A daring heist shook the high society of Wabeno last week, as a priceless necklace belonging to the wealthy widow Mrs. Missioner was stolen in the opera box. The incident occurred when Mrs. Missioner’s necklace broke, scattering diamonds across the floor. In the chaos that followed, Curtis Griswold and Bruxton Sands, two society men vying for Mrs. Missioner’s affection, gathered up the gems. However, Griswold’s haste proved disastrous as he inadvertently crushed a stone, which a Hindu expert later revealed to be a fake. A thorough investigation led detectives to suspect Elinor Holcomb, Mrs. Missioner’s confidential companion, who was subsequently arrested despite her employer’s staunch defense of her innocence.
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Key Facts
- State: Wisconsin
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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