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Episode 221 explores how some bits of cardboard, a moonstone ring, and a dog that couldn't bark solved a riddle in the lonely swamp. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/98858450 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support.
The Teenage Sex & Murder Club Episode 220 takes us to Tucson, Arizona in the 1960s, when police find a charismatic young man responsible for the disappearance of three teenage girls as the leader of a bizarre little party cult. But even when the murder cases are closed, the exciting story continues to include a daring prison break and a deadly prison brawl. Culled from the historic pages of the Arizona Daily Star. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/42123309 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Evelyn Ramadka, Queen Of The Chicago Vampires Episode 225 at first seems like a run-of-the-mill burglary case, a good girl gone bad, until we start getting to know the defendant as the story takes careen plot turns, compounded by the sensational press coverage--and a mysterious surprise ending. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/hypnotized-by-46224525 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Trial Of The Rev. Ephriam Kingsbury Avery Episode 24 takes place 60 years before Lizzie Borden put the town of Fall River, Massachusetts, on the murder map. The body of Sarah Maria Cornell, a 30-year-old mill worker, was found hanging from a haystack pole in the nearby town of Tiverton, just across the Rhode Island border. The first coroner's jury ruled the death a suicide, but a note later found in the woman's boarding house led to the first of two exhumations of the body and the arrest of the Rev. Ephraim Kingsbury Avery for her murder. It is believed to be one of the first trials of a minister for murder in America, and it was a scandalous one. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/97665154 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Murder And Arson At Brandywine Springs Park Episode 448 is a sad and sordid tale of a passionate frenzy, when a young woman’s divided attention puts one man in a rage and leaves another to grieve. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/52622531 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Lawrence/Foster/Disbrow Affair Episode 423 delves into a love triangle gone awry. When two sides of the triangle, including an expert swimmer and sailor, are found drowned dead in a Long Island bay, suspicion immediately falls upon the third, even though the coroner declares the whole thing an accident. Culled from the historic pages of The New York World, The Brooklyn Daily Eagle, The New York Tribune, and other newspapers of the era. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/tragedy-at-good-43973213 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Amos Lunsford Meets His Match Episode 175 comes by the way of a request from a listener in North Carolina who wanted to know more about this incident, a fight about a horse at a church revival camp that gets out of hand. There might have been whiskey involved. Go figure. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/97506476 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Scoundrel Gershon Marx Episode 447 retains a lot of the discrepancies in the reporting of the story, so don’t be alarmed at conflicting versions of the same incidents. I can’t say for certain that they ever got some of the names right, but nothing could be more wrong in so many ways than the theatrical adaptation of the case that takes place at the denouement. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/farmer-digs-52029884 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Bloody Record Of Henry Plummer And His Gang Episode 422 hearkens back to the wild wild West, in the days following the great gold rush. Much of the story takes place in Bannack, Montana, which is now a state park and ghost town, and follows the career of one of the most notorious gangs of the day and the rise of the citizen's committee that puts an end to it. Adapted from the books "The Story of the Outlaw" by Emerson Hough and "The Montana Vigilantes, Or Popular Justice In The Rocky Mountains" by Thomas J. Dimsdale, the first newspaperman in Montana. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/popular-justice-43589806 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Murder Of The Duchess Of Praslin Episode 213 is dedicated to listener Clair Stephenson, who reached out after watching the 1940 move "All This And Heaven Too", the story of a scandalous murder in the courts of France that helped precipitate the French Revolution. Based on dispatches to London, the real story is not quite the Hollywood version, but I can definitely see Bette Davis as Henriette Deluzy. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/97311268/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Mrs. Peete’s Private Burials Episode 420 recalls one of America’s lesser-known serial killers, Louise Peete. There’s never been a book or a movie about her, yet during her murderous career, her Southern charm and polite matronly manner made her a nation-wide front page sensation, with some newspapers printing literally every word of her trial as well as fawning feature stories. Culled from the historic pages of the Los Angeles Express, the Los Angeles Times, and other newspapers from the era. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/body-under-43308480 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Clue Of The Antique Dimes Episode 445 is the tale of a pair of simple-minded lumberjack cousins who go to extreme and cruel measures to exact revenge against a mountain recluse. But what price will they pay? Culled from the historic pages of the Denver Post and other newspapers of the era. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/hermit-of-grand-51780890 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Doctor's Wife And The Dumpy Little Chicken Man Episode 186 explores another eternal triangle resulting in murder. This time, it's the young-ish wife of an elderly doctor who plots with a neighboring poultry salesman to put a deadly end to her marriage. Obviously, it doesn't end well for them, or they wouldn't be on this show. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/97256760 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Suitor V. The Shotgun Episode 419 tells the story of a family’s downfall, precipitated by a general disdain for the 25-year-old suitor of a 17-year-old daughter. Things go particularly awry when the suitor makes a valiant last-ditch effort to win the love of the family he hoped to be his in-laws, but a shotgun blast proves more potent than true love. Culled from the historic pages of the Philadelphia Inquirer and other newspapers of the era. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/for-love-of-43052374 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Ordeal Of C. Frederick Kohl Episode 444 is the strange story of a double tragedy. On one side we have a woman apparently driven insane with the desire to avenge crimes that exist only in her own mind. Her obsession has serious consequences for an innocent man. Culled from the historic pages of the San Francisco Examiner, the San Francisco Chronicle, and other newspapers of the era. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/millionaire-and-51489428 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Ordeal Of June Robles Episode 224 explores the sensational kidnapping for ransom of a young Tucscon girl, the favorite granddaughter of one of the city's pioneers. It's a story as frustrating as it is heartbreaking as a legion of pursuers doggedly but fruitlessly seek the kidnapper. