New York, Jan. 10.
Mr. Jack Benny. radio and screen comedian. was indicted today on three charges of smuggling, the result of án alleged purchase of jewels from Albert Cheperau, who was convicted [yesterday on.a similar charge. Prior to the indictment, Mr. Benny appeared before the Federal Grand Jury and denied that he had knowingly violated the laws of the United States.
Albert Chaperau, alleged international smuggler, pleaded guilty here today to indictments charging him with smuggling jewels in conspiracy with Mr. Jack Benny.
Sentence was deferred until after Benny's trial which begins on January 24. The two men are accused of smuggling two diamond clips and a diamond bracelet worth $213L—
United Press.
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