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ZanzibarBlue · 11-26-2006, 02:56 PM

Has anyone attempted to search the Internet or services like ebay in an attempt to locate unique or unusual items related to a UM case? I'm not talking about bidding on the skunk ape costume, but rather trying to locate an item that went missing from a murder victim's home (e.g. broach or pendant), or what a missing person was last seen wearing. It seems to me that in the age of ebay, it may be possible to solve, or get additional clues about, a UM by searching for such items. Obviously a perpetrator would be unlikely to auction them, but if he/she had given or willed them to a relative, they may ultimately be listed on the Internet. Anyone aware of any UM cases which cited unique/unusal items that one might be able to locate in order to help solve the mystery?

LooksLikeCRicci · 11-26-2006, 07:04 PM

We all know that I'm horrible with names, but there was a man who went missing and was eventually found dead who was still missing his wallet, an expensive looking turquoise ring, and a masonic belt buckle. The Masonic belt buckle is what caught my eye... I know there are a lot of Masons in the world, but I don't think they all own a belt buckle... just saying.

unsolved88 · 11-26-2006, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by LooksLikeCRicci

We all know that I'm horrible with names, but there was a man who went missing and was eventually found dead who was still missing his wallet, an expensive looking turquoise ring, and a masonic belt buckle. The Masonic belt buckle is what caught my eye... I know there are a lot of Masons in the world, but I don't think they all own a belt buckle... just saying.

I think that was Perman Gilbert.

Awsi Dooger · 11-26-2006, 09:19 PM

Thanks for the idea. Maybe I'll put a worthless trinket up for bids and hint in the description that it might be related to UM, and let you guys get into a bidding war.

Actually, my eBay account has been suspended. I just noticed I owe them $3.76 and they cut me off. Sheesh, talk about a lack of faith.

greatgarrett2 · 11-27-2006, 09:01 PM

With a big show like UM, you'd think there'd be some memorabilia on the Net.....then again I don't think UM put out much memorabilia (t-shirts, mugs, etc.)

I know what you mean tho....stuff from the victims, like Elizabeth Campbell's purse?

LooksLikeCRicci · 11-28-2006, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by unsolved88

I think that was Perman Gilbert.

Thank you! It was literally on my fingertips, but I couldn't remember. Besides, I think it would disappoint everyone if I started whipping out names. I like to think that I'm that cute ditz on this board, with my, "You know that one guy? With the girl? And he delivered pizzas?"

But back to the point....

11-26-2006, 02:56 PM	#1
ZanzibarBlue ZanzibarBlue Occasional Poster Join Date: Aug 03, 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 95	UM in the age of ebay Has anyone attempted to search the Internet or services like ebay in an attempt to locate unique or unusual items related to a UM case? I'm not talking about bidding on the skunk ape costume, but rather trying to locate an item that went missing from a murder victim's home (e.g. broach or pendant), or what a missing person was last seen wearing. It seems to me that in the age of ebay, it may be possible to solve, or get additional clues about, a UM by searching for such items. Obviously a perpetrator would be unlikely to auction them, but if he/she had given or willed them to a relative, they may ultimately be listed on the Internet. Anyone aware of any UM cases which cited unique/unusal items that one might be able to locate in order to help solve the mystery?

11-27-2006, 09:01 PM	#5
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11-26-2006, 07:04 PM	#2
LooksLikeCRicci Likes to live in a clean house Moderator Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 27, 2005 Posts: 4,050	We all know that I'm horrible with names, but there was a man who went missing and was eventually found dead who was still missing his wallet, an expensive looking turquoise ring, and a masonic belt buckle. The Masonic belt buckle is what caught my eye... I know there are a lot of Masons in the world, but I don't think they all own a belt buckle... just saying.

11-26-2006, 09:19 PM	#4
Awsi Dooger Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 18, 2003 Location: Miami Posts: 1,537	Thanks for the idea. Maybe I'll put a worthless trinket up for bids and hint in the description that it might be related to UM, and let you guys get into a bidding war. Actually, my eBay account has been suspended. I just noticed I owe them $3.76 and they cut me off. Sheesh, talk about a lack of faith.