The streets of Brownsville, Texas, were abuzz with excitement on a chilly December 3, 1934, as the Valley Fair drew in a crowd eager to test their luck. But amidst the laughter and chatter, a sly and cunning operator had set up shop, preying on unsuspecting patrons with the classic shell game.
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Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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