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Nancy Drew: Secret of the Scarlet Hand Hints
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1 of 8: Did you read the magazine article in Joanna's office?
2 of 8: On page 28 of that article, zoom in on the paragraph until Nancy makes a comment.
3 of 8: It is important to look at the plaques outside of Joanna's office on either side of her door.
4 of 8: You can zoom in on both the top and bottom of those plaques.
5 of 8: Zoom in to look at the bottom of the plaque on the right side. (Nancy will make a comment.)
6 of 8: You won't be able to inquire about Prudence Rutherford until after the Beech Hill robbery.
7 of 8: One of your friends knows how to contact her.
8 of 8: Call Franklin Rose. Write down the phone number he gives you.