John L. Lewis, a taxi driver from New York accused of armed robbery, was photographed by Evening Express photographers at his arraignment in Portland on Monday, October 31, 1927.

Officer Thomas T. Conley's arm is draped around Lewis's neck, his hand making a fist on his cheek.

On Saturday, October 29, 1927, Lewis pointed a gun at a woman known as "Miss Elliott" at the Jefferson Theater ticket office, demanding the day's receipts.

The next morning at Temple Lunch, Lewis pulled a gun, but sixteen-year-old Lewis H. Emanuel leaped over the counter and chased him down Temple Street. Despite Lewis firing three shots, Emanuel tackled him. Another taxi driver helped subdue Lewis and take him to the police station.

Emanuel received widespread praise in the local press for his bravery.