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Paul Coates

March 20, 1958 Barbara Ridley is 25. She’s the mother of four sons, ages 6, 4, 3 and 1. She’s also part of the unpleasant headlines you’ve been reading this week. She’s the wife of 36-year-old James Vernon Ridley, who … Continue reading

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Cop molests girl

  June 6, 1957 Los Angeles Former vice squad Detective Sgt. Philip Barnes was convicted of molesting a 13-year-old girl, according to The Times. Barnes, of 3811 W. Avenue 41, presented an unusual challenge to prosecutors. Because he waived his … Continue reading

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