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What were the main crops on Mr. Clutter's farm?
What were the main crops on Mr. Clutter's farm?
- Potato, carrot, beet
- Wheat, milo seed, certified grass seed (correct)
- Corn, soybean, rice
- Barley, oats, rye
How many acres did Mr. Clutter's domain consist of after a decade?
How many acres did Mr. Clutter's domain consist of after a decade?
- Over eight hundred acres owned outright and three thousand more worked on a rental basis (correct)
- Over a thousand acres owned outright and five hundred more worked on a rental basis
- Over two thousand acres owned outright and four thousand more worked on a rental basis
- Over five hundred acres owned outright and two thousand more worked on a rental basis
What animals were especially important on the farm?
What animals were especially important on the farm?
- Ducks and turkeys
- Pigs and chickens
- Sheep and cattle (correct)
- Goats and horses
What was the family favorite animal on the farm?
What was the family favorite animal on the farm?
What is the local accent in Holcomb characterized by?
What is the local accent in Holcomb characterized by?
What are the men in Holcomb often seen wearing?
What are the men in Holcomb often seen wearing?
What is the topography of the countryside like in Holcomb?
What is the topography of the countryside like in Holcomb?
What is the main-line track that divides the buildings in Holcomb?
What is the main-line track that divides the buildings in Holcomb?
What was the resale value of Mr. Clutter's house built in 1948 for $40,000?
What was the resale value of Mr. Clutter's house built in 1948 for $40,000?
Who were the primary cooks in the Clutter household?
Who were the primary cooks in the Clutter household?
What was Mr. Clutter known for opposing within his family and employees at River Valley Farm?
What was Mr. Clutter known for opposing within his family and employees at River Valley Farm?
Which church was Mr. Clutter a member of?
Which church was Mr. Clutter a member of?
What was the size of the congregation at Garden City’s First Methodist Church?
What was the size of the congregation at Garden City’s First Methodist Church?
What was Mr. Clutter known for within his employees at River Valley Farm?
What was Mr. Clutter known for within his employees at River Valley Farm?
What did Mr. Clutter enjoy doing while examining the morning?
What did Mr. Clutter enjoy doing while examining the morning?
What did River Valley Farm encompass in Finney County?
What did River Valley Farm encompass in Finney County?
Why did Mr. Clutter resign from his position as county agent?
Why did Mr. Clutter resign from his position as county agent?
What expertise qualified Mr. Clutter to serve as a middleman between the government and despondent farm ranchers?
What expertise qualified Mr. Clutter to serve as a middleman between the government and despondent farm ranchers?
What was the initial reaction of Finney County conservatives to Mr. Clutter's endeavor of creating River Valley Farm?
What was the initial reaction of Finney County conservatives to Mr. Clutter's endeavor of creating River Valley Farm?
What was the HOLCOMB BANK building converted into?
What was the HOLCOMB BANK building converted into?
What is the primary occupation of the majority of Holcomb's inhabitants?
What is the primary occupation of the majority of Holcomb's inhabitants?
What is the average annual precipitation in western Kansas?
What is the average annual precipitation in western Kansas?
What natural resource has contributed to the prosperity of farm ranchers in Finney County?
What natural resource has contributed to the prosperity of farm ranchers in Finney County?
What was the occupation of Herbert William Clutter, the master of River Valley Farm?
What was the occupation of Herbert William Clutter, the master of River Valley Farm?
What was the name of the church for which Herbert William Clutter headed the building committee?
What was the name of the church for which Herbert William Clutter headed the building committee?
How many children did Herbert William Clutter have?
How many children did Herbert William Clutter have?
What was the occupation of Bonnie Fox, Herbert William Clutter's wife?
What was the occupation of Bonnie Fox, Herbert William Clutter's wife?
Where did Herbert William Clutter's eldest daughter, Eveanna, live?
Where did Herbert William Clutter's eldest daughter, Eveanna, live?
What was the primary source of income for the farm ranchers in Finney County?
What was the primary source of income for the farm ranchers in Finney County?
What was the primary source of income for the farm ranchers in Finney County?
What was the primary source of income for the farm ranchers in Finney County?
What was the primary source of income for the farm ranchers in Finney County?
What was the primary source of income for the farm ranchers in Finney County?
What was the former occupation of one of the two apartment houses in Holcomb?
What was the former occupation of one of the two apartment houses in Holcomb?
How many filling stations are there in Holcomb?
How many filling stations are there in Holcomb?
What was the occupation of Herbert William Clutter?
What was the occupation of Herbert William Clutter?
How many children did Mr. Clutter have?
How many children did Mr. Clutter have?
What was the impact of the Clutter family's murder on the town of Holcomb?
What was the impact of the Clutter family's murder on the town of Holcomb?
What was the occupation of Mr. Clutter during the Eisenhower administration?
What was the occupation of Mr. Clutter during the Eisenhower administration?
What was the majority of Holcomb’s homes like?
What was the majority of Holcomb’s homes like?
What was the name of Mr. Clutter's daughter who lived in northern Illinois?
What was the name of Mr. Clutter's daughter who lived in northern Illinois?
What was the size of the student population at the Holcomb School?
What was the size of the student population at the Holcomb School?
