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"Trefethen Innocent"

Jan 3rd, 2022 7m 40s

In this final episode of Aghast at the Past:1892, we skip to September of 1893 for the conclusion of the Tena Davis case. Also some reflection from me on the show in general, including possibilities for its future.This show is part of the Sprea

"Ten Years Old and a Murderer"

Nov 19th, 2021 17m 17s

New news on the Lizzy Borden and James Trefethen trials. A ten year old boy commits murder over a pocket watch, and other tales of true crime.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast,

"A New Trial"

Nov 1st, 2021 10m 2s

Unfortunate new developments for Tena Davis's family in James Trefethen's murder trial.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4698319/ad

"Their Last Raid"

Oct 10th, 2021 20m 43s

The final fate of the notorious Dalton Gang, plus selected true crime stories from the first week of October, 1892.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.

"Looking For Her Child"

Sep 18th, 2021 15m 47s

Lizzie Borden news, plus new true crime stories from September.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4698319/advertisementLearn more a

"Sent to Jail"

Aug 25th, 2021 33m 5s

Lizzie Borden becomes the primary suspect in the murder of her father and step-mother.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4698319/adv

"No Clue As Yet"

Aug 8th, 2021 25m 52s

The Borden murder case continues to baffle investigators. Andrew Borden's brother-in-law, John Morse, tells his story about his visit hours before their death.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising

"A. J. Borden and Wife Butchered"

Aug 4th, 2021 12m 42s

Lizzie Borden's father and step-mother are discovered murdered at their Fall River, Massachusetts home on August 4th, 1892.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at http

"The Work of Fiends"

Jul 30th, 2021 21m 55s

A handful of disturbing crime stories from the week of July 25th, 1892.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4698319/advertisementLear

"Bob Ford's Death"

Jul 8th, 2021 15m 6s

The assassin of Jesse James is killed in Colorado, and the volatile Homestead Strike leads to dozens dead and wounded in Pennsylvania.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact

"Life in the Balance"

Jul 1st, 2021 45m 2s

Attorney General Pillsbury gives the prosecution's closing remarks in the Tena Davis Murder Case, and the jury delivers a verdict.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us

"Long Begins"

Jun 14th, 2021 56m 59s

James Trefethen and William Smith's defense team, Marcellus Coggan and John Long, make the case that their clients had nothing to do with the murder of Deltena Davis.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in adve

"He Shed Tears"

Jun 4th, 2021 47m 58s

The prosecution lays down it's case in the highly anticipated and sensational Tena Davis murder trial against James Trefethen and William Smith...This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podc

"A Frontier Fight"

May 17th, 2021 27m 15s

On this episode of Aghast at the Past:1892, we examine how the murder of Nathan Champion, accused but never proven cattle rustler, sparked Wyoming's infamous Johnson County War.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interes

"The Doctor and the Devil"

May 5th, 2021 32m 10s

The honorable Dr. Charles Parkhurst, esteemed pastor of New York City's Madison Square Presbyterian Church, was on a mission in 1892 to clean up municipal vice and corruption. From February to May of that year, Parkhurst made headlines for his

"Beaten And Left for Dead."

Apr 27th, 2021 22m 30s

Three disturbing murders and one attempted one, all taking place in the first week of April,1892, make this episode one of the darkest yet...This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast,

"Extra Five Shocks"

Apr 16th, 2021 35m 14s

On this episode of Aghast at the Past: 1892, we explore the murder of Louis Franklosa by Jeremiah Cotto, and his eventual execution. And more tales of true crime, of course.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested

An Update

Apr 6th, 2021 2m 38s

"Horror in a House"

Mar 19th, 2021 18m 25s

In this episode, the wife and four children of Jack the Ripper suspect Frederick Bailey Deeming are found buried under cement in a Liverpool home...This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this po

"Dark Deeds Alleged"

Mar 13th, 2021 29m 20s

In this latest episode of Aghast at the Past:1892, a review of some of the most fascinating stories of true crime and tragedy of the week, including the apparently diabolical Dr. Henry M. Scudder Jr., who is alleged to have plotted to murder me

"Hazel Leighton Gets a Bullet in Her Heart."

Mar 3rd, 2021 26m 43s

On this latest episode of Aghast at the Past: 1892 - a Los Angeles prostitute is stalked by her disturbed suitor, and a man awaits execution for killing his wife with an axe. Feeback? Email Erik at [email protected] show is part of

"An Odor of Blood"

Feb 25th, 2021 26m 40s

We spend most of the episode today covering a wild and wooly train robbery and escape attempt by the boldest and most colorful 19th century outlaw that you've probably never heard of - Oliver Curtis Perry. Also - Miss Lillie Johnson has difficu

"Poison In the Biscuit"

Feb 14th, 2021 27m 30s

Tales of suffering and murder on Valentine's Day, 1892, including more details on the Freda Ward murder case.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreak