Junction City Justice

Send us a textWelcome to our season finale! Everything is Jake though, we'll be dropping some Ogden Shorts and Mugshot Stories throughout the summer to keep you entertained, and then we'll be back in the Fall with a whole new season of the historical stores you've come to enjoy. In the meantime kick back and enjoy the Jazzy times of the boozehounds, juice joints, spiffies, flappers, and as always, all things Ogden-centric of our diamond-in-the-rough town of O-Town of the 1920's. Stories of murder, mayhem, a heavy dose of - what was it like to live through this - and the people who held it all together. Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textOur annual tribute to the fallen. However, we have added some brothers from other jurisdictions to this one, and some we knew personally. Remember we honor the way they lived by the way we live. Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textIn this episode we take a look at what happens when international and infamous swindler Harry Cooper goes up against Ogden's Own Chief Detective Pender in the early 1900's. It's a debonair hustler vs cowboy common sense in a game of cat-and-mouse. Was Pender up to the task? Find out in our latest episode.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textHave you ever frequented a local business or toured an old building and wondered what stories the building could tell if the walls could talk? Today we take a deep dive into 113 25th Street, today 111 25th Street. This was at one time the rowdy Senate Saloon run by a colorful character. We will reach through time and shake hands with him as well as dive into some of the stories the building could tell if it could talk. So give this episode a listen and then go do some hot yoga or have a cup of coffee here and think about who occupied the spaces we occupy before us and listen close for their ghosts. Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textWhat type of man does it take to walk a foot beat on 25th Street in the late 1800's and early 1900's? What was police work like at the Turn-of-The-Century in Junction City? And how did these men manage to keep such a tumultuous and transitioning population in check? Join us for the fights, foot chases, and more as we take a foot beat on rowdy 25th Street with William Darius "WD" Silvey, one of the first of the violent gentlemen that called Ogden City policing their career.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textDid you know that at one time Ogden had a thriving Chinatown? So much so, that one popular man with ties to the Tong Gangs on the coast ruled with an iron fist. Take a walk with us back in time to the streets of Ogden's Chinatown and learn about the shocking murder that sent waves through the city on the next Junction City Justice Podcast.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textMerry Christmas from the Junction City Justice podcast! This month, we are bringing you a very special episode about Polo Afuvai's life and career. Brought to Ogden on a football scholarship, Polo worked his way from a Weber State police officer to an Ogden City detective and Tac Squad member. What exactly was the Tac Squad and what was it like to be an Ogden City cop in the 1970s & 1980s? We will let Polo tell you about that. Polo ultimately worked his way up to Chief of Police of the North Ogden Police Department.  A position he held for over 30 years. Our sincere appreciation to Polo and the Afuvai family for creating this opportunity and sitting down with us.  Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textWelcome back to the Junction City Justice Podcast. Who doesn't like exploring a little history during the Holidays. As our pre-Thanksgiving gift to you we have given you this mega episode. You probably didn't know this, but in June, and thanks to Ray Hobbs, the 95th Bomb Group had their reunion right here in our hometown of Ogden, Utah. We were blessed to get the invite to tag along to help preserve some of their legacy and history and we have brought that to you here. Enjoy these excellent stories as told by the family members of those who served in the 95th Bomb group. And if you get a chance head over to Youtube and check out the companion video that we shot for this event. Also take the time to visit the 95th Bomb group Facebook page and consider donating to keep the legacy and traditions of the greatest generation alive! And a sincere thank you to the 95th Bomb Group Memorial Foundation for allowing us the honor of covering this event!Justice With Victory!Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textWelcome back to Part II of the Last Ride of the Furey Gang! If you enjoyed the first episode then saddle up because this story just gets more wild as we go. For a gang that was larger and more violent at their height than the Sundance Gang, and based largely out of Ogden, history has all but forgotten them until we rediscovered them. What crime did their members commit in Salt Lake that led to a nationwide manhunt? And what true story happened that would be too outlandish to be believed, if not for the fact that we have the historical record and receipts to back it up? Join us for the second and final installment of Last Ride of the Furey Gang Part II!Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textOgden, Utah comes with a rough-and-tumble local reputation, but what is that built on? What if we told you that a notorious gang of outlaws led by one of the most dangerous individuals the west had, was based right here out of Ogden? And what would the battle between the outlaws of the Furey Gang and the coppers of the Ogden Police look like?Lucky for you we have all the answers right here, and on top of that, this has all been lost to local history and we have rediscovered it here, for you. Chase the gang down the trail with us in the dying days of the Wild West as we take the Last Ride of the Furey Gang.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a textWe hope you have all had a great summer. We have been busy this summer, as we've hinted, getting to know Ogden's own living legend Ray Hobbs, and his wonderful family. First and foremost we'd like to thank them for their trust in preserving their grandfather's legacy. We'd also like to thank Ray for taking the time to sit down with us repeatedly, and giving us the opportunity to honor him. Ray was a B17 pilot in World War Two. But he is so much more than that. A son, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, member of the Greatest Generation, and a Son of Ogden. If you attended the rodeo on Military Appreciation Night you got a glimpse of Ray Hobbs. Now we take you in-depth into what a great Man he is. From his memories of Old Ogden to his time in the Service and present day, we are pleased to bring you Ogden's Own Ray Hobbs - The Story of a B17 Pilot. 100 years in the making.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a Text Message.Happy Independence Day everyone! We have a few interesting stories with our old rival to keep you entertained, for those with a busy week ahead, and some upcoming news from the podcast. Happy Birthday America, and Happy Independence Day all.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a Text Message.Take a moment, if you will, to imagine being a local Ogden boy growing up traveling the streets of Ogden from Wall to Harrison and roaming the Wasatch mountains. The same trails you and I walk on, the same mountains, and the same views. Now imagine being plucked out of Ogden and thrust into the cauldron that was the early air war for American young men in World War 2. Walk with us as we follow Blakely's footsteps into the African Campaign and join us as we take to the skies with Blakely in his P-40 Warhawk to go up against an experienced and deadly Luftwaffe adversary in our latest edition of Junction City Justice - Ogden's Masters of the Air - Robert Blakely, the Humble Hero.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Send us a Text Message.Hey everyone, it is a special and solemn time. Police Week, where we honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for the Ogden community. This is an updated episode with another Officer and will also have some new updates at the back of the episode. We are here to honor those who came before us, so please take a moment out of your day to pay respects to those who paid the price to serve their community. We'll be back with some new and exciting episodes that we are currently working on.  So keep an eye on June because we have some great things in the works for you!Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Like so many cities, Ogden is not without its dark tragedy as well. What happened on the night of July 23, 1943? Who were the victims and what were their stories? Who was the ultimate evil perpetrated by and what set this vile human off? And what happened to them? We go in-depth on this look into one of the darkest days in the history of Junction City because sometimes the best thing for the dark is to expose it to the light of truth. On the next episode of Junction City Justice..Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Hey everyone! Don't fret, this is just a quick update about the Podcast to let everyone know that life happens, and it's happened to us. All good things, but our production on new episodes is still ongoing and has pushed back our timeline in which we will need a few extra days to get the production done on our next episode. Please stick with us as we guarantee the stories will be worth the wait, and it's just a few extra days. Thank you all so much for the support!Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