What were the ranchers in Finney County known for?
What were the ranchers in Finney County known for?
What was the former occupation of the other apartment house in Holcomb?
What was the former occupation of the other apartment house in Holcomb?
What facilities does Holcomb have?
What facilities does Holcomb have?
What is the local accent in Holcomb characterized by?
What is the local accent in Holcomb characterized by?
What can be seen from great distances in the countryside?
What can be seen from great distances in the countryside?
What are the streets of Holcomb like after rain or snowfalls thaw?
What are the streets of Holcomb like after rain or snowfalls thaw?
What is the condition of the old stucco structure in Holcomb?
What is the condition of the old stucco structure in Holcomb?
Who is studying to be a nurse in Kansas City?
Who is studying to be a nurse in Kansas City?
Who is the town darling?
Who is the town darling?
Where does Mrs. Clutter occupy a room for occupancy?
Where does Mrs. Clutter occupy a room for occupancy?
What is Mr. Clutter's concern about his wife's health?
What is Mr. Clutter's concern about his wife's health?
What caused Mr. Clutter to have a late start to his day on November 14, 1959?
What caused Mr. Clutter to have a late start to his day on November 14, 1959?
Who is engaged to a biology student?
Who is engaged to a biology student?
Where is Beverly studying to be a nurse?
Where is Beverly studying to be a nurse?
Who is still living at home?
Who is still living at home?
Who returns home late after attending a 'Spook Show'?
Who returns home late after attending a 'Spook Show'?
What is the reason for Mr. Clutter's delayed morning routine?
What is the reason for Mr. Clutter's delayed morning routine?
What is Mrs. Clutter's health issue related to?
What is Mrs. Clutter's health issue related to?
Where does Mrs. Clutter sleep?
Where does Mrs. Clutter sleep?
What was the resale value of Mr. Clutter's house?
What was the resale value of Mr. Clutter's house?
Who were the primary cooks in Mr. Clutter's household?
Who were the primary cooks in Mr. Clutter's household?
What was Mr. Clutter known for opposing?
What was Mr. Clutter known for opposing?
Which church was Mr. Clutter a member of?
Which church was Mr. Clutter a member of?
What was the size of the congregation at Mr. Clutter's church?
What was the size of the congregation at Mr. Clutter's church?
What was Mr. Clutter known for as an employer?
What was Mr. Clutter known for as an employer?
What did Mr. Clutter enjoy doing while examining the morning?
What did Mr. Clutter enjoy doing while examining the morning?
Where did Mr. Clutter create River Valley Farm?
Where did Mr. Clutter create River Valley Farm?
Why did Mr. Clutter resign from his position as county agent?
Why did Mr. Clutter resign from his position as county agent?
What was Mr. Clutter qualified to do due to his expertise?
What was Mr. Clutter qualified to do due to his expertise?
What was the initial reaction to Mr. Clutter's endeavor of creating River Valley Farm?
What was the initial reaction to Mr. Clutter's endeavor of creating River Valley Farm?
What was Nancy known for as a skilled individual?
What was Nancy known for as a skilled individual?
What was the community's perception of Nancy's capabilities?
What was the community's perception of Nancy's capabilities?
What was the talent that gave support to all of Nancy's other traits?
What was the talent that gave support to all of Nancy's other traits?
What was Nancy's attitude towards teaching younger girls?
What was Nancy's attitude towards teaching younger girls?
What did the young mother experience after each confinement?
What did the young mother experience after each confinement?
When did the pattern of postnatal depression repeat itself for the young mother?
When did the pattern of postnatal depression repeat itself for the young mother?
What characterized the years between the births of Beverly and Nancy?
What characterized the years between the births of Beverly and Nancy?
What did the young mother experience even on the best of the good days?
What did the young mother experience even on the best of the good days?
What does Mrs. Clutter worry about in regards to Jolene's happiness?
What does Mrs. Clutter worry about in regards to Jolene's happiness?
What is Mrs. Clutter's main regret regarding her education?
What is Mrs. Clutter's main regret regarding her education?
What is the reason for Mrs. Clutter's loneliness?
What is the reason for Mrs. Clutter's loneliness?
What does Mrs. Clutter share with Jolene about her childhood?
What does Mrs. Clutter share with Jolene about her childhood?
What does Jolene find in Mrs. Clutter that arouses protective compassion in her?
What does Jolene find in Mrs. Clutter that arouses protective compassion in her?
What is Mrs. Clutter's husband's stance on her coffee consumption?
What is Mrs. Clutter's husband's stance on her coffee consumption?
What profession did Mrs. Clutter once aspire to?
What profession did Mrs. Clutter once aspire to?
What is the primary activity that Nancy is busy with, leaving Jolene with Mrs. Clutter?
What is the primary activity that Nancy is busy with, leaving Jolene with Mrs. Clutter?
What does Jolene express her desire to do every day?
What does Jolene express her desire to do every day?
What is the main reason for Jolene's protective feelings towards Mrs. Clutter?
What is the main reason for Jolene's protective feelings towards Mrs. Clutter?
What does Mrs. Clutter share with Jolene about her marriage?
What does Mrs. Clutter share with Jolene about her marriage?
