October 29, 1929 – Washington D.C. – In a shocking turn of events, two Times reporters now face a daunting choice: betray their professionalism or risk a stint in the slammer. The case centers around their refusal to reveal sensitive information about a recent exposé on the Prohibition era. The reporters, who had promised to shield the identities of those involved, are now being ordered by a grand jury to spill the beans.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: Organized Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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