation with fellow extra Johnny Tyke, Los Angeles, February 24, 1940

Description:
Cowboy film extra Jerome "Blackjack" Ward talks to police during a re-enactment of his confrontation with fellow extra John Ainsworth Tyacke a.k.a. Johnny Tyke. Blackjack fatally shot Tyke with a .45 in Gower Gulch, the name given to the area near the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Gower Street where film extras hang out waiting for work. Ward entered a plea of not guilty based on self defense and temporary insanity. He was ultimately set free after many witnesses attested to Tyke's violent nature.
Date:
February 24, 1940
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Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Cowboy film extra Jerome "Blackjack" Ward talks to police during a re-enactment of his confrontation with fellow extra Johnny Tyke, Los Angeles, February 24, 1940

Albert Dyer on trial for the murder of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Albert Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard who confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls, at his trial. Dyer admitted to luring the girls; Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Extra deputy sheriffs were on guard outside the trial to control the crowds of angry and thrill-seeking people they expected would come to witness the trial of this heinous crime. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Albert Dyer on trial for the murder of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Deputy Sheriff Bess Bailey escorts Betty Flay Hardaker during her trial for the murder of her daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Deputy Sheriff Bess Bailey escorts Betty Flay Hardaker during the inquest conducted by Deputy Coroner Frank Monfort. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daugher, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 23, 1940
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Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Deputy Sheriff Bess Bailey escorts Betty Flay Hardaker during her trial for the murder of her daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Betty Hardaker, mother convicted of murdering her daughter, sits with her brother Samuel Karnes, Jr. in a courtroom, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Betty Hardaker sits with her brother Samuel Karnes, Jr. while on trial for the murder of her daughter. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 28, 1940
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Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Betty Hardaker, mother convicted of murdering her daughter, sits with her brother Samuel Karnes, Jr. in a courtroom, Los Angeles, 1940

Charles Hardaker comforts his wife Betty Flay Hardaker who was convicted of murdering their daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Charles Hardaker comforts his wife Betty Flay Hardaker during the inquest conducted by Deputy Coroner Frank Monfort. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daugher, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 23, 1940
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Charles Hardaker comforts his wife Betty Flay Hardaker who was convicted of murdering their daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Ethel and Harlan Bunker, parents of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, sit in court during the trial of the accused murderer Donald Rogers, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Ethel and Harlan Bunker, parents of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, sit in court during the trial of the accused murderer Donald Rogers. Marilyn was shot by 17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, while she was playing on a hill with her little brother and other children. Rogers shot at the children from the upstairs window of his home. However, Rogers insisted that he was trying to shoot doves he had seen on the hillside.
Date:
February 15, 1940
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Ethel and Harlan Bunker, parents of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, sit in court during the trial of the accused murderer Donald Rogers, Los Angeles, 1940

Family members of murder victim Marilyn Bunker sit in court during the trial of the accused murderer Donald Rogers, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Family of murder victim Marilyn Bunker sit in court during the trial of the accused murderer Donald Rogers. Marilyn was shot by 17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, while she was playing on a hill with her little brother and other children. Rogers shot at the children from the upstairs window of his home. However, Rogers insisted that he was trying to shoot doves he had seen on the hillside.
Date:
February 15, 1940
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Family members of murder victim Marilyn Bunker sit in court during the trial of the accused murderer Donald Rogers, Los Angeles, 1940

Bradley Bunker, brother of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, provides witness testimony in court, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Bradley Bunker, brother of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, provides witness testimony in court. Marilyn was shot by 17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, while she was playing on a hill with her little brother and other children. Rogers shot at the children from the upstairs window of his home. However, Rogers insisted that he was trying to shoot doves he had seen on the hillside.
Date:
February 15, 1940
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Bradley Bunker, brother of murder victim Marilyn Bunker, provides witness testimony in court, Los Angeles, 1940

