Mystery of the Missing Forty Thousand in Halliday Heir Tale
Abner Halliday is found gagged and his $40,000 stolen as the story follows his nephew Tom with relatives Bruce and Pe Clare Winton. Detective LeDuc investigates with reports tying Mrs Dace and Richard Mackay to the scheme while Tom contends with love, money, and suspicion.
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Abner Halliday
Tom
Bruce Halliday
Pe Clare Winton
Bruce
William LeDuc
le Duc
Clare
Mackay
LeDuc
Night of danger and secrecy in a bold burglary
A detective guides the narrator through a dangerous night as they plan a covert break in at a window to seize evidence. As the pair descend a fire escape and part, the narrator suspects deeper plots while the detective claims to have secured crucial proof and promises disclosure tomorrow.
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Loos
The Prodigal Investor Walks Toward a Grand Future
The narrator quits his desk job after a note from Mrs. Dace invites a shopping trip. He envisions a life of wealth, travel, and marriage, while pressuring his partner to commit soon. He resigns, bets on a booming stock, and imagines a Europe and Nile filled future, as his broker confirms a strong market outlook.
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Stock Exchange
Arcadia
Origin of Boodle and Sret Slang Terms Named
The origin of boodle is traced to Dutch roots with authorities arguing the link. Sret rose in New York during the Tweed ring exposure and has endured as a uniquely expressive word. It also enjoyed popularity in Jake Sharp era slang and his circle.
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New York
Jake Sharp
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Mustations
Magnus Geer
Earth
Europe
Paris
Spain
Algiers
Mediterranean
Alps
Nile
Cable
Eevee
Richard Mackay
Sweetheart
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