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State Historical Society Welcomes Author To Discuss Conmen And Scammers

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KBIA's Darren Hellwege talks with author Kimberly Harper of "Men Of No Reputation: Robert Boatright, The Buckfoot Gang, and the Fleecing of Middle America." The book discusses a group of men who scammed Midwesterners with fake athletic events and gambling cons.
Harper will be at the State Historical Society of Missouri Tuesday, June 9th at noon as part of their "History on Elm" series.

"The Voice Of Columbia," Darren Hellwege has hosted NPR's “Morning Edition” for over 35 years on KBIA. He also hosts programs on Classical 90.5 FM.