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W. W. Anderson
American attorney (1845–?) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
W. W. "Plughat" Anderson (August 19, 1845—?) was an American attorney. He is best known for representing Alfred Packer in his trial for murder, and for attempting to shoot Harry Heye Tammen and Frederick Gilmer Bonfils of The Denver Post after employee reporter Polly Pry accused his client of cannibalism.
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W. W. Anderson | |
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![]() Anderson's portrait for the Colorado Bar Association | |
Born | August 19, 1845 |
Other names | Plughat |
Alma mater | Bethany College |
Occupation | Attorney |
Known for | Shooting the publishers of The Denver Post |
Spouse | Cornelia E. Van Horn (married 1872–1888) |
Children | 3 |
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