In our next installation of Ogden's Masters of the Air, join us for Raymon C. Beus. A local Ogden boy who grew up from humble beginnings and left 148 33rd Street to join the Army Air Corps as a waist gunner in the B-17 known as "Hellcat". Beus was involved in the early air war of World War 2 and if you know about that you know how dicey things were in comparison to the later air war time period. So join us as we introduce you to Raymon, his father Heber, his mother Lucinda, and the others who fought for our freedoms in the skies over Europe on this our latest of Junction City Justice: Ogden's Masters of the Air. Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Our special mini series kicks off the inaugural episode of Ogden's Masters of the Air with Fred Blakely, a local Ogden boy who brought the City of Ogden to the Pacific Theatre and the Japanese home front. Do we mean that literally? You'll have to listen to find out. Join us as we examine Fred's storied career, the bombing missions, the first hand accounts, and our tribute to Lt. Col. Blakely's experiences in taking the fight to Japan in his B-29 Superfortress. While listening take a moment to pay your respects to these brave aviators and consider the mental, physical, and emotional cost of what was needed to win the war.  Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

A man who dedicated over 30 years of his life to a career that spanned four different decades! As close as we can come to a time machine, today we sit down with a tough-as-nails beat cop, who walked a foot beat on the roughest street in the city back before it was a popular tourist destination and a historic district. Join us in an interview with one of OPD's oldest living Police Officers whose legacy, along with others, makes us have to be worthy of living up to the term Ogden's Finest. Come sit down with Clemens and join us as we jump back through time.  Car chases, fights, foot chases, murder, the secret to his longevity, and more on this episode of Junction City Justice!Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Here it is Junction City! Season 3 episode 1 and we think it's a doozy. James H "Jim" Gillespie Jr in his own words is going to give you a perspective that's inspiring and at times jaw-dropping. From his childhood in Ogden through Vietnam, an undercover cop throughout Ogden and the State of Utah, and into being an administrator of a number of law enforcement organizations with a behind the scenes look, this one is a can't miss. We spent a lot of time and effort putting this one together so we really hope you enjoy it. Welcome to Season 3.There's so much to unpack here, but we are going to let Jim tell it in his own words. Beware the Tall Dark Stranger..Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

