In Munich, capital of Bavaria, was held the "little Hitler trial," at which the lesser followers of "Ludy" and Hitler were tried for their share in the "beerhall brawl" (TIME, Nov. 19, March 3, 24, April 17).
During the proceedings a Hitlerite was asked to explain certain of his actions. Replied he: "In carrying out orders I felt entirely like a soldier, and therefore did no thinking whatever."
Herr Kohl, lawyer who defended General Ludendorff, declared it would be outrageous if the minor Hitlerites were punished while the leaders got off practically unpunished.
The proceedings were continued.
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