What does Nancy do with her protegee, Jolene?
What does Nancy do with her protegee, Jolene?
What does Nancy seek her father's help for?
What does Nancy seek her father's help for?
What does Nancy value among the following?
What does Nancy value among the following?
Who questions Nancy about holding hands with Jerry Roth?
Who questions Nancy about holding hands with Jerry Roth?
Where does Nancy plan to attend as an art student and roommates with Susan?
Where does Nancy plan to attend as an art student and roommates with Susan?
What does Nancy feel tongue-tied about?
What does Nancy feel tongue-tied about?
Who does Nancy discuss her troubled relationship with?
Who does Nancy discuss her troubled relationship with?
What is Susan's situation in relation to having a father figure?
What is Susan's situation in relation to having a father figure?
What is Nancy uncertain about in relation to her father's behavior?
What is Nancy uncertain about in relation to her father's behavior?
What does the text portray Nancy's struggle with?
What does the text portray Nancy's struggle with?
What does Nancy feel conflicted about?
What does Nancy feel conflicted about?
Who is Nancy's confidante?
Who is Nancy's confidante?
What does Nancy wish to make her father understand?
What does Nancy wish to make her father understand?
What is Perry trying to improve for Dick?
What is Perry trying to improve for Dick?
What is Perry's distinguishing feature?
What is Perry's distinguishing feature?
What is the reason for Nancy feeling like she's losing her mind?
What is the reason for Nancy feeling like she's losing her mind?
What is Dick's occupation?
What is Dick's occupation?
What are Dick and Perry planning to do?
What are Dick and Perry planning to do?
What is the book from which the excerpt is taken?
What is the book from which the excerpt is taken?
What is Susan worried about?
What is Susan worried about?
What did Perry bring along with a guitar?
What did Perry bring along with a guitar?
What is the reason for Susan and Nancy being apart?
What is the reason for Susan and Nancy being apart?
What have Dick and Perry lied about?
What have Dick and Perry lied about?
What is Nancy's emotional state?
What is Nancy's emotional state?
What are Dick and Perry planning to do to gain access to a house?
What are Dick and Perry planning to do to gain access to a house?
Who is studying to be a nurse in Kansas City?
Who is studying to be a nurse in Kansas City?
Who is the town darling?
Who is the town darling?
What does Mr. Clutter disapprove of regarding Nancy?
What does Mr. Clutter disapprove of regarding Nancy?
What has been Mrs. Clutter's health issue for the last six years?
What has been Mrs. Clutter's health issue for the last six years?
Why is Mr. Clutter relieved after Mrs. Clutter's return from Wichita?
Why is Mr. Clutter relieved after Mrs. Clutter's return from Wichita?
Where does Mrs. Clutter stay after returning from treatment in Wichita?
Where does Mrs. Clutter stay after returning from treatment in Wichita?
What did Nancy do on the evening before November 14, 1959, that caused concern for Mr. Clutter?
What did Nancy do on the evening before November 14, 1959, that caused concern for Mr. Clutter?
Where does Mrs. Clutter sleep?
Where does Mrs. Clutter sleep?
What is Kenyon's relationship to Nancy?
What is Kenyon's relationship to Nancy?
What is the main cause of Mr. Clutter's late start on November 14, 1959?
What is the main cause of Mr. Clutter's late start on November 14, 1959?
Where is Beverly studying to be a nurse?
Where is Beverly studying to be a nurse?
What is Kenyon's gender?
What is Kenyon's gender?
What is the primary reason for Dick's tattoos?
What is the primary reason for Dick's tattoos?
How did Dick's appearance change when he was fully clothed?
How did Dick's appearance change when he was fully clothed?
What was the reason for Dick and Carol's separation?
What was the reason for Dick and Carol's separation?
What was the significance of the tattoo on Dick's hand?
What was the significance of the tattoo on Dick's hand?
What was the primary source of income from the rabbit roundups conducted by Kenyon and his friend?
What was the primary source of income from the rabbit roundups conducted by Kenyon and his friend?
What was the main reason for the change in the relationship between Kenyon and his friend Bob?
What was the main reason for the change in the relationship between Kenyon and his friend Bob?
What was the significance of the 'rabbit factory' mentioned in the text?
What was the significance of the 'rabbit factory' mentioned in the text?
What was the most enjoyable part of the hunting hikes for Kenyon and Bob?
What was the most enjoyable part of the hunting hikes for Kenyon and Bob?
What does Perry consider buying for disguise during the shopping trip in Emporia, Kansas?
What does Perry consider buying for disguise during the shopping trip in Emporia, Kansas?
What item do Perry and Dick buy for the murders they plan?
What item do Perry and Dick buy for the murders they plan?
What is Kenyon building for his fiancée, Beverly?
What is Kenyon building for his fiancée, Beverly?
What is Kenyon's den a place for?
What is Kenyon's den a place for?
What do Kenyon and Bob enjoy racing with their truck, the Coyote Wagon?
What do Kenyon and Bob enjoy racing with their truck, the Coyote Wagon?
What is the Sand Hills near River Valley Farm described as?
What is the Sand Hills near River Valley Farm described as?
What do Kenyon and Bob attempt to outrace in the moonlit evenings?
