William LeGay reads governor's statement denying reprieve for Bruno Hauptmann

The transcript discusses the governor's decision to grant a reprieve to Bruno Richard Hauptmann, highlighting the constitutional debate over the governor's powers to grant reprieves. The Attorney General advised that 'conviction' referred to the final trial court action, but the governor believed this interpretation limited his reprieve rights. Ultimately, the governor concluded that he could not grant further reprieves beyond 90 days from December 13th, based on his interpretation of the constitutional provision.

What was the main issue discussed regarding the governor's power to grant reprieves?

• The duration of the reprieve period

• The number of reprieves allowed

• The location where the reprieve was granted

• The type of crimes eligible for reprieves

According to the Attorney General, what does the term 'conviction' refer to?

• The initial arrest

• The sentencing date

• The issuance of the warrant

• The final action in the trial court

What was the speaker's concern about the Attorney General's interpretation?

• It would allow multiple reprieves

• It would limit the governor's power of reprieve

• It would extend the governor's power indefinitely

• It would change the trial court's decision

What did the speaker state about their power to grant further reprieves?

• They could grant another reprieve if necessary

• They were without power to grant further reprieves

• They could extend the reprieve period

• They could change the constitutional provision

What was the final decision regarding the reprieve after more than 90 days had elapsed?

• The reprieve was revoked

• No further reprieve could be granted

• The reprieve was extended

• A new reprieve was granted