Statistical proof that the Beale ciphers are a 140-year-old hoax (>99.99%). 11 phases of analysis identify the exact construction method, reconstruct the hoaxer's physical workflow, and resolve the Gillogly paradox. Bayes Factor ≈ 2×10⁷.
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