Solving Approach
Words in this cipher average roughly 3.9 letters apiece. Short words are common here, so scan for one- and two-letter groups first; they narrow the alphabet fast. Rated hard, this puzzle rewards careful cross-checking between words rather than quick guesses.
About J. Paul Getty
J. Paul Getty was an American industrialist and art collector who became one of the world's richest men through oil investments. He famously said "the meek shall inherit the earth, but not its mineral rights," reflecting his ruthless business philosophy. Getty amassed an extraordinary private art collection and founded the Getty Museum in Los Angeles, which remains one of America's most prestigious cultural institutions.
Did you know? Getty founded the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, which became one of the most visited art museums in the United States.