True Detective Stories from the Archives of the Pinkertons (eBook, ePUB) - Moffett, Cleveland
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About midnight on Tuesday, January 25, 1876, five masked men entered the house of John Whittelsey in Northampton, Massachusetts. Mr. Whittelsey was the cashier of the Northampton National Bank, and was known to have in his possession the keys of the bank building and the combination to the bank vault. The five men entered the house noiselessly, with the aid of false keys, previously prepared. Passing up-stairs to the sleeping-apartments, they overpowered seven inmates of the house, gagging and binding them so that resistance or alarm was impossible. These were Mr. Whittelsey and his wife, Mr.…mehr

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About midnight on Tuesday, January 25, 1876, five masked men entered the house of John Whittelsey in Northampton, Massachusetts. Mr. Whittelsey was the cashier of the Northampton National Bank, and was known to have in his possession the keys of the bank building and the combination to the bank vault. The five men entered the house noiselessly, with the aid of false keys, previously prepared. Passing up-stairs to the sleeping-apartments, they overpowered seven inmates of the house, gagging and binding them so that resistance or alarm was impossible. These were Mr. Whittelsey and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Cutler, Miss Mattie White, Miss Benton, and a servant-girl.The bedroom of Mr. and Mrs. Whittelsey was entered by two men who seemed to be leaders of the band. One wore a long linen duster buttoned nearly to the knees, also gloves and overshoes; the other wore a jacket and overalls. Both men had their faces concealed behind masks, and one of them carried a dark-lantern. On entering the room the two men went directly to the bed, one standing on either side, and handcuffed Mr. Whittelsey and his wife. Both carried revolvers. The proceedings were much the same in the other rooms.
Autorenporträt
Cleveland Moffett (1863–1926) was an American journalist, playwright, and author notable for his contributions to mystery and detective fiction, inspired by real-life cases. Best known for 'True Detective Stories from the Archives of the Pinkertons' (1897), Moffett demonstrated an early fascination with the crime genre, weaving tales from the files of the famed Pinkerton National Detective Agency. His works often showcased meticulous attention to detail and a flair for sensationalism, reflecting his background in journalism. Moffett's interest in criminology and the intricacies of detective work lent authenticity to his stories, capturing the public's imagination during an era when detective fiction emerged as a popular form of entertainment. His writing style marries factual events with gripping narrative techniques, thus contributing to the legitimacy and appeal of true crime narratives. Apart from his works on crime, Moffett authored numerous other titles, including 'Through the Wall' (1909), further exemplifying his versatility and adeptness in storytelling. His legacy endures in the realm of detective literature, influencing subsequent generations of crime writers with his investigative zeal and his portrayal of the keen observation and deductive reasoning emblematic of the genre.