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The Black Masks Terrorizes Louvaine Household
A Belgian tale recalls the 1818 Black Masks gang in Louvaine. Father Gervaise uncovers the murders of a master and mistress, a maid, and a plan to hang the maid. The gang leader is unmasked as Inlien de Wont, later revealed to be the curate’s nephew, Julian, who is captured with others and executed. The curate later retires from public life, keeping the memory silent.
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Louvaine
Belgium
Gervaise
Julian
Father Gervaise
Inlien de Wont
Ressor
Jilian