A cold wind of justice swept through Coolidge, Arizona, as five notorious felons were carted off to the Arizona State Prison in Florence, their freedom and dignity stripped away. The prisoners, including Alvin Self, were led away in chains after a Superior Court hearing before Judge Howard C. Speakman on Monday. Self, convicted of the daring robbery of the Strand Theater on January 11, 1931, was sentenced to a minimum of 10 years and a maximum of 15 years. The collective sentences of the five prisoners aggregated a staggering 49 years. The quartet, including Self, was taken into custody by Sheriff’s deputies under the watchful eye of Sheriff J.R. McFadden.
The robbery of the Strand Theater had sent shockwaves through the community, and the swift justice meted out by the court was seen as a much-needed respite. The case was a testament to the tireless efforts of law enforcement in Coolidge and the unwavering commitment to justice exhibited by the Superior Court. The people of Coolidge could finally rest easy, knowing that the perpetrators of the heinous crime would face the full force of the law.
As the five felons disappeared into the darkness of the prison, the people of Coolidge breathed a collective sigh of relief. The streets were once again safe, and the rule of law had been upheld. The case served as a reminder that justice would always prevail, no matter how dark the night.
Meanwhile, in other news, a fascinating article in the automotive section of our newspaper highlights the vast array of American products used in the manufacture of automobiles. From steel to mohair, the United States is home to the raw materials that make America’s love affair with the automobile possible. With the exception of rubber, which is sourced from abroad, the basic materials used in car production are all American-made.
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Key Facts
- State: Arizona
- Category: Violent Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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