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Episode 416: Theodore Durrant "The Demon in the Belfry" Part 2

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Theodore Durant Corded Blanche - Is This Really Just a Slam Dunk Case?

On September 3, 1895, District Attorney William Barnes made the opening statement in the People vs. Durant. He laid out the facts that Theodore Durant corded Blanche was known to have made sexual advances towards her and was witnessed by the entire nation as being with her on the day she died. They told the press that he looked completely unfazed by it all. In particular, he was seen yawning and expressing his quote, obvious indifference while Dr. Bartlett, the medical examiner was detailing the extent of the injuries inflicted upon both women. Wow. That's really. Especially back then to have that kind of thought to like deal with, to know how to deal with the media.

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