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Hearst Case #246169

CBS Evening News for Friday, May 28, 1976
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(Studio) Report on Patricia Hearst and pre-trial hearing.
REPORTER: Walter Cronkite

(Los Angeles, California) Hearst in court with her ex-kidnappers and comrades, William and Emily Harris. She refuses to enter plea to charges. Judge entered "not guilty" plea for her. Hearst takes 5th amendment; refuses to answer questions about her arrest or Los Angeles crime spree. Charges may be dropped if Hearst testifies against Harrises. District Attorney says no deal made.
REPORTER: Harold Dow Artist: Bill Robles

Reporter(s):
Cronkite, Walter;
Dow, Harold
Duration:
00:01:10

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