What do Kenyon and Bob attempt to outrace in the moonlit evenings?
What is described as creating thrilling experiences for the boys?
What is described as creating thrilling experiences for the boys?
What is Perry's personality trait that sets him apart but also limits his relationships?
What is Perry's personality trait that sets him apart but also limits his relationships?
What is the primary purpose of the black Chevrolet's trip to Emporia, Kansas?
What is the primary purpose of the black Chevrolet's trip to Emporia, Kansas?
What is Kenyon's physical appearance and his friendship with Bob Jones described as?
What is Kenyon's physical appearance and his friendship with Bob Jones described as?
What does Dick dismiss the need for, emphasizing the plan's flawlessness?
What does Dick dismiss the need for, emphasizing the plan's flawlessness?
What is the reason for Perry becoming an aspirin addict?
What is the reason for Perry becoming an aspirin addict?
What is the primary reason for Dick's facial disfigurement?
What is the primary reason for Dick's facial disfigurement?
What is the significance of Perry's tattoos?
What is the significance of Perry's tattoos?
What is the distance between Olathe and Holcomb?
What is the distance between Olathe and Holcomb?
What is the primary feature of Garden City's historical development?
What is the primary feature of Garden City's historical development?
What role did Buffalo Jones play in Garden City's expansion?
What role did Buffalo Jones play in Garden City's expansion?
What are some of the amenities boasted about by the citizens of Garden City?
What are some of the amenities boasted about by the citizens of Garden City?
What are the primary characteristics of Garden City?
What are the primary characteristics of Garden City?
What are the significant features of the town of Holcomb?
What are the significant features of the town of Holcomb?
What is the perception of Garden City by travelers?
What is the perception of Garden City by travelers?
What is the historical significance of Garden City's souvenirs?
What is the historical significance of Garden City's souvenirs?
What do Dick and Perry plan to deceive someone for?
What do Dick and Perry plan to deceive someone for?
What does Perry have under his left eye?
What does Perry have under his left eye?
What is Dick's occupation?
What is Dick's occupation?
What is Perry trying to improve for Dick?
What is Perry trying to improve for Dick?
What is the main item Perry brings along with a guitar for the crime?
What is the main item Perry brings along with a guitar for the crime?
What is Nancy worried about?
What is Nancy worried about?
Why have Perry's family and Dick's family disapproved of their association?
Why have Perry's family and Dick's family disapproved of their association?
What is the excerpt from?
What is the excerpt from?
What does Nancy mention feeling like?
What does Nancy mention feeling like?
What are Dick and Perry planning?
What are Dick and Perry planning?
What has Susan done that caused her and Nancy to be apart?
What has Susan done that caused her and Nancy to be apart?
What does Perry bring along with a guitar for the crime?
What does Perry bring along with a guitar for the crime?
What is the significant factor influencing class status in Garden City?
What is the significant factor influencing class status in Garden City?
What was Mr. Clutter's political affiliation?
What was Mr. Clutter's political affiliation?
What was the aim of the Finney County 4-H Club, of which Mr. Clutter was chairman?
What was the aim of the Finney County 4-H Club, of which Mr. Clutter was chairman?
What did Mrs. Ashida consider doing for better opportunities?
What did Mrs. Ashida consider doing for better opportunities?
What did Mrs. Ashida ask Mr. Clutter's opinion about as a Christmas gift for her husband?
What did Mrs. Ashida ask Mr. Clutter's opinion about as a Christmas gift for her husband?
What did Mrs. Ashida ask Mr. Clutter not to do at the Achievement Banquet?
What did Mrs. Ashida ask Mr. Clutter not to do at the Achievement Banquet?
What quality of Mr. Clutter was recognized by the community?
What quality of Mr. Clutter was recognized by the community?
What was Mrs. Ashida's reaction to Mr. Clutter's opinion about her Christmas gift idea?
What was Mrs. Ashida's reaction to Mr. Clutter's opinion about her Christmas gift idea?
What was the predominant political affiliation of the elite in Finney County?
What was the predominant political affiliation of the elite in Finney County?
What did Mr. Clutter prefer to do with his time instead of socializing with the local patricians?
What did Mr. Clutter prefer to do with his time instead of socializing with the local patricians?
What did Garden City residents deny, despite clear observations of it?
What did Garden City residents deny, despite clear observations of it?
What did Mrs. Ashida express despite considering leaving for better opportunities?
What did Mrs. Ashida express despite considering leaving for better opportunities?
What was the primary factor influencing class status in Garden City?
What was the primary factor influencing class status in Garden City?
Who were the elite in Finney County predominantly associated with?
Who were the elite in Finney County predominantly associated with?
What was the aim of the Finney County 4-H Club?
What was the aim of the Finney County 4-H Club?
What did Mrs. Ashida seek Mr. Clutter's opinion about as a Christmas gift for her husband?
What did Mrs. Ashida seek Mr. Clutter's opinion about as a Christmas gift for her husband?
What did Mrs. Ashida ask Mr. Clutter not to do at the Achievement Banquet?
What did Mrs. Ashida ask Mr. Clutter not to do at the Achievement Banquet?
What did Mrs. Ashida admire Mr. Clutter for?
