Chaplin's Home Studios Seized: Millions Tied Up
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Date
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January 13, 1927
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Description
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In preparation for the divorce trial of Lita Grey Chaplin, a significant portion of the estimated $16,000,000 wealth that Charles Chaplin amassed with the use of a trick cane, a derby hat, floppy pants, and oversized shoes was in the hands of receivers tonight.
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Scholarly Significance
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The law at issue is the judicial proceeding act, which was hastily passed through Parliament during the previous session. It covers divorce cases' specifics, including the parties' names and addresses, a brief statement of the charges and the defense's countercharges, arguments on legal points, and the judge's summary.
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Cataloguer
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Mikako Maeda
