In the sweltering summer of 1905, a wave of deceit swept through the streets of Pendleton, Oregon. A local merchant, known for his flashy advertisements, was accused of running a grand swindle, deceiving unsuspecting customers with promises of cheap, high-quality clothing. The grand scheme was nothing short of elaborate, with the merchant boasting of ‘the largest and best collection of wearables for men ever shown’ in Pendleton.
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Key Facts
- State: Oregon
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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