Dead man walking
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John Thompson was arrested by the New Orleans police department in Los Angeles for carrying an unlicensed gun and for murder of Ray Liuzza. Details regarding the struggle to save John by the two Philadelphian lawyers, J.Gordon Cooney and Michael Banks who finally saved his life are discussed
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2003
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Constitution Center: would you like to buy an original copy of the Bill of Rights? absolutely. then the questions began: who, exactly, was selling it? and where did he get it?
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The offer of buying an original Bill of Rights made in 1789, which was presented to National Constitution Center president and CEO Joseph Torsella is discussed. The sudden appearance of the bill and its owner after so many years gave rise to a case, which is described.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2003
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The great platinum heist
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Bartender Billy Guthrie and bookdealer Thomas Baldwin pulled off the largest heist in Chester County, Pennsylvania history. The duo were partners in stolen platinum and were caught by the FBI after a month-long investigation.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2003
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