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/97186963/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Teen Mother In A Murder Trial Episode 418 concerns a robbery gone awry and features a colorful woman in the case, a teenage bigamist and mother, whose salty ways and love for her baby make her a little bit endearing, in spite of her crimes. The Tesmer case, referred to in the prologue, is the subject of Episode 234, Mrs. Carrick’s Rouge And Whiskers, available only to residents of the Safe House. Reserve your bunk at www.patreon.com/truecrimehistorian https://www.patreon.com/truecrimehistorian where you can enjoy other treasures from the True Crime Historian vault, exclusive episodes, ad-free editions of all new episodes, and whatever personal services you require. Culled from the historic pages of the Chicago Tribune and other newspapers of the era. __ __ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Murder In The Ozarks Episode 442 shows how a small town in Arkansas splits down the middle when the son of the local justice of the peace is accused of the brutal murder of a popular young lady. Culled from the historic pages of the Daily Arkansas Gazette, the Arkansas Democrat, and other newspapers of the era. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/tragedy-at-creek-50924324 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Killed By The Dapper Bootlegger Episode 226 is dedicated to True Crime Historian listener Kaylie Jansen who recommended this sad story of two sisters, gunned down and left by the roadside after a Christmas holiday with their elderly parents. It takes some clever police work and legal maneuvering to find justice in this case. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/97129081 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Cincinnati Kitchen Sink Tragedy Episode 417 takes place at the turn of the last century Cincinnati, when a man allegedly finds his wife’s brutally murdered body in the kitchen sink and his four-year-old son sound asleep in his bed. Burglars did it, the man says, but his son will tell a different story. Culled from the historic pages of the Cincinnati Enquirer and other newspapers of the era. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/toddlers-42542380 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
An End To The Graham-Tewksbury Feud Episode 439 looks into one of the great family and land feuds of the Old West, the classic squabble between the sheep herders and cattle ranchers. Oddly, the best descriptions of the central event comes from a preliminary hearing for one of the accused. By the time the incident got to an actual trial, the newspapers seemed to have lost interest. Good story though, with good reliable tropes, including one of my favorites, what I like to call “courtroom shenanigans.” Culled from the historic pages of the Arizona Republic, the Arizona Weekly Star, and other newspapers of the era. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/pleasant-valley-50352326 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Murders Of Honor Episode 197 gives us not one but TWO murders arising from the defense of a young lady's reputation. The Pennsylvania trials garnered national attention, and the great orator Indiana Senator Daniel Vorhees served as counsel for the defense in the second trial, deliver a remarkable 90-minute closing speech. The highlights are excerpted near the end of this tale, adapted from a trial pamphlet published shortly after the trial's conclusion. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Ghastly Kidnapping And Murder Of Marion Parker Episode 415 relates one of the most difficult crimes we’ve yet to tell, a terrible kidnapping and brutal murder of 12-year-old girl by a smiling, charming monster. No other word for William Edward Hickman. The details of the crime were so disturbing that the newspapers could not report on them, but even the broad outline as presented will give you chills.Culled from the historic pages of the Los Angeles Times and other newspapers of the era. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/monster-on-run-42269051 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Homer Bird’s Gold Fever Episode 438 takes place during the great Alaskan gold rush when a group of adventurous businessmen from New Orleans leave their families and risk all in a quest to gain riches beyond imagination. Yeah, that’s not gonna end well, but the most interesting part of this drama is the influence of two women in the defendant’s life. One, a literal gold-digger, the other, the faithful wife who stands by her husband’s side til the bitter end. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/murder-in-50149628 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Scourge Of Sugar Creek Episode 164 asks the rhetorical question: Will the real Will Harris please stay in jail? It seems "Will Harris" was the go-to nom-de-plume for a number of Southern scoundrels around the turn of the 20th century. Sometimes the press is confused and sometimes the police are confused, shedding doubt on whether or not they have the real desperado, an imposter, or just another desperado with the same name. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/96760246 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Shooting Showgirls Lillian Graham And Ethel Conrad Episode 414 tells the story of a pair of young vaudeville actresses who come up with a scheme to dupe an older former lover of a great sum of money. But when he calls their bluff, they choke and shoot the old fellow in the leg. Three times. It’s hard to find a hero in this tale. They’re all kinda skeezy. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/blackmail-or-41992466 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Scoundrel Frank Badgley Episode 437 is dedicated to the True Crime Historian patron Kim Parkhurst, who discovered several scoundrels, including the subject of this story, on the Indiana branch of her family tree. Her people seem to be as shady as my own. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/hoosier-49832518 Supporters Club https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support
The Awful Fate of Mary Ann Rheinhardt ___ This episode explores the heinous crime of the scoundrel Edward Reinhardt of Manhattan and Staten Island who got tangled up with two women, got them both in trouble, and apparently, had to pick a favorite. Yeah, that’s not gonna end well. And when they find the barrel buried on the shore of Silver Lake, all sorts of scandal comes tumbling out. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/girl-buried-in-35534987 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
The Trials Of Otis Clark, Etc. Episode 136 comes by the way of a request from Herrin, Illinois, where TCH listener Chris Banes wants to know more about some hometown dark history, about the time a local mining company imported fifty guys from Chicago to bust a strike--25 to ship the coal that had been dug, and 25 to stand armed guard with rifles and machine guns to make sure the work got done. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/96688051 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
Trial Of The Big Beef Sextet Episode 424 is not your typical heartwarming holiday story, but takes place on Thanksgiving day, 1927, when a pack of Folsom prisoners enact a long-laid plan to make a big break from the big house. Needless to say, it doesn't end particularly well for any of them when two guards and ten prisoners meet their deaths as a result. Ad-Free Edition https://www.patreon.com/posts/thanksgiving-at-44102759 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss.
