In the scorching Nebraska sun of February 1921, a peculiar tale of property swapping emerged in Omaha. Realtor Coml W Mac, operating from the Symes Bldg in Colorado, was advertising a ‘high-class modern home’ for an unheard-of price of $500. The property, situated on a south-facing lot in the city’s best residential district, was touted as a rare opportunity for savvy investors. However, the Omaha Daily Bee revealed that this was not a legitimate sale, but rather a scheme to swindle unsuspecting homeowners.
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Key Facts
- State: Nebraska
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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