Harlan Bunker next to the body of his 11-year-old murdered daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Harlan Bunker lays next to the body of his murdered daughter, Marilyn Bunker. Marilyn was shot by 17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, while she was playing on a hill with her little brother and other children. Rogers shot at the children from the upstairs window of his home. However, Rogers insisted that he was trying to shoot doves he had seen on the hillside.
Date:
February 15, 1940
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Harlan Bunker next to the body of his 11-year-old murdered daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Photograph of 11-year-old murder victim Marilyn Bunker, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Photograph of murder victim Marilyn Bunker wearing a white dress. Marilyn was shot by 17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, while she was playing on a hill with her little brother and other children. Rogers shot at the children from the upstairs window of his home. However, Rogers insisted that he was trying to shoot doves he had seen on the hillside.
Date:
February 15, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Photograph of 11-year-old murder victim Marilyn Bunker, Los Angeles, 1940

Albert Dyer on trial for the murder of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Description:
Albert Dyer, a 32 year old W.P.A crossing guard who confessed to the murders of three Inglewood girls, at his trial. Dyer admitted to luring the girls; Madeline Everett (9), Melba Everett (7), and Jeanette Stephens (8) into the woods on the pretense of helping them catch rabbits and then strangled them in succession. Extra deputy sheriffs were on guard outside the trial to control the crowds of angry and thrill-seeking people they expected would come to witness the trial of this heinous crime. Dyer was sentenced to death after the jury's two day debate. On September 16, 1938 at San Quentin Prison, Dyer was one of the last people to be hung in the state of California
Date:
August 1937
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Albert Dyer on trial for the murder of three Inglewood girls, Los Angeles, August 1937

Betty Flay Hardaker stands at a counter in the Los Angeles County Jail after being taken into custody, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Betty Flay Hardaker stands at a counter in the Los Angeles County Jail after being taken into custody. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 20, 1940
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Betty Flay Hardaker stands at a counter in the Los Angeles County Jail after being taken into custody, Los Angeles, 1940

17-year-old Donald Rogers with his foster mother Bertha Fehrenschild, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, with his foster mother Mrs. Bertha Fehrenschild at an inquest into the murder of 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker. Rogers was charged with the crime. Although he insisted that he was shooting at doves on the hillside, Rogers's bullets fell near Marilyn, her two brothers, and several other children playing in the grass. When she started to run home for help, Marilyn was shot under the eye and died immediately.
Date:
February 20, 1940
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
17-year-old Donald Rogers with his foster mother Bertha Fehrenschild, Los Angeles, 1940

Donald Rogers with Det. Lt. Fred Trosper, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, with Detective Lieutenant Fred Trosper. Rogers was charged with the murder of 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker. Although he insisted that he was shooting at doves on the hillside, Rogers's bullets fell near Marilyn, her two brothers, and several other children playing in the grass. When she started to run home for help, Marilyn was shot under the eye and died immediately.
Date:
February 20, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Donald Rogers with Det. Lt. Fred Trosper, Los Angeles, 1940

17-year-old Donald Rogers, charged with shooting and killing 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
17-year-old Donald Rogers, also known as Donald Fehrenschild, charged with the murder of 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker. Although he insisted that he was shooting at doves on the hillside, Rogers's bullets fell near Marilyn, her two brothers, and several other children playing in the grass. When she started to run home for help, Marilyn was shot under the eye and died immediately.
Date:
February 20, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
17-year-old Donald Rogers, charged with shooting and killing 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker, Los Angeles, 1940

17-year-old Donald Rogers, charged with shooting and killing 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
17-year-old Donald Rogers, charged with the murder of 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker. Although he insisted that he was shooting at doves on the hillside, Rogers's bullets fell near Marilyn, her two brothers, and several other children playing in the grass. When she started to run home for help, Marilyn was shot under the eye and died immediately.
Date:
February 20, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
17-year-old Donald Rogers, charged with shooting and killing 11-year-old Marilyn Bunker, Los Angeles, 1940

Peter Pianezzi with his lawyer Nathan O. Freedman, at a trial where he is charged with the murders of George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard, Los Angeles, 1940s

Description:
Ex-convict Peter Pianezzi (left) and his lawyer Nathan Freedman at one of two trials where Pianezzi is charged with the murders of gambler George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard. Allegedly, Pianezzi shot Bruneman 16 times in a cafe and then shot cafe employee Greuzard as he tried to take down the license plate of Pianezzi's car. The murder of Bruneman, which occurred on October 25, 1937, is thought to have been gang-related. The first trial ended with a hung jury, 9-3 for the acquittal of Pianezzi. In the second trial, Pianezzi received a life sentence for the murders. Later, at age 80, Pianezzi received a pardon based on innocence.
Date:
between February 5, 1940 and April 20, 1941
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Peter Pianezzi with his lawyer Nathan O. Freedman, at a trial where he is charged with the murders of George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard, Los Angeles, 1940s

Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Description:
Dr. George K. Dazey (far left) and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey (center), at the trial in which Dr. Dazey is accused of murdering his second wife, actress Doris S. Dazey, in 1935. Doris Dazey's death was originally believed to be suicide by monoxide poisoning. However, witnesses claimed that Dr. Dazey had been boasting about committing the "perfect crime" and a night watchman testified to witnessing Dazey carry a woman's body from the house to the garage on the night of the murder. Other factors complicating the trial were the paternity of Doris and George Dazey's child, Doris Dazey's possible mental illness, and false testimonies from some of the witnesses. Dr. Dazey was ultimately acquitted of the crime.
Date:
between December 3, 1939 and March 10, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Peter Pianezzi with his mother Rose Pianezzi, at a trial where he is charged with the murders of George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard, Los Angeles, 1940s

Description:
Ex-convict Peter Pianezzi with his mother Rose Pianezzi at a trial where he is charged with two murders. Rose Pianezzi was a witness on his behalf. Allegedly, Pianezzi shot gambler George (Les) Bruneman 16 times in a cafe and then fatally shot cafe employee Frank A. Greuzard when he attempted to take down Pianezzi's license plate number. The murder, which occurred October 25, 1937, is thought to have been gang-related. The first trial ended with a hung jury, 9-3 for the acquittal of Pianezzi. In the second trial, Pianezzi received a life sentence for the murders. Later, at age 80, Pianezzi was pardoned based on innocence.
Date:
February 19, 1940
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Peter Pianezzi with his mother Rose Pianezzi, at a trial where he is charged with the murders of George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard, Los Angeles, 1940s

Dr. George K. Dazey at the trial where he is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Description:
Dr. George K. Dazey in front of a map of his property, at the trial in which he is accused of murdering his second wife, actress Doris S. Dazey, in 1935. Doris Dazey's death was originally believed to be suicide by monoxide poisoning. However, witnesses claimed that Dr. Dazey had been boasting about committing the "perfect crime" and a night watchman testified to witnessing Dazey carry a woman's body from the house to the garage on the night of the murder. Other factors complicating the trial were the paternity of Doris and George Dazey's child, Doris Dazey's possible mental illness, and false testimonies from some of the witnesses. Dr. Dazey was ultimately acquitted of the crime.
Date:
between December 3, 1939 and March 10, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Dr. George K. Dazey at the trial where he is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Rose Pianezzi and Nathan O. Freedman, mother and lawyer of Peter Pianezzi who is on trial for the murders of George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard, Los Angeles, 1940s

Description:
Rose Pianezzi with her son Peter Pianezzi's lawyer, Nathan Freedman at a trial where Peter Pianezzi is charged with two murders. Rose Pianezzi was a witness on her son's behalf. Allegedly, ex-convict Peter Pianezzi shot gambler George (Les) Bruneman 16 times in a cafe and then fatally shot cafe employee Frank A. Greuzard when he attempted to take down Pianezzi's license plate number. The murder, which occurred October 25, 1937, is thought to have been gang-related. The first trial ended with a hung jury, 9-3 for the acquittal of Pianezzi. In the second trial, Pianezzi received a life sentence for the murders. Later, at age 80, Pianezzi was pardoned based on innocence.
Date:
February 19, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Rose Pianezzi and Nathan O. Freedman, mother and lawyer of Peter Pianezzi who is on trial for the murders of George (Les) Bruneman and Frank A. Greuzard, Los Angeles, 1940s

Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Description:
Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial in which Dr. Dazey is accused of murdering his second wife, actress Doris S. Dazey, in 1935. Doris Dazey's death was originally believed to be suicide by monoxide poisoning. However, witnesses claimed that Dr. Dazey had been boasting about committing the "perfect crime" and a night watchman testified to witnessing Dazey carry a woman's body from the house to the garage on the night of the murder. Other factors complicating the trial were the paternity of Doris and George Dazey's child, Doris Dazey's possible mental illness, and false testimonies from some of the witnesses. Dr. Dazey was ultimately acquitted of the crime.
Date:
between December 3, 1939 and March 10, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Description:
Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial in which Dr. Dazey is accused of murdering his second wife, actress Doris S. Dazey, in 1935. Doris Dazey's death was originally believed to be suicide by monoxide poisoning. However, witnesses claimed that Dr. Dazey had been boasting about committing the "perfect crime" and a night watchman testified to witnessing Dazey carry a woman's body from the house to the garage on the night of the murder. Other factors complicating the trial were the paternity of Doris and George Dazey's child, Doris Dazey's possible mental illness, and false testimonies from some of the witnesses. Dr. Dazey was ultimately acquitted of the crime.
Date:
between December 3, 1939 and March 10, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Dr. George K. Dazey and his third wife, Dorcas Dazey, at the trial where Dr. Dazey is accused of the murder of his second wife, Doris S. Dazey, Los Angeles, 1939-1940

Deputy Sheriff Mary Talbot sits with Betty Flay Hardaker who was convicted of murdering her daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Deputy Sheriff Mary Talbot sits with Betty Hardaker in the courtroom during an inquest. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 24, 1940
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still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Deputy Sheriff Mary Talbot sits with Betty Flay Hardaker who was convicted of murdering her daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Deputy Sheriff Mary Talbot sits with Betty Flay Hardaker who was convicted of murdering her daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Description:
Deputy Sheriff Mary Talbot sits with Betty Hardaker in the courtroom during an inquest. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daughter, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 24, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Deputy Sheriff Mary Talbot sits with Betty Flay Hardaker who was convicted of murdering her daughter, Los Angeles, 1940

Betty Hardaker, mother convicted of murdering her daughter, questioned by Dr. Paul De River, Los Angeles, 1940

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Betty Flay Hardaker cries during questioning done by Dr. Paul De River, police psychiatrist, at the Los Angeles County Jail. Mrs. Hardaker was convicted of murdering her 5 year old daugher, Geraldine Hardaker, in a Montebello park washroom. The jury convicted her of committing the crime while of unsound mind.
Date:
February 23, 1940
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Betty Hardaker, mother convicted of murdering her daughter, questioned by Dr. Paul De River, Los Angeles, 1940

Paul A. Wright and his father J.J. Wright at the trial where Paul A. Wright is charged with the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November, 1937

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Dentist J.J. Wright (left) arrives to support his son Paul A. Wright, who is on trial for the double murder of his wife, Evelyn Wright and best friend John B. Kimmel. Paul A. Wright confessed to shooting the pair when he found them in an embrace in his home. The trial was named the "white flame" trial by the press. Wright was eventually let off on an insanity plea, thanks to his attorney Jerry Giesler
Date:
November 11, 1937
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still image
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Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Paul A. Wright and his father J.J. Wright at the trial where Paul A. Wright is charged with the double murder of his wife and best friend, Los Angeles, November, 1937

Nathan O. Freedman and Dep. Dist. Attorney Arthur Veitch at the Peter Pianezzi murder trials, Los Angeles, 1940s

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Nathan O. Freedman (left) and Deputy District Attorney Arthur Veitch at one of two trials where ex-convict Peter Pianezzi is charged with a double murder. Freedman is Pianezzi's lawyer. Allegedly, Pianezzi shot gambler George (Les) Bruneman 16 times in a cafe, then fatally shot cafe employee Frank A. Greuzard when he tried to take down Pianezzi's license plate number. The murder, which occurred October 25, 1937 is thought to have been gang-related. Pianezzi's first trial ended with a hung jury, 9-3 for the acquittal of Pianezzi. In the second trial, Pianezzi received a life sentence for the murders. Later, at age 80, Pianezzi was pardoned based on innocence.
Date:
between February 5, 1940 and April 20, 1941
Resource Type:
still image
Collection:
Los Angeles Daily News Negatives
Nathan O. Freedman and Dep. Dist. Attorney Arthur Veitch at the Peter Pianezzi murder trials, Los Angeles, 1940s