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OK, the gear lube looks good, so it would seem as though the gearcase is not locked up, but it is still possible.
The electric starter just "clicks", and you could not pull the recoil. Perhaps you have the throttle up too far which might be the problem causing the interlock to lock up the recoil. I know, seems unlikely that there is an electrical problem AND the recoil is locked out, but anything is possible.
I would try removing the recoil and turning the flywheel by hand. Yes, I know you will have to remove the interlock pivot screw and the compression release arm, but that only takes a few seconds.
The engine quit while it was running slowly, so that is encouraging, any signs of overheating? Again, I am trying to rule out all the simple stuff.
I know you want to find a local member to help out, but I just don’t want you to give up over something that is hopefully simple.