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Con Man Soapy Smith is Shot Dead

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Swindling in Skagway: Andy McGrath's Frustration

This chapter explores Soapy Smith's ongoing swindling activities in American cities, particularly on January 31, 1898, in Skagway, Alaska. It captures the era's tensions through the perspective of a laborer named Andy McGrath, showcasing the local dynamics and character interactions amidst Soapy's notorious reputation.

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