What did Mrs. Ashida admire Mr. Clutter for?
What did residents of Garden City deny, despite clear observations?
What did residents of Garden City deny, despite clear observations?
What was Mr. Clutter's preferred type of activities?
What was Mr. Clutter's preferred type of activities?
What did Mrs. Ashida express despite considering leaving for better opportunities?
What did Mrs. Ashida express despite considering leaving for better opportunities?
What did Mrs. Clutter worry about in regards to Jolene's happiness?
What did Mrs. Clutter worry about in regards to Jolene's happiness?
What was Mr. Clutter's reaction to Mrs. Ashida's idea about her husband's Christmas gift?
What was Mr. Clutter's reaction to Mrs. Ashida's idea about her husband's Christmas gift?
What was the condition of Nancy's body when the sheriff found her in her room?
What was the condition of Nancy's body when the sheriff found her in her room?
What did the sheriff do after seeing Nancy's condition in her room?
What did the sheriff do after seeing Nancy's condition in her room?
What did the sheriff notice about the phone in the kitchen?
What did the sheriff notice about the phone in the kitchen?
What was the sheriff's demeanor as he ascended the stairs to Nancy's room?
What was the sheriff's demeanor as he ascended the stairs to Nancy's room?
What was the value of the check Mr. Johnson had in his pocket?
What was the value of the check Mr. Johnson had in his pocket?
Who did Mr. Johnson call for advice about the delicate situation he was in?
Who did Mr. Johnson call for advice about the delicate situation he was in?
What did Mr. Johnson have in his pocket that made the situation a delicate matter?
What did Mr. Johnson have in his pocket that made the situation a delicate matter?
Who were the two persons who benefited from the honorable attitude of Mr. Johnson's company?
Who were the two persons who benefited from the honorable attitude of Mr. Johnson's company?
Who was found tied with her hands in front, shot in the head, and wearing jewelry, a robe, and a nightgown?
Who was found tied with her hands in front, shot in the head, and wearing jewelry, a robe, and a nightgown?
Where was Mr. Clutter found?
Where was Mr. Clutter found?
Who was found tied up and shot in the face in the basement?
Who was found tied up and shot in the face in the basement?
What was used to tie Nancy Clutter's ankles?
What was used to tie Nancy Clutter's ankles?
What did the sheriff and team find puzzling about the crime scene?
What did the sheriff and team find puzzling about the crime scene?
What was found in the furnace room with Mr. Clutter?
What was found in the furnace room with Mr. Clutter?
What was used to tie Kenyon in the basement?
What was used to tie Kenyon in the basement?
What did the undersheriff find puzzling about the state of the bodies?
What did the undersheriff find puzzling about the state of the bodies?
What was found tied with intricate cord and gagged in the basement?
What was found tied with intricate cord and gagged in the basement?
What was missing from the house after the crime?
What was missing from the house after the crime?
What was the condition of Nancy Clutter's body when she was found in her room?
What was the condition of Nancy Clutter's body when she was found in her room?
What did the sheriff and team notice about the lack of struggle at the crime scene?
What did the sheriff and team notice about the lack of struggle at the crime scene?
What is Mrs. Clare's reaction when she hears about the Clutters being shot?
What is Mrs. Clare's reaction when she hears about the Clutters being shot?
Where does the community gather to discuss the Clutter murders?
Where does the community gather to discuss the Clutter murders?
What is the community's belief about the motive behind the Clutter murders?
What is the community's belief about the motive behind the Clutter murders?
How does Mrs. Clare's demeanor change after the Clutter murders?
How does Mrs. Clare's demeanor change after the Clutter murders?
What is the general reaction of the community to the brutal murders?
What is the general reaction of the community to the brutal murders?
What was Mrs. Clare's previous occupation before working at the Federal Building?
What was Mrs. Clare's previous occupation before working at the Federal Building?
Who informs Mrs. Clare about the two ambulances going to the Clutters'?
Who informs Mrs. Clare about the two ambulances going to the Clutters'?
What is the atmosphere in Hartman's Café after the news of the Clutter murders?
What is the atmosphere in Hartman's Café after the news of the Clutter murders?
What is Mrs. Hartman's reaction to the Clutter murders?
What is Mrs. Hartman's reaction to the Clutter murders?
What effect do the murders have on the community's sense of safety and trust?
What effect do the murders have on the community's sense of safety and trust?
What is the community left wondering after the brutal murders?
What is the community left wondering after the brutal murders?
What is the community's reaction to Mrs. Clare's stoic behavior?
What is the community's reaction to Mrs. Clare's stoic behavior?
What is the name of the oldest native-born Holcombite who works as the mail messenger?
What is the name of the oldest native-born Holcombite who works as the mail messenger?
Who is the local postmistress and the previous owner of the Holcomb Dance Pavilion?
Who is the local postmistress and the previous owner of the Holcomb Dance Pavilion?
What is the title of the Holcomb post office as mentioned in the text?
What is the title of the Holcomb post office as mentioned in the text?
What led Mrs. Truitt to abandon her duties as mail messenger for the first time?
What led Mrs. Truitt to abandon her duties as mail messenger for the first time?
