
Someday My Prince Will Con: Michael Romanoff
Ridiculous Crime
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The Importance of Publicity
Gurgu Ferguson was an assistant gardener at an estate on the Hudson River. He had his undershirts embroidered with the Romanoff coat of arms. Gurgu spent all his money, except $30, and that's what he used to tip the footman and the chauffeur. After being exposed as a fake, everyone was so charmed by him that no one cared.
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