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Gr 5 Up–Murphy investigtes a clever and successful scheme during the 1800s, sharing with readers how several men in upstate New York  were able to fool the public and make thousands of dollars. When William Newell decided to have a well dug on his farm, the men hired to do the digging became quite excited when a 10-foot  giant was uncovered in the field. Experts called in to determine the origins–whether a statue or petrified giant–couldn’t agree. T...Log In or Sign Up to Read More