In "The Yellow House Mystery," Mr. Alden reflects on the unfortunate events following Bill's disappearance. He notes that soon after Bill went missing, tragedy struck his family again when Bill’s brother, Sam, was killed in a car accident. This dual loss left them unable to search for Bill effectively.
The impact of these events highlights the interplay of grief and the difficulty in addressing mysteries when family tragedy strikes. The challenges faced by the Aldens emphasize the emotional weight of their situation, complicating their quest to uncover the truth about Bill's disappearance.