People v. Snyder

The information in this case charges the respondent with taking indecent and improper liberties with a girl under the age of 14 years.

It is claimed that the offense occurred in the Idea Theater, a moving-picture showhouse, in the city of Grand Rapids. On the trial the respondent, in his defense, attempted to establish his previous good reputation, and produced Mr. Thomas Hefferan as a witness, who testified as follows:

“Direct examination by Mr. Barnard: I am president of the People’s Saving Bank; I am acquainted with Mr. Snyder; I have always considered his reputation as very good; I have…