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January 21st, 2008 – This Day in History

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1959 — Alfalfa, from “Our Gang,” Shot

1959-This Day in History: Alfalfa, from “Our Gang,” Shot - PIC

Carl Switzer, better known as Alfalfa from the “Our Gang” comedies, is shot and killed in a brawl. Switzer, who became a hunting guide and bartender in Northern California after his acting career fizzled, was shot after an argument over a $50 debt. Authorities ruled the shooting “justifiable homicide.”



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