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Motive Emerges in Gallina Murder Case at Castaway Ranch
In a dialogue heavy excerpt from 1940 Hearst fiction, Lance Gregg challenges detective Allen’s focus on physical clues and pushes for motive behind Walter Gregg’s murder at the Castaway Ranch. Five thousand dollars reportedly left with Walter and Durfee’s financial ties raise questions about embezzlement, hotel bills, and a possible cash compromise amid tensions over a boundary dispute and Durfee’s strained relation with Walter and Pauline.
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Lance Gregg
Allen
Pacific Ocean
Mr. Durfee
Mr. Gregg
Lance
Harry Craven
Gregg
Craven
Gallina Dam
Walter Gregg
Worth Durfee
Miss Gregg
Martha
Ace
Deuce
Nathan
Walter
Issa
Kobe
Dillon
Issu
Gallina
Durfee
Pauline
Estelle