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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1929
Page
6
Thomas McNitt, 27, died after being struck by two cars in Toledo on March 9. The incident occurred as McNitt was in the roadway, with details of the collision under police investigation.
A sprawling office murder case unfolds as detective McMann questions Ruth and Jack Hayward about Borden’s death. Ruth, Ruth’s confidants, and a web of suspects including Ruth’s friends, a guard, and coworkers are drawn into the investigation. Ruth prays for help as a dream reveals lingering clues and a possible alibi.
A magazine style excerpt traces a letter golf puzzle and a plot thread in Ruth Lester’s pursuit of secrets surrounding the Henry P. Borden murder. Ruth shadows Mrs. Borden, presses for truth about Martha Manning, and schemes an ongoing investigative chase through city streets.
An old advertisement touts McCoy's Tablets as a vitality booster that builds firm flesh, increases energy and vigor, and improves sleep and skin tone. It promises noticeable health improvements within 30 days with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied, available at Clines Pharmacy and drug stores nationwide.
Ruth Lester travels to Minnie Cassidy's grim two room home above a cluttered store. Inside Minnie recalls police case hints while Ruth asks about an orchid letter found in Mr Borden's waste basket, hoping for clues about her missing partner.
Minnie Cassidy recalls a torn note found by Ruth in Borden's desk drawer as Tommy Mc Mann pesters with questions. The scene shows a distraught man reading a letter about a poor lady, while the waste basket is searched for clues.
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