Evening Huronite in Huron, South Dakota

Handsome Harry Borden Murder Suspects Exposed

The promoter known as Handsome Harry Borden is shot Saturday afternoon and found Monday in his office a web of suspects includes Ruth Lester his secretary, Rita Dubois the dancer, Jack Hayward his fiancée, and Benny Smith the office boy. Police pursue leads from forged checks, blackmailer letters, and rival creditors while Ruth aids Detective McMann in sifting through Borden’s letters and cancelled checks for clues.