The early 1900's were a wild time in policing if you really stop to think about it. In one town you can be a respectable citizen, in the next town a pariah. And for a fresh start, move to a new area and your past becomes whatever you want it to be. So who or what exactly was Dr EH Harding? And what happened when he ran afoul of Ogden's finest - Pinnock, Pender, Wislon and others? Was the respected Doc duped by the devilish young dame? Or has he finally been exposed to the light of day thanks to historical Detective work?Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Well here it is. The episode we've promised you for weeks and arguably, our most anticipated episode to date. Belle London. If you've heard of early 1900's Ogden, you've heard the name. But what do you really know about her? Feminist Icon or Human Sex Trafficker? Madame or Monster? Is it possible to be both? One thing is certain, the Ogden you know would not be the Ogden you know without her. Arguably the most influential power broker in the city's history, we present you the facts of her story and you be the judge.  But we guarantee you this, our Junction City Jurors:  You'll likely be shocked at her story and the revelations about the city at the time contained within this podcast. Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

To  honor our fallen brothers in blue, we present our Police Week 2023  bonus episode. Take a moment to briefly learn the circumstances around those who gave everything to try to make their community a safer place. Ogden wouldn't be the same without them.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Junction City criminals meet street-smart and Philly-bold Detective George Theobald, in our latest episode. Exactly the type of of person we do this episode for - the hardworking Everyman, who didn't seek attention, but deserves to be remembered. A Detective who handled murder, car chases, crime sprees, and delivered one-punch knockout power. Philadelphia born but Ogden Made. All of this and more, but you have to listen for the details.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Welcome Back! One question,Do you think you know Ogden?Did you know a man was lynched in front of City Hall? Do you know about the Captain Brown wild west shootout? Does the name Seymour Clark ring out? What about murdering train robbers?All of this and more in our period piece episode and homage to Ogden from 1870-1910's. When you're done with this episode, Teddy Roosevelt's 1903 visit will be the last thing on your mind.Do you think you know Ogden?Covering the earliest city era of Ogden from 1870 to the 1910's. We've packed this episode with as many period pieces and as much police action as possible. Join us as we take you to the dusty yet-to-be-paved streets of O-Town as it blossoms into a full-blown metropolis. P.S. If you're worried about a main player missing from this time, don't worry and stick with us, she's getting her own episode this season. Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Our Valentine's Day surprise to our listeners. We were fortunate enough to be able to sit down with Marshall "Doc" White's grandson Bronson. Bronson is a very intelligent young man and also the host of his own project Big Black Craniums, a podcast and vlog-cast reviewing books. It just so happens we have a book in common, White's City, written about the Man, Myth, and Legend that is Doc White. So we collaborated and got to have fun and engaging chat about all things Marshall White and the White family as well as review some of the more entertaining stories from the book. Shoutout to Bronson, Ron, and the White family as a whole for the support and love they have shown Junction City Justice, and let's make sure to return that love out of respect for Marshall White in the form of support to the White family and their projects and the Marshall White Center. We hope you enjoy this episode and our revisiting of one of the area's great men. Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Join us for second half of the story of the legendary Marshall "Doc" White. What if I told you because of Doc there was a "Marshall White Center" before the Marshall White Center?  What of his Police escapades? Who was the legendary blues musician that became White's best friend and how did they meet? We answer these questions and more.Find out why Doc White was the Man for His Time in His City. Hear from his contemporaries like Jim Gillespie Jr and Ron White and join us as we give you Marshall White, a man who we should all strive to be like, but will never be duplicated. Our thanks to the White family and Jim Gillespie for and the friendships we have made with them along the way. And our thanks to you, dear listener, for your patience as we wanted to tell the whole story, not just a quick story. Spoiler Alert - Stay tuned for a bonus edition episode in which Shane and Doc's grandson Bronson of the Big Black Craniums vlogcast/podcast sit down and discuss the book White's City by Allen Del Richards. The book was a very much needed reference to tell the whole story of Doc. Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

