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2 stories matching handyman

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:han, hangman, hankman, hanlman, hand, haman

  1. The Hypnotic Lothario of Tacoma

    A wealthy widow discovers that her 'handy' boarder was a con man who used alleged hypnotic powers to swindle her and charm local women.

    Sep 12, 1892The Seattle Post-IntelligencerG Street, Tacoma, Pierce CountyScandal

  2. A Child's Accusation Sends a Centralia Handyman Fleeing

    A 14-year-old girl told authorities that H. J. Ogden, the man she had been told to call uncle, had abused her for years; he left town before a warrant could be served.

    Apr 21, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerCentralia, Lewis CountyTrue Crime

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