In this episode, we dive into the shocking murder of Alberta Meadows by Clara Phillips, a glamorous showgirl whose jealous rage turned deadly. After killing Alberta with a hammer, Clara staged a sensational escape, fleeing 4,000 miles through Central America before her capture in Honduras. We unravel Clara's troubled marriage, the dramatic courtroom showdown, and the scandalous prison life that followed.
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Clara Phillips won the jury with her smile
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Clara Phillips will leave prison today
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