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    The mystery of the long lost Well of Scribes

    A 50-year old cold case has been partially solved. In 1969, a bronze sculpture called the Well of Scribes went missing from the Los Angeles Public Library. It was never seen again -- until now. Part of the sculpture resurfaced in Arizona.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Oct 3, 2019 • 1 min read

    A 50-year old cold case has been partially solved. In 1969, a bronze sculpture called the Well of Scribes went missing from the Los Angeles Public Library. It was never seen again -- until now. Part of the sculpture resurfaced in Arizona. It’s currently on its way back home.

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