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noun • United States writer and poet (1809-1849) | ||||||||
| 27% | 6 | Surname of the American writer and creator of the 'John Cooper' detective series | ||||||
noun • United States industrialist who built the first American locomotive; founded Cooper Union in New York City to offer free courses in the arts and sciences (1791-1883) • a craftsman who makes or repairs wooden barrels or tubs • United States film actor noted for his portrayals of strong silent heroes (1901-1961) • United States novelist noted for his stories of American Indians and the frontier life (1789-1851) verb • make barrels and casks | ||||||||
| 27% | 5 | Creator of Detective C. Auguste Dupin | ||||||
noun • the younger brother of Edwy who became king of Northumbria when it renounced Edwy; on Edwy's death he succeeded to the throne of England (943-975) | ||||||||
Detective Story Creator Crossword Clue
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POE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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POE
Updated: October 10, 2023
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