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The public contribution
Barbara Hackmann Taylor
How public input helped.
Sources reviewed
The public contribution
An online appeal from Barbara’s sister reached Todd Matthews. [1]
Read the documented outcome
The connection led to DNA confirmation of her identity. [1]
Here’s where you come in
Can you trace the family appeal to the DNA confirmation in the dated sources?
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- Carol Smith, Seattle PI, ‘Tent Girl,’ October 5, 2005; reviewed November 2, 2026.