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Sherlock Holmes vs. Jack the Ripper Hints

How can I call Bulling's contact?

  • 1 of 8: You'll first have to get a clue as to what the contact's name is.
  • 2 of 8: That clue is in the stove next to Bulling's desk.
  • 3 of 8: After you get the blotting paper, figure out how to read what it says.
  • 4 of 8: The paper reveals that the contact's name starts with WA.
  • 5 of 8: Click on the phone that's in one corner to find that there's a list of names and numbers next to it.
  • 6 of 8: The name Walesby starts with WA, but before you can call him, you'll need to figure out what his number is.
  • 7 of 8: Use the four-digit combination thing on the bottom of the screen to enter the digits 1, 8, 7, and 5.
  • 8 of 8: After it's set, click on the handle that's on the right side of the phone (near the top of the screen) to place the call.