Mystery of the Month
What Is Your Guess?
Case One
One man's image has inspired many people to write songs, stories and poems. He has even compelled some to travel great distances to visit him. For as long as anyone can remember, individuals around the world have seen him on a regular basis. However, he only shows his face from a distance; when people are able to reach him, he disappears.
The Mystery
Who is the man and which of his features are people able to see?
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Clues
- He is surrounded by stars, but he's not an actor.
- Ancient Greeks believed he was a woman.
- Farmers, fisherman and hunters look to him for advice.
- He appears ageless and timeless.
- He shows himself when it gets dark out.
Case Two
A talented entertainer gathers several of his friends and his glamorous girlfriend together to make a major motion picture. In it, he performs a new song about a colorful object in the sky, which becomes an instant national hit. The star is more famous than ever before, but never receives a penny of the millions in proceeds.
The Mystery
Who is the star and who is his girlfriend?
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Clues
- The year is 1979.
- The song is considered dreamy.
- The star hosted a weekly TV show with celebrity guests.
- The star's girlfriend wears a blond wig.
- The star's favorite color is green.

Be sure to check the December 2008 edition of the Tea Times for the answers
Answers to October Mysteries:
Case One: The patriot is Yankee Doodle Dandy and the pasta is macaroni.
Case Two: The woman is a professional exterminator. She poisons her victims.
