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Photograph was edited for publication purposes. Photograph caption dated May 22, 1959 reads, "Johnny Sicker, 20, of 9739 Telfair Ave., Pacoima, tells deputies how he was followed by a man believed to be Elmer B. Simrell, 47, alleged penman of threatening letters to 10 Los Angeles court officials. With him is Simrell's daughter, Sue, 16."
Fathers and daughters Threats of violence Criminal investigation Suspicion Young women Teenagers Men Dwellings Sun Valley (Los Angeles, Calif.) Portrait photographs Group portraits
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