Word: kidnappingâ
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Dates: during 1932-1932
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There are two major tragedies possible in this Lindbergh kidnapping???one likely, the other almost certain. The first is that it appears quite possible the baby will be permanently lost to the parents. The second and more certain tragedy is that the country is likely to profit little by the experience. The rank sentimental sensationalism of the press apparently leads only toward more drastic penal legislation. The forces of the law apparently cannot catch and convict under present laws. Of what benefit, therefore, would more drastic laws be? If the press would like to crusade on the problem...
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