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What conclusion did Dr. Doyle reach regarding the cause of death?
What conclusion did Dr. Doyle reach regarding the cause of death?
What was found in the room that indicated a potential connection to the deceased's wife?
What was found in the room that indicated a potential connection to the deceased's wife?
Which military branches did Michael Grierson-Jackson serve in during his career?
Which military branches did Michael Grierson-Jackson serve in during his career?
What significant event occurred regarding the room's windows and door?
What significant event occurred regarding the room's windows and door?
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Where did Michael and Pat first meet?
Where did Michael and Pat first meet?
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Which characteristic best describes Michael Grierson-Jackson according to Margaret Watson?
Which characteristic best describes Michael Grierson-Jackson according to Margaret Watson?
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What language skills did Pat have?
What language skills did Pat have?
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What did Pat enjoy doing, showcasing her talent?
What did Pat enjoy doing, showcasing her talent?
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Study Notes
Michael Grierson-Jackson's Death
- Scene: Body found in blood-soaked towel, substantial blood collected and stored in newspapers/cloths by bed
- Suspicion: Initial suspicion of murder, quickly dismissed due to locked room (windows/door locked from inside)
- Cause of Death: Self-castration, leading to shock and blood loss; cyanide detected in stomach (non-fatal dose)
- Pathologist: Dr. Doyle confirmed cause
- Police Actions: Contacted deceased's wife (Pat) via radio alert; examined apartment, found Pat's diary (last entry mid-April)
Michael Grierson-Jackson's Background
- Birth: Bedford, England, 1921
- Family: British Army schoolmaster and wife
- Upbringing: Strict
- Military Career: RAF (squadron leader during WWII), Royal Canadian Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force
- Post-War: Top-dressing pilot for Rudnick Helicopters in New Zealand (Whanganui then Mt Maunganui)
Cynthia Patricia Grierson-Jackson (Pat)
- Birth: France
- Life: Primarily in India
- Languages: English, French, Indian dialect
- Profession: Skilled dressmaker
- Marital Status: Married to Michael Grierson-Jackson in 1958 in Calcutta
- Location: Moved with Michael from Calcutta to Australia, then to New Zealand
- Personality: More reserved than Michael; "somewhat distant" as described by Margaret Watson; known as 'Empress' or 'Indian Princess' in her community; dressed fashionably, emulated Jackie Kennedy
Couple's Life and Interactions
- Meeting Place: Calcutta
- Marriage Date: 1958
- Initial Location: Whanganui, New Zealand
- Later Location: Mt Maunganui, New Zealand
- Social Interactions: Known as warm-hearted and cultured people with some degree of snobbishness; Mike was the life of the party, Pat somewhat reserved; both were stylish (Pat particularly)
Witness Accounts
- Margaret Watson: Met the couple in Mt Maunganui; described Michael as warm-hearted and Pat as reserved and stylish; commented on their cultured background and eccentric fashion choices.
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Description
Explore the mysterious case of Michael Grierson-Jackson, whose death was initially considered a homicide but was revealed to be a tragic incident of self-castration. Delve into the details surrounding the scene, the investigation by police, and the findings by pathologist Dr. Doyle. This quiz will challenge your knowledge of the events and background of Grierson-Jackson.
