Jewel thefts from history inspire modern crime fiction
The article reflects on famous jewel thefts such as Colonel Thomas Blood's failed Crown Jewels raid and how insurance, security, and legends around the Crown Jewels influence detective fiction. It notes Blood's daring, pardon, and later decline, linking Edgar Wallace and Conan Doyle era intrigue to contemporary thrillers.
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Duke of Wellington
London
Albert Museum
Conan Doyle
Edgar Wallace
Stan
Thomas Blood
Crown Jewels
England
Blood
Ireland
Dublin Castle
Netherlands
Dave
Duke of Buckingham
Gare
Medical Goods Illustrated Price List
Specialists in Medical Goods present an illustrated price list featuring home requisites and the latest rupture appliances and abdominal belts. Includes practical items for home care and personal health needs with clear pricing.
Fogbound Melbourne clash over road rules on misty night
A Brighton-bound bus in thick Melbourne fog swerved after a pedestrian appeared on the road. The driver shouted for the pedestrian to get off the road, and the pedestrian retorted to leave the footpath.
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N.S.W
Melbourne
Mothers Know and Mothers Say
A playful verse notes mothers sense approaching winter moths and the need for timely care. It characterizes mothers as hopeful and practical, urging cautious treatment to ward off colds during cold weather.
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