The Journal of San Diego History
SAN DIEGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY QUARTERLY
Winter 1986, Volume 32, Number 1
Thomas L. Scharf, Editor
Back to the article: John Holt: A Case of Contrasts
John Holt at his desk, July 20, 1932. His talent for courtroom theatrics helped plead his cases. Impeccably dressed, Holt wore a different suit each day in court.
Holt in action, February 10, 1942.
Not many of his peers could match his ability to think quickly on his feet.
Holt demonstrates one of his many courtroom exhibits.