In part one of a two-part series we cover the early life of Marshall "Doc" White. Through exhaustive research and an interview with his son, Ronald White, we piece together the story of Marshall "Doc" White's early life that started in the humble beginnings of Humboldt, Tennessee in 1909. It is an amazing journey from the sharecropper fields of Tennessee to the tight-knit church community of Muncie, Indiana and through the halls of Northwestern University's Institute of Surgery in Chicago. His amazing journey through medical school and his military service in World War II, with all the trials and tribulations he experienced, you can listen to why Marshall "Doc" White developed a drive to become the man who lifted a community in Ogden. This story is about the man who was Marshall Neil White. The man who was so much more than an Ogden Police Officer who lost his life in the line of duty.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, True Crime, Historic 25th Street, Two-Bit Street, Ogden True Crime, Utah True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Tales of Policing, History, History Podcast

Our surprise episode drop for National Podcast Day. We thought we'd switch things up a little bit and as we discuss in the episode, give you the flip side of the coin in local gang leader Frank Melanos. Find out where Frank set up shop and ran his bootlegging operation. Join us as he turns his gang of bootleggers into bank robbers and hear of their rise and downfall. What is the shocking end to one of his gang members? What'd he say he'd never do with his dying words? And who popped him enough times to get him to leave the area? Join us in our special surprise episode as we tell you about the type of crook our 1930's era blue line boys took down on this extra edition of Junction City Justice.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Two-Bit Street, 25th Street, Historic 25th Street, Gangsters, True Crime, Police, Police Podcast, Electric Alley, Gangsters, Junction City, Little Chicago, True Crime Stories, Prohibition, Bootlegger, Bootlegging

Charles Manzel was murdered on his first night back with the Ogden Police Department May 9, 1921 after a stint as a foot-beat Patrolman from 1914 to 1919, while investigating a burglary-in-progress. That is what he is remembered for. But, dare we ask, while all Police Officers who made that ultimate sacrifice should be honored, what should they be remembered for? What happened to them? Or so much more? We explore these themes along with Manzel as an Officer, his murder, and the aftermath. But we also explore his personal life, personal experiences, life in the Gilded Age in Ogden, Manzel's personal interests, and so much more. Join us and get to know the man behind the murder. As well as the strange sequence of events that led to a spot opening up so that Manzel could return to the Ogden Police in the first place. Time and our spots in time are a strange thing. One small change in sequence and the whole timeline would not have occurred. Something to ponder on as you learn about Manzel and what took place in Ogden. Ogden, Ogden Police, Junction City, Junction City Justice, Two-Bit Street, Twobit Street, Electric Alley, Historic 25th Street, True Crime, True Crime Podcast, True Crime Utah, True Crime Ogden, True Crime Ogden Police, Police Podcast, Police Work Podcast, Police Ogden Utah Podcast

William Kerr Milligan, known to most as "Bill" or "Captain Bill", but to Mike St. James, he was "Pop", grandfather extraordinaire. Here we visit with the legacy of a Scotch-Irish immigrant who makes his own way coming to America at age 11. In this episode, which takes place in the late 20's into the 50's, we'll visit the dichotomy of a Man who is tasked with investigating the horrific slayings of females on a Thursday and is there to take his adoring grandson to baseball games on a Saturday and the inner strength he displayed that went unspoken, but is very much apparent through his history. Mike St. James has a way with words in describing "Pop" that are so vivid that he will take you back to Pop's living room while he sits in his chair smoking his pipe and reading his newspaper. Join us as we shake hands through the past decades with Bill Milligan as he rose from the rough streets of Junction City in the late 20's walking a foot beat to Captain of Detectives investigating two sexual predator serial killers at practically the same time. Hollywood couldn't have written a better story than the one that played out in real life, and we'd be remiss if we didn't mention he served in the US Army in the campaign in Mexico to capture Pancho Villa and WWI, and later the US Navy in WWII. Public Service personified. We are honored that Mike St. James took the time to share "Pop" with the rest of us, and may we all aspire to be a little more like Bill/Pop. Pay attention for some cameo appearances from some of our past episodes.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Two-Bit Street, Junction City, Junction City Justice, True Crime, Ogden Police, Ogden Police Stories, Utah Police Stories, True Detective, Historic 25th Street