What is the unique characteristic of Mrs. Truitt's attire as described in the text?
What is the unique characteristic of Mrs. Truitt's attire as described in the text?
What is the previous occupation of Mrs. Clare before becoming the postmistress?
What is the previous occupation of Mrs. Clare before becoming the postmistress?
What is the frequency of passenger trains passing through the town of Holcomb?
What is the frequency of passenger trains passing through the town of Holcomb?
What is the significance of the Holcomb Dance Pavilion as mentioned in the text?
What is the significance of the Holcomb Dance Pavilion as mentioned in the text?
What is the condition of the Holcomb post office as described in the text?
What is the condition of the Holcomb post office as described in the text?
What is the role of Mrs. Truitt in the town of Holcomb?
What is the role of Mrs. Truitt in the town of Holcomb?
What is the familial tie of Mrs. Truitt to the town of Holcomb?
What is the familial tie of Mrs. Truitt to the town of Holcomb?
What is the previous occupation of Mrs. Clare's late husband as mentioned in the text?
What is the previous occupation of Mrs. Clare's late husband as mentioned in the text?
What were some of the ventures Perry ardently proposed?
What were some of the ventures Perry ardently proposed?
What did Perry remind Dick of as a potential source of fortune?
What did Perry remind Dick of as a potential source of fortune?
What was the estimated worth of the fortune Perry mentioned?
What was the estimated worth of the fortune Perry mentioned?
What was one of the projects Perry and Dick had discussed despite lacking experience?
What was one of the projects Perry and Dick had discussed despite lacking experience?
What did Dick dislike about the fancy dark glasses Perry bought in Kansas City?
What did Dick dislike about the fancy dark glasses Perry bought in Kansas City?
What was the primary reason for Dick's uncertainty about Perry?
What was the primary reason for Dick's uncertainty about Perry?
What did Dick express his discomfort with regarding Perry's fancy dark glasses?
What did Dick express his discomfort with regarding Perry's fancy dark glasses?
What did Perry purchase in Kansas City that Dick disliked?
What did Perry purchase in Kansas City that Dick disliked?
What prompted Dewey to reconsider the possibility of robbery as a motive for the Clutter family murders?
What prompted Dewey to reconsider the possibility of robbery as a motive for the Clutter family murders?
What did a man who called claiming to be the killer demand before revealing his identity?
What did a man who called claiming to be the killer demand before revealing his identity?
What forced Dewey to consider the possibility of 'plain robbery' as a motive for the murders?
What forced Dewey to consider the possibility of 'plain robbery' as a motive for the murders?
What prompted Dewey to remain hopeful despite the lack of progress in the investigation?
What prompted Dewey to remain hopeful despite the lack of progress in the investigation?
What led Dewey to feel tense, frustrated, and unable to sleep during the investigation?
What led Dewey to feel tense, frustrated, and unable to sleep during the investigation?
What prompted Dewey to reconsider the possibility of a motive for the Clutter family murders?
What prompted Dewey to reconsider the possibility of a motive for the Clutter family murders?
What indicated potential false confessions and opportunistic behavior in the investigation?
What indicated potential false confessions and opportunistic behavior in the investigation?
What led Dewey to eliminate several suspects in the investigation?
What led Dewey to eliminate several suspects in the investigation?
What were the primary sources of the phone calls received by Al Dewey during the investigation?
What were the primary sources of the phone calls received by Al Dewey during the investigation?
What was a meaningful development in the investigation of the Clutter family murders?
What was a meaningful development in the investigation of the Clutter family murders?
What was the impact of the numerous phone calls received by Al Dewey?
What was the impact of the numerous phone calls received by Al Dewey?
What did the absence of Kenyon's radio and the discovery of the gold wristwatch suggest in the investigation?
What did the absence of Kenyon's radio and the discovery of the gold wristwatch suggest in the investigation?
What did Howard Fox do after the Clutter family's murder?
What did Howard Fox do after the Clutter family's murder?
What was Perry's behavior during the stop to picnic in Mexico?
What was Perry's behavior during the stop to picnic in Mexico?
How did Dick view himself in comparison to Perry?
How did Dick view himself in comparison to Perry?
What peculiar behaviors did Perry exhibit?
What peculiar behaviors did Perry exhibit?
What did Beverly Clutter do three days after mourning her family's murder?
What did Beverly Clutter do three days after mourning her family's murder?
What was Dick's reaction to leaving Kansas City for Mexico?
What was Dick's reaction to leaving Kansas City for Mexico?
What did Perry do during the journey to Mexico?
What did Perry do during the journey to Mexico?
How did Dick perceive Perry's behavior?
How did Dick perceive Perry's behavior?
What were Perry's peculiar behaviors?
What were Perry's peculiar behaviors?
What was Dick's reaction to Perry's temper?
What was Dick's reaction to Perry's temper?
What was Dick's perception of Perry's outward demeanor?
What was Dick's perception of Perry's outward demeanor?
What did Howard Fox do in response to the Clutter family's murder?
What did Howard Fox do in response to the Clutter family's murder?
Why did Dewey refuse to accept the theory that the family was killed for a paltry profit?
Why did Dewey refuse to accept the theory that the family was killed for a paltry profit?
