Why The World's Littlest Skyscraper Was A Massive Scam

2019-12-16

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In Wichita Falls, Texas, the Newby-McMahon Building stands 480 inches tall. Not 480 feet: 480 inches. There's a story of a smooth-talking scammer that sounds almost too good to be true. But is it?

Thanks to Jan and all the folks at Hello Again: http://helloagainwf.com - and to everyone at the Wichita Falls Library!

Edited by Michelle Martin (@mrsmmartin)

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