The Spanish Swidle (pre-Internats Nigerain scam) dates back to the 1871's

[jeff of pa]

Apparently the Spanish Moved from Piracy at sea.
to Piracy Through The Mails.
& are probably involved in the Internet Piracy.


The Bridgeport times and evening farmer. (Bridgeport, Conn.), 09 Dec. 1921.





https://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/...=&proxValue=&dateFilterType=yearRange&page=40

 

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[Tpmetal]

ahhhhh, the old pay to get paid. Interesting read, thanks.

 

[against the wind]

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You can purchase a genuine "replica" of a Spanish Piece of Eight from KellyCo.
On the serious side, the Holiday Season is the height of telephone scams. Be careful people.

 

[Honest Samuel]

I would be careful with my money if I had any.