Episode 11, The rest of the story, as Paul Harvey would say. Ogden, Utah - We revisit our old friends Pender, Noble, Keeter, Burk, Stettler, Finn, Dyer, you get the idea. As the episode is titled, these are the rest of their stories. Stories that, for whatever reason, we weren't able to get to in the podcast. A season recap, a clip show, and a return to their sagas and stories, but with something of a twist. These are some new tales on our old companions. Why was Pender policing an Ogden vs Salt Lake baseball game? What was Stettler dealing with in 1976 that is oddly familiar in 2022? Did Keeter and Ballantyne get a last laugh on Harman Peery? Why was the Saintly Tim Dyer dubbed the Unluckiest Cop on the Force from the local media?  How were Finn and Milligan always in the right place at the right time? All of this and more in this episode.Ogden, Ogden Utah, Junction City, Two Bit Street, Two-Bit Street, Historic 25th Street, 25th Street, True Crime, Law Enforcement, Cop Stories, True Crime Utah, True Crime Ogden

Ogden, Utah - Episode 10! A benchmark, and I have come across no one more deserving of the distinction of this benchmark than Tim Dyer. After researching this man and hearing of his unconditional support for the youth of the city, the man should have a statue built in his honor. His impact is still felt to this day and felt across generations of the citizens of Junction City, and it is our hope that you understand that we put our souls into this episode, given the caliber of Man that Tim Dyer was, may he never be forgotten. With live interviews with his daughter, his co-worker (Ralph) Spence Phillips, and the man himself, we hope that Tim's memory may live on forever, and may we all take a piece of Tim with us in understanding that our impact can live on through generations. We are pleased to bring you: The Legendary Tim Dyer.*NOTE - Please bare with us on the audio of Tim's interview. It is rough, but the stories are fantastic. And who are we to speak for Tim when he can tell you in his own words? We are truly honored to bring this Man's story to you.Two-Bit Street, 25th Street, Historic 25th Street, Junction City, Ogden, Ogden Utah, True Crime, Police, Police Stories, Tales of Policing

Ogden, Utah - From the 1930's to the 1950's Henry Garcia Allred detected his way through and around Two-Bit Street, putting down a number of high profile burglaries and robberies. Born in Chihuahua Mexico and ultimately migrating back to Ogden. On his off-duty time he sang in musicals, acted in plays, and was in a barbershop quartet. How does a man possess the dichotomy to track down heinous murderers on a Friday and then sing in a play on a Saturday? Well, it turns out, unbeknownst to him, that his great-great-grand nephew is doing the same thing (minus the singing). We profile renowned Detective at the time HG Allred and sit down with his family member in an interview to discuss what being raised in a polygamous colony means in terms of real-world application to policing. On top of that we explore the culture from a polygamist colony in Old Mexico to the streets of Ogden, mixing that kind of upbringing with policing, and there's a couple of laughs along the way. NOTE: Neither of the Allred's involved in the episode engage or engaged in the polygamous lifestyle, but they were raised with that background with the modern Allred leaving that lifestyle and family to make his own way. Two family members raised under similar circumstances, doing the same job, in the same town, separated by 100 years and I find that fascinating. We hope that you do too.  

Ogden, Utah - Junction City -  Finn's career as a lawman and copper begins as the Roaring 20's begin, bursting onto the scene filled with promise and prosperity. But much as the Great Depression loomed to bring the Gilded Age crashing to an end, will the same happen to Finn?With an innate knack due to skill and street knowledge of putting himself in the right place at the right time, many would chalk it up to the Luck of the Irish early on. But his constant ability to be about that action boss, puts Finn in a category unto himself of the episodes we've done so far. This episode, where gunfights with gangsters and kidnapped boxers meets inner demons and unhealthy coping mechanisms for a man who had many life altering events happen to him in the span of a few short months. We will also cover Finn's good friend and partner L.L. Nelson in this episode who formed a friendship and dynamic duo with Finn that came to a tragic ending. Mayor Peery's bi-polar handling of all things police and political rears its head again as Finn is named Captain of Detectives and within three weeks Chief of Police. How does it all end and what is the lesson to be learned? Join us for a tale of Justice, Booze, Policing, Prohibition, Speakeasies, Gangsters, Boxers, Shootings, Robberies, The Most Dangerous Street in America, and all things Ogden on this episode and decide for yourself if the message Finn wants us to take away is only the action and rags-to-riches there-and-back type of tale, or is there something deeper that he would want us to learn from him?Note: This episode contains language taken directly from the article at the time. For me, this episode to date has been the most taxing to work on, but also the most rewarding, as I think for some of us there is a very There But For the Grace of God feeling to his tale. Check on your buddies and check on your People but above all, listen and decide for yourself.     

