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‘Wolf-Whistle’ Trial Opens Monday

September 18, 1955

Describes the murder of Emmitt Till and notes that a trial with an all-white jury was beginning. Also, notes that police officers had not found evidence necessary for conviction.

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Sheriff Challenges KKK Leader Proves Charges of Graft

November 13, 1950

Describes a dispute between Sheriff C.F. Sasser and Grand Dragon ThomasHamilton and briefly notes statements made at a Ku Klux Klan rally

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‘Wolf-Whistle’ Trial Opens Monday

September 18, 1955

Describes the murder of Emmitt Till and notes that a trial with an all-white jury was beginning. Also, notes that police officers had not found evidence necessary for conviction.

Learn More