Poison mystery deepens at university autopsy report
Detective Rankin reviews two key reports at headquarters. Howard Merrick, guardian to Jordan, signed the college bond. Autopsy confirms a lethal dose of a poisonous alkaloid from the hemlock plant, injected within hours of death. Report notes the poison, its timing, and incomplete certainty on the exact moment of death. Reporters crowd the office as Rankin plans to reveal new details to the press. The telegram from Vandalia arrives as Warwick learns of the university reply.
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Rankin
Howard Merrick
Tere
Tralph Buckley
Vandalia
Jordan
Hiladelphia
Walter Randall
Chicago
Aberdeen
Olliger
Wilson
Fiji
Fellows
Boyle
the Record
Bledden
Theo Nople
Tie Potson
Connie
Wicever
Mr. Warwick
University
Hunter_ street
Tragedy Quest: Jordan's Dorm Room Clues Surface
Detective Rankin investigates Jordan's death after finding unusual bank checks, secret monthly payouts, and hidden shoe tacks in his dormitory. In the search at Croft Hall, a dorm caretaker describes Randall's quiet behavior and potential risks from careless student pranks. The case widens as Rankin interviews Randall, a frail Aberdeen alumnus seeking a medical leave, amid a fatal fraternity initiation.
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Jordan
Philladelphia Western Bank
Tfs
antsIn
Algne
S. Butardian
Howan Merrick
Rankin
Croft Hall
Pelham Hall
Tiankin
Pipers
Night View
Aberdeen
Jnantbal
Myre Thaimdall
Mater
Moe
Hannibal
Rankins
A Broken Day in School Brings Gentle Break
The narrative describes a morning of arithmetic drills and rigid routines disrupted by a visiting guest in full regalia. Miss Marin adapts by allowing drawing and painting, turning the day into a playful, educational party for the children. A shy student notes the shift: a broken day can refresh a classroom.
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Marta
Peter
Katherine
Alles
Marla
Marin
Marin —Poe
Besslun
Maria
Tiang
Marth
Miss Marin
Clirabelle
Life’s Plan Not Based on Speed
A prose reflection by an American woman writer contrasts the push for speed with slower human progress. It cites earth’s rotation at nine thousand miles per minute and questions the value of chasing speed while life’s meaningful gains come from deliberate, steady improvement. The piece argues life’s measure lies in enduring advances, not rapid motion.
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4 Nores
Seu
Bell Spnileates
WNO
The Weak Brother Seyesterday Chosen For Theft
Community letter urges sympathy for a weak child who has stolen candy at a store and faced peer pressure from stronger classmates. It argues not to blame the victim, to examine the child's health and schooling, and to remove harmful influences while seeking treatment and reassessment of the environment.
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Jimmie
Tie
Stenl
Bell Syndicate
WNU
Mu Beta Sigma Initiation Tragedy At University
Stuart Jordan, a university student, dies within minutes during a Mu Beta Sigma initiation. A physician declares poisoning as the cause. Philadelphia detective Tommy Rankin leads the investigation. Hankin finds the dead student’s shoes marked with thumbtacks. The only known relative is his widow Hoymid Merrick, a St Louis banker, and his reirr.
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Stuart Jordan
Phyaichen
Tommy
Rankin
Philadelphia
Hankin
Ocean encroaching on tight little island
A garbled report notes ocean encroachment near Pelkxstowe and estimates subsidence at about mine units over fifteen years. It cites St Pauls Cathedral sinking three times less than the metropolis and mentions a Westminster seismic or tidal movement affecting under Thames tunnels.
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Pelkxstowe
St. Paul's Cathedral
Westrnster
Montreal Therath
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Stankin
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Deor Iid
J Gnesse
Randall Alge
Jim
Randall
Mike
Emesis
Randalls Chamber
Geronus
OUR
Canada
Detroit
Ambassador
Norton-Premer Hotel
Preston QR Norton
Windsor
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