Mansion to stagea murder mystery

The Daily Inter Lake

The Death by Chocolate Murder Mystery heads to the Wild West this year to round up money for the restoration and enhancement of Conrad Mansion's historic gardens and landscaping.

Billy the Kid, Cow Patty and other characters try to solve a murder mystery.

One day in1872, Charles Conrad was found dead in a watering hole. He was the richest man in the valley and many had reason to murder him. Join law enforcement and others to discover who did the dastardly deed and to make an arrest.

Come dressed in your best western attire and join Billy the Kid, Buffalo Bill Cody, Doc Holliday, Cow Patty, Wyatt Earp, Belle Star, Minnihaha, and Annie Oakley to solve the mystery of who killed Charles Conrad. A prize will be awarded for the best dressed participant.

Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, decadent desserts (including a chocolate fountain), micro brews & wine. Have a chance to win fabulous prizes in a raffle drawing, and bid on wonderful items in a silent auction.

The Leadership Flathead Class of 2005 is having a bit of fun with Charles Conrad and the characters of the old west to raise moneyfor the mansion's garden rejuvenation project, so be sure to bring your sense of humor along with you.

The event is set for May 7 at the mansion.

Tickets are now available at Books West in Kalispell and Bookworks in Whitefish.

For further information, call 755-2166.