DailyTimeCapsule brief
April 15, 1964
On April 15, 1964, a significant legal development occurred as the conspiracy count against attorney Roy Cohn was voided, leading to the case being sent to the jury for consideration the following day. Cohn, who was known for his controversial role as a prosecutor during the McCarthy hearings, faced serious allegations that could impact his legal career. Meanwhile, Brazil prepared to reveal a detailed account of a plot orchestrated by leftist factions aiming to gain power under President João Goulart. The political landscape in Brazil was tense, with fears of communist influences rising amidst the Cold War dynamics. In the United States, Barry Goldwater garnered notable attention in the political realm, winning the Illinois primary with 27% of the vote, substantially increasing his visibility as a major contender for the Republican presidential nomination against the backdrop of a divided party and a nation grappling with civil rights issues and the Vietnam War's implications.
Key developments
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The legal proceedings surrounding the Cohn conspiracy case reached a pivotal moment as the conspiracy count was voided, paving the way for the case to be presented to the jury. Testimonies from Gottesman and two SEC aides revealed that efforts to indict several key individuals, including Garfield, had been stymied by higher-ups Robson and Glass. This dire confrontation of perspectives raises serious questions about the influence and accountability of regulatory authorities in high-stakes financial investigations.
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BRAZIL TO DETAIL PLOT BY LEFTISTS; Will Offer Proof of Plan to Win Power Under Goulart
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Goldwater Wins in Illinois; 27% Vote for Mrs. Smith