What did Dewey prioritize in the investigation?
What did Dewey prioritize in the investigation?
What was Dewey's belief about at least one of the murderers?
What was Dewey's belief about at least one of the murderers?
What did Dewey and his wife prioritize in their daily routines?
What did Dewey and his wife prioritize in their daily routines?
What did Dewey aim to understand about the Clutters?
What did Dewey aim to understand about the Clutters?
What did Dewey believe the expert execution of the crimes indicated?
What did Dewey believe the expert execution of the crimes indicated?
How did Dewey's family react to the case?
How did Dewey's family react to the case?
What was Dewey's vision for the future?
What was Dewey's vision for the future?
What was Dewey's approach to evidence gathering?
What was Dewey's approach to evidence gathering?
What did Dewey believe about the murderers' impulses?
What did Dewey believe about the murderers' impulses?
What did Dewey's wife attribute their happiness to?
What did Dewey's wife attribute their happiness to?
What was Dewey's stance on
What was Dewey's stance on
What did Dewey and his associates decide to pluralize?
What did Dewey and his associates decide to pluralize?
What reinforced Dewey's conviction that at least one of the murderers was emotionally involved with the victims?
What reinforced Dewey's conviction that at least one of the murderers was emotionally involved with the victims?
What did Dewey believe the intention was behind moving the mattress box in the basement room?
What did Dewey believe the intention was behind moving the mattress box in the basement room?
What did Dewey believe was the reason for drawing up the bedcovers and tucking them in, as well as placing a pillow under Kenyon's head?
What did Dewey believe was the reason for drawing up the bedcovers and tucking them in, as well as placing a pillow under Kenyon's head?
What did Dewey put his faith in when solving a case?
What did Dewey put his faith in when solving a case?
What did Dewey's wife find him doing in the kitchen?
What did Dewey's wife find him doing in the kitchen?
What was Mrs. Dewey's stance on blessing the table before meals?
What was Mrs. Dewey's stance on blessing the table before meals?
What was the Deweys' normal life like?
What was the Deweys' normal life like?
What was Dewey saving for?
What was Dewey saving for?
What was an important part of the Deweys' existence?
What was an important part of the Deweys' existence?
What did Dewey do when the weather was fine and the days were hot and ripe?
What did Dewey do when the weather was fine and the days were hot and ripe?
What was Mrs. Dewey's sentiment when she came home from work and found dinner ready?
What was Mrs. Dewey's sentiment when she came home from work and found dinner ready?
Flashcards
Clutter Family Thanksgiving
Clutter Family Thanksgiving
The Clutter family was preparing for a Thanksgiving reunion with extended relatives.
Beverly Clutter
Beverly Clutter
Second oldest child, studying to be a nurse and engaged.
Kenyon Clutter
Kenyon Clutter
Only son of the Clutter family still living at home.
Nancy Clutter
Nancy Clutter
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Mrs. Clutter's Health Issues
Mrs. Clutter's Health Issues
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Mr. Clutter's Relief
Mr. Clutter's Relief
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Nancy's Date
Nancy's Date
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Mr. Clutter's Disapproval
Mr. Clutter's Disapproval
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Separate Bedrooms
Separate Bedrooms
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Garden City Nostalgia
Garden City Nostalgia
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Class Distinctions
Class Distinctions
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Mr. Clutter's Status
Mr. Clutter's Status
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Finney County 4-H Club
Finney County 4-H Club
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Achievements Banquet
Achievements Banquet
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Mrs. Ashida
Mrs. Ashida
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Holcomb's Mail Messenger
Holcomb's Mail Messenger
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Murder Aftermath
Murder Aftermath
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Investigation Focus
Investigation Focus
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Emotional Connection
Emotional Connection
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Dewey's Family Life
Dewey's Family Life
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Dewey's Faith
Dewey's Faith
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Community Shock
Community Shock
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Mrs. Clare
Mrs. Clare
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Holcomb Post Office
Holcomb Post Office
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Mrs. Truitt's Duties
Mrs. Truitt's Duties
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Dewey's Evidence Gathering
Dewey's Evidence Gathering
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Unique Town Character
Unique Town Character
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Community Relationships
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Dewey's Normal Life
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Mr. Clutter's Actions
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Study Notes
Clutter Family Dynamics and Events Leading Up to the Tragedy
- The Clutter family is preparing for a Thanksgiving reunion with extended family members coming from various locations.
- Beverly, the second oldest child, is studying to be a nurse in Kansas City and is engaged to a biology student.
- Kenyon, the only son, and Nancy, the oldest daughter, are still living at home. Nancy is the town darling.
- Mr. Clutter is concerned about his wife's health, as she has been suffering from psychiatric issues for the last six years.
- Mrs. Clutter returns from treatment in Wichita with news that her health issues are physical, related to a misplaced vertebrae, and will require an operation.
- Mr. Clutter is relieved by the news and looks forward to a Thanksgiving celebration.
- Mr. Clutter's morning routine is delayed due to a tiring yet exhilarating evening where his wife, Bonnie, appeared to have regained vigor.
- Nancy returns home late after attending a "Spook Show" with a boy named Bobby Rupp, causing concern for Mr. Clutter.
