Kiss Me Nots

Kiss me? Um … More from the vaults of Prof. Alex Taylor: As it appeared in the January 19, 1988 Gainesville Times, the NE Georgia page exhibits the my father discussing the history behind the mob’s “Kiss of Death.” For those not aware, Dad endured his own “examinations” by organized crime while serving in Tampa…… Continue reading Kiss Me Nots

The Elizabeth Short of It

Alex Taylor’s Tuesday continues with the Elizabeth Short cold case from World War II America. Published in the Gainesville Times, January 12, 1988. The weather in Gainesville that day, according to Weather Underground, was likewise cold and blustery by Gainesville norms. Low 21F, high 43F. Brrr! Nothing like a good unsolved mystery to get the…… Continue reading The Elizabeth Short of It

Lawyers …

The scan of this week’s Fractious Lawyers column by crime professor Alex Taylor appears to be below our standards for readability, so I’ve faithfully reproduced it below. It originally appeared in the Gainesville Times January 5, 1988. Enjoy! Those Fractious Lawyers If you ever want to take in one of the best shows in town,…… Continue reading Lawyers …