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Newspaper

Patoka Register

Location

Patoka, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1928

Page

4

Mystery of the Woman in John Drane’s House

Detective Dick Brennan arrives at the Drane residence amid a murder mystery. Dr Blessington informs Amy Crane that the body upstairs is that of a woman masquerading as John Drane, triggering shock and questions about motive, servant illness, and possible danger to Amy. Simon Judd vows to protect Amy while police investigate.

Drane Dick Brennan Simon Gadd John Dr. Blessington Amy Miss Drane John Drane Simon Judd Bob Carter Josie Judd Mr. Judd Si Mon Judd Dart William Doc Jotn Miss Crane Doe Brennen Westcote John Crane Amy Crane Sion Judd

Detective Brennan Probes Murder at Crane House

Dick Brennan, a seasoned detective, visits the Crane residence after a murder in which an elderly woman is found stabbed. He studies clothing, a hidden cross-dressing history, and the pristine bathroom as he considers motives and suspects. The scene ends with a hint of more to come next week.

Murder at the Drane Place Ends With Shocking Reveal

Amateur detective Simon Judd and undertaker William Dart visit John Drane at his estate. John Drane is found murdered, with maid Josie and Amy Drane among the witnesses. Dr Blessington later reveals that Drane is biologically a woman, a claim he disputes, leaving the truth unsettled.

Simon Judd William ‘Dart Sare John Drane Drane Place Josie Amy Drane Dr. Blessington

Executrix notices for Ed Nattier estate in Marion County

Lulu Nattier executrix of Ed Nattier’s will invites all creditors and claimants to appear at the Marion County Court House Salem on the first Monday in February for claim adjustment. Debtors asked to pay promptly. Dated December 4 1928. John L. Kagy attorney.

State of Man Nattier Ed Nattier Marion Ilinois Motice Marion County Salem Lulu Nattier John L. Kagy

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