- Mr. Clutter disapproves of Nancy's relationship with Bobby Rupp due to their different religious backgrounds and has advised her to gradually break off the relationship.
- The family dynamics and events have caused Mr. Clutter to have a late start to his day on November 14, 1959.
- Mr. Clutter and his wife sleep in separate bedrooms, with Mrs. Clutter occupying their daughter's former bedroom.
- The Clutter family resides in a two-story, fourteen-room frame-and-brick structure, with Mrs. Clutter using her daughter's former room for occupancy.
Life in a Small Town
- Garden City is remembered with nostalgia by those who have left and provides a sense of roots and contentment for those who have remained.
- Garden City residents deny social grading, but class distinctions are clearly observed, with church affiliation being a significant factor influencing class status.
- The elite in Finney County are predominantly right-wing Republicans of the Presbyterian and Episcopalian faiths.
- Mr. Clutter, an educated and successful man, was a prominent Republican and church leader, entitled to rank among the local patricians.
- Mr. Clutter was not part of the local patricians' social circle and preferred activities that he felt would "accomplish something."
- The Finney County 4-H Club, of which Mr. Clutter was chairman, aimed to help rural area residents, particularly children, develop practical abilities and moral character.
- Mr. Clutter suggested honoring Mrs. Ashida, a tenant farmer's wife, for her contributions to the community at the Achievement Banquet.
- Mrs. Ashida and her family had received gifts from Mr. Clutter and his family, and she expressed her fondness for the place they lived despite considering leaving for better opportunities in Nebraska.
- Mrs. Ashida sought Mr. Clutter's opinion about giving her husband gold teeth for Christmas, showing their close relationship and trust.
- Mr. Clutter's reaction to Mrs. Ashida's idea delighted her, as she knew he was a gentleman and would not approve unless he meant it.
- Mrs. Ashida asked Mr. Clutter not to make a speech in her honor at the banquet, highlighting his ease and ability to convince others, a quality recognized by the community.
- Mrs. Ashida admired Mr. Clutter's ability to speak to a large audience and be convincing, emphasizing his fearless nature.
Holcomb's Mail Messenger and the Clutter Family Murder
- The text describes the aftermath of the murder of the Clutter family, with a detailed account of the scene and the reactions of the townspeople and law enforcement.
- The town of Holcomb is described, including the frequency of passenger trains passing through, and the town's mail messenger, Mrs. Sadie Truitt, who is also the oldest native-born Holcombite.
- Mrs. Truitt's role as the mail messenger is detailed, including the dangerous nature of her work, her age, and her familial ties to the town.
- The text also introduces Mrs. Myrtle Clare, Mrs. Truitt's daughter, who is the local postmistress and the previous owner of the Holcomb Dance Pavilion.
- Mrs. Clare's unique appearance and personality traits are described, as well as her previous occupation as a dance hall hostess and the clientele it attracted.
- The description of the Holcomb post office, referred to as "the Federal Building," is given, highlighting its poor condition and Mrs. Clare's nonchalant attitude towards it.
- The text also mentions the incident that led Mrs. Truitt to abandon her duties as mail messenger for the first time, due to the arrival of ambulances at the Clutter property.
- Mrs. Truitt is described as a weathered widow who wears babushka bandannas and cowboy boots, and her dedication to her job is emphasized despite the challenges she faces.
- The townspeople's reactions to the murder and the significance of the post office in the community are detailed, including the title "the Federal Building" for the post office.
- The text provides insight into the history of Holcomb, including the origin of its name and the unique character of its residents, such as Mrs. Truitt and Mrs. Clare.
- The text also includes descriptions of the Holcomb Dance Pavilion, its clientele, and the tough times experienced by Mrs. Clare and her late husband during its operation.
- The text showcases the unique personalities and roles of Mrs. Truitt and Mrs. Clare in the context of the small town of Holcomb, providing a glimpse into the community and its history.
Investigation of the Clutter Family Murders
- Dewey refused to accept the theory that the family was killed for a paltry profit, as it would contradict his image of the killer(s).
- He was convinced that the expert execution of the crimes indicated at least one perpetrator with calculated motive and cool-headed slyness.
- Dewey believed that at least one of the murderers was emotionally involved with the victims, as evidenced by certain details at the crime scene.
- He was intrigued by the murderers' considerate impulses, such as moving a mattress box to make the victim more comfortable.
- Dewey prioritized facts over "fancy theories" and planned to track down hundreds of people related to the Clutters to gather evidence.
- The investigation aimed to understand the Clutters better than they knew themselves, tracing connections to events from years ago.
- Dewey's family was impacted by the case, with his son feeling endangered and his wife concerned about returning to normal life.
- Dewey and his wife led a normal life, both working and sharing household chores, while saving to build a house on a farm he bought in 1951.
- Dewey had a strong belief in God and practiced rituals such as attending church, saying grace, and prayers before bed.
- Mrs. Dewey expressed gratitude for the simple pleasures of life, attributing their happiness to their faith and family time.
- Dewey's vision for the future included a farm with oak and elm trees, and he often practiced shooting there.
- Dewey's faith and family values were integral to his and his wife's existence, influencing their daily routines and outlook on life.
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