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Filler October 21, 1932

The Weekly Gazette

East Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut

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In Krisevac, Jugoslavia, a jealous peasant bit off both ears of his young wife due to her beauty attracting other men. He protested his arrest, asserting it was a private matter.

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Bites Wife's Ears

Krisevac, Jugoslavia. — Jealous of her beauty and the attentions paid her by other men, a peasant of this village bit off both ears of his comely young wife. When arrested he was indignant, contending that police had no right to interfere in his private affairs.

What sub-type of article is it?

Crime Note Human Interest

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Jealousy Assault Wife Ears Arrest Peasant Krisevac Jugoslavia

Where did it happen?

Krisevac, Jugoslavia

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Peasant Bites Off Wife's Ears Due To Jealousy

Location

Krisevac, Jugoslavia

Event Details

A peasant in Krisevac, Jugoslavia, jealous of his young wife's beauty and attentions from other men, bit off both her ears. Upon arrest, he was indignant, claiming police had no right to interfere in his private affairs.

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