D.B. Ballantyne, one of the first members of the local Vice Squad, pick-axe murder investigator, shot at by a popular local baseball player, and the primary officer in the greatest and most involved police chase I have ever heard of. Take a trip back into the 30's, 40's, and 50's of Junction City with David Burton Ballantyne, Sergeant of Detectives who supervised CE Noble and CK Keeter (Episodes 2&3) and later retired as Captain. The steady hand that guided many an Officer through the tumultuous times of our old historical friend Mayor Harman W. Peery, political turmoil, and the rapid expansion of Ogden at this time. NOTE: This is announced at the end of this episode, but we will be changing the format a little bit moving forward. In endeavoring to bring you the best and most comprehensive content we are moving from dropping new episodes every Thursday, to new episodes as soon as we feel they are complete. We will remain consistent and constant, however we are making this change so that we can ensure you get the full story without editing anything out. This episode also has a PSA over use of the language mentioned in articles quoted. Bottom line is that after episode 1 I started editing out what would today be considered offensive and racial terms. In retrospect, this was a well-intentioned but wrong decision on my part due to my own discomfort as it takes out certain contents and components that, while offensive, show the tone of the times. I will no longer be doing that and want it noted that any offensive terminology is the vernacular of the source I'm quoting and while I personally disagree, if we do not learn from history we will repeat it. 

What drives a widowed mother of four to Police work in an actual era in which females in the profession were unheard of and controversial? Meet Fanny Adeline Jones Sanders, or Addie J Sanders as she preferred to be known. Addie was a remarkable woman. Not only was she not just satisfied with being a groundbreaker in the turbulent and violent times of the 20's, 30's, and 40's, but she stood her ground on right vs wrong and went toe-to-toe with that ol recurring character Mayor Harman Peery....and won, ultimately after a long fight, but a W is a W when it takes a grind to get there, and takes courage on multiple fronts. Interestingly, she saw a need for a specialized investigator of child and sex crimes, and without needing the title, cultivated her work toward those types of cases. To an absolute repeat groundbreaker we toast to you and salute you Addie! To a real one!Ogden Utah, Two-Bit Street, Historic 25th Street, Junction City, Ogden, True Crime, True Crime Podcast, Police, Police Podcast

Episode 5, the first benchmark of many. Our first sit-down interview with a living legend. Bill Stettler had a 30 plus year career that spanned the 60's, 70's, 80's, and 90's. Bill discusses with us his time in the Marine Corps and the many experiences of Ogden as a Police Officer. Bill was also gracious enough to discuss investigating the notorious Hi-Fi murders and several other cases that have stuck with him over the years. NOTE: This interview was conducted in August of 2021. We possess a portable studio in an effort to make our interview subjects as comfortable as possible. So, with this interview occurring in Bill's home, which is near an Air Force base, the sounds of freedom will be audible during portions of the interview. Bill's stories will carry us through these moments, but bare with us. Also, since the time of this interview the equipment has been significantly upgraded for a better listening experience. Chalk this up to growing pains, as I am continuously learning. 

Baseball game riots, Black-Hand gangsters, and "Skulking dope peddlers", from 1900-1931 Captain James Robert "Bob" Burk's career spanned the gap between Pender and Noble/Keeter. Noted for his heavy hand and impeccable memory, Burk's legacy is tied into Black-Hand gang leader JH Martin, who due to the time period was able to change his name multiple times to avoid crimes in other locations, while also being one of Teddy Roosevelt's storied Rough Riders. Something we believe we uncovered in our research that had previously been lost to history, and certainly not tied to his crimes in and around Ogden. Burk's career is as colorful as the lights on 25th Street.Two-Bit Street, 25th Street, Historic 25th Street, Junction City, Ogden, Ogden Utah, True Crime, Police, Police Stories, Tales of Policing

Staying in the time period of the 1920's-1940's, the natural transition is to talk about Noble's longtime partner, Clifford Kenneth Keeter. CK Keeter had a 32 year career with many ups and a couple of downs. He worked an axe murdering serial killer case and some other famous homicides. Keeter also had what started out as a friendly turned contentious relationship with Mayor Harmon Peery. Mayor Peery, while contributing to the growth and success of Ogden, was somewhat of a colorful shady character who liked to look the other way on certain crimes likely because along with those came kickbacks. But with the bad came the good and Ogden grew financially. Keeter ended up caught in the crosshairs and to hear the outcome you'll have to listen to the storied career of Clifford Kenneth Keeter.