Word: pallor
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Dates: during 1930-1939
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...grand climax to Mr. Darrow's case came as one of those dramatic and extemporaneous surprises which makes even the smartest criminal lawyer thank his lucky stars. Mrs. Massie, her blonde pallor set off by a black dress, was put on the stand to corroborate her husband's story of her ravishment and its effect upon him. For her it was a harrowing ordeal. Tears streamed down her cheeks. Her low drawling voice frequently broke off into choking sobs. From her Counsel Darrow drew forth many a detail of her husband's affection before turning her over...