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California / Custody Battle #516519

NBC Evening News for Friday, Apr 03, 1981
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(Studio) William Carney's personal problems outlined.
REPORTER: John Chancellor

(Los Angeles, California) California supreme court's reversal of lower court ruling on handicapped's right to custody of children, as in Carney's case examined; background to situation recalled. Films shown. Case's return to court today, attended by William and Ellen Carney, noted. [Judge Kenneth GALE, Senior - announces ruling.] Response to verdict of Carney and attorney Mason Rose cited. [CARNEY - says he's waited too long for ruling.] His later remarks on case concerning sons Eddie and Willie outlined. [CARNEY - notes public response to his victory.]
REPORTER: Meredith Lewis (KNBC newstape)

Reporter(s):
Chancellor, John;
Lewis, Meredith
Duration:
00:01:50

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