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Submitted to Contest #259
My name is Jackie Moffit. I moved to Chicago on the heels of the 1893 Columbian Exposition, much to the chagrin of my parents. Coming from rural Iowa, the bustling metropolis of the Windy City seemed like a far-off dream. But by the recommendation of a great-uncle and the grace of God, I was offered a receptionist job at a new hotel in the City. This would be my introduction to the devil. On my first day, I eagerly meandered to the reception desk to make myself known. “Hi, I’m Jackie. Nice to meet you!”, I exclaimed with an outs...
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