In Which an Old Crime Again Comes to Light
Rogers, the chief of the Central office, asks Bartley to reexamine the Circle Lake robbery case. Hubert Slyke, a Wall Street broker turned recluse, faces fresh scrutiny as pardons loom amid questions about the crime and possible innocence of two jailed men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bartley
Gramercy Square
Bartley
Secret Service
New York
Maine
Rance
John
Pett
Rogers
Asvai
Bartier
Rangers
Kes
New England
Central Office
Circle Lake
Circle
Saratoga
Hubert Styke
Bartey
Pelt
Wall Street
Dilly
Slyke
Ested Hartley
Styke
Mystery on Mystery in a Crime Riddle Tale
Bartley the criminologist investigates two convicts jailed for a failed burglary at Robert Blyke’s home. Blyke is later murdered and Briffeur the chauffeur is stabbed at the inquest. Charisse J. Dutton debuts with a complex puzzle echoing her earlier work.
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Bartley
Robert Blyke
Blyke
Briffeur
Charisse J. Dutton
Restaged old crime fascinates student of literature
A fragment notes that to a student of criminal literature the finding of an old crime restaged is interesting. The writer expresses intention to look into it further.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ike Te Fook
Freedom from Laxatives Promoted as Natural Health Aid
An advertisement extols Najol as a non laxative, non medicine, a natural lubricant easing constipation without gripe. It touts medical endorsement and notes Najol is used in hospitals, while contrasting laxatives that cause permanent injury. It also mentions a Mont Blanc tunnel project and comparisons to historic tunnel builds.
Cuticura Soap Ointment and Talcum Promotion Ad
A vintage advertisement touts Cuticura for sore hands with steps to soak dry and apply ointment, plus using all three products for toilet purposes. The text mocks a quote about someone trying the "Qone method" and jokes about habit improvement and playgrounds lacking day care, ending with a wry fortune comment.
Rravaged Rvvasians and Hungry Stranger Exchange
Fragmentary excerpt describes starving Rvvasians compared to a starving man who asks for money to buy food. An elderly victim questions work, while another speaker claims hunger drives willingness to work. Published in a San Francisco Argonaut clipping.
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Ravaliel
San Francisco
Charming New Color Tone to Old Sweaters
A fragmented column covers dyes and tints, a humorous note on “The Turk and His Taxes” with satirical tax jabs, and a string of quotes recalling Jack London and Henry Ford. It threads fashion, taxation, and business banter in a lively, period voice.
Talker who tells everything has a useful side
The speaker notes a person who reveals all he knows can be handy. He admits to spreading rumors and relying on the confidant, then watching events unfold as plans develop. The dialogue hints at manipulation and strategic use of information.
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Bartley
Roche
Obscure Chronicle Hints at Ancient Drought Legends
Fragmentary notes from Athory Surrey England reference creeping legends and dumtty peets tied to King John. The text mentions a drought timing exhaustion of springs, hinting at a historical climate event and local lore surrounding royal authority.
Tearhor Prince Mystery Quips From Lendon Mai
Quip by Lendon Mai hints at a riddle about Tiar prince ancestry with a playful jab referencing Old King Cole and a character Intrepid Bey. The remark frames a whimsical dialogue about lineage in a light literary tone.
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Tiar
Cole
Lendon Mai
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Putnam
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