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Max Causey's journal of his experiences on the Ruby trial jury

Object number2002.051.0094
Date02/20/1964
ClassificationsDocuments
Author Max Causey
ObjectNotebook
Credit LineMax Causey Collection/The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
MediumCardboard, Paper, Metal
Dimensions8 15/16 x 5 15/16 in. (22.7 x 15.1 cm)
DescriptionSpiral bound notebook containing a handwritten journal titled "Trial of a Juror" by Max Causey, who served as the foreman of the jury for the Jack Ruby trial. The notebook contains 54 pages. Jury selection for the Ruby trial began in early 1964. The trial itself started on March 4th and Max Causey was the first juror selected. Causey was elected foreman by his peers on March 14th as they began their deliberations. The trial ended on March 14, 1964 when the jury found Jack Ruby guilty of murder with malice.