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Tale of Two Cities

Famous Doctor Thought Dead Reappears, Makes Shoes

Doctor Manette, the famous physician supposed dead, was recently rediscovered near Paris above a wine shop, where he has apparently gone quite mad. Manette, who was reported as survived by one daughter -- Lucie Manette -- by the Globe several years ago, was thought dead after having gone missing for several years. Kept safe by Mr. Defarge, a servant, Manette spent much of his time missing making shoes in somewhat of a delusion. Apparently the shoe making was a psychotic link to the time Manette spent suffering in a French prison. Thankfully, Ms. Manette's appearance and demeanor have stirred the man, who is apparently on his way to recovery.

Red Wine Spill Attracts Masses

Last week, the streets of Saint Antoine were not paved with a heavenly gold, but were drown in a costly red wine, which drew up quite a stir among the poor townspeople. This reporter has never seen the streets of the small city so full of rushing, bustling people, all trying to get some nourishment for free. Starving and thirsty, the spilled wine cask encouraged a near riot, as people scrambled to drink, to horde, and to give to others. One person's uncouth reference to blood brought little reaction, as people continued to sip up wine.

Look Alike Results in Darnay's Acquittal

Accused spy Charles Darnay, the relative of French aristocrat Marquis Evremonde, was acquitted in English Court yesterday after an assistant to his lawyer engages in a witty tactic. Sydney Carton, the infamous esquire with a personal life of ill repute, pulled the strings that led to acquittal, despite famous attorney Stryver's best attempts. Pointing out that he looked similar to the defendant, Carton was able to refute the prosecution's argument that the criminal was unmistakably Darnay. Much to the joy of himself and his associates, Darnay is now free.

Jacques Strikes Again

The latest in a string of murders and misdeeds attributed to a man named Jacques occurred late last night, when aristocrat Marquis Evremonde was killed. Evremonde, an unabashed supporter of the French aristocracy, stirred up attention just yesterday when his reckless driving ran down and killed a child. His refusal to apologize and entitled attitude left many peasants seeking revenge. Evremonde was found dead this morning, a note from the murderer with the scrawled name of "Jacques" by his body. As Jacques is the name used by revolutionaries, some assume that his death was a result of his behavior toward peasants.

Darnay Imprisoned After Risky Gesture

Charles Darnay, the man acquitted of treason charges just nine years ago, has made the risky decision to return to France to come to the aid of a family friend. Arrested immediately, Darnay has been imprisoned for a year, and is still awaiting trial. His attempt to rescue Gabelle, a servant to his infamous uncle's estate, from French prison has lead to these consequences. The Globe will update on the case when more news is received.

Carton Dies Gallantly

Sydney Carton, the esquire with the infamous private lifestyle that readers may remember from Charles Darnay's sensationalist trial in 1780, has died. After changing places with Darnay, the man whom he was able to free from murder charges because of his remarkable resemblance to the esquire, Carton was executed by guillotine in Darnay's stead. Darnay was sentenced on charges influenced by personal vendettas, which were later made public. Carton has redeemed himself, in the opinion of this reporter.