Mystery of the Month
What Is Your Guess?
Case One
A patriot travels on a small horse to a faraway village. Upon arriving, he places part of a nearby bird into his clothing. He then appears quite confused by pronouncing to all within earshot that he has in his possession some Italian pasta.
The Mystery
Who is the patriot and what is the Italian pasta?
-
Clues
- He is visiting a city on the East Coast.
- Most people learn about him even before they enter school.
- He was popular during the forming of our nation.
- His name identifies him as a "Northerner."
- His story is continually repeated in song.
Case Two
A woman is a contract killer. Strangely enough the police are not interested in arresting her. She is always invited into the very homes where her murders are scheduled to take place. Her work is conducted in front of witnesses and no one even tries to stop her from killing.
The Mystery
Who is this woman and how does she kill her victims?
-
Clues
- The woman never uses a gun to kill.
- Anyone can identify her by her work dress.
- After a year on the job, she's likely killed thousands, maybe even millions.
- She usually has to wear a mask when she's working.
- She often makes repeat visits to the same house.
Be sure to check the November 2008 edition of the Tea Times for the answers
Answers to September Mysteries:
Case One: The man is Moses and the place is Mount Sinai.
Case Two: The man is the Gingerbread man who was eaten by a fox.
Back To Top ‹ Previous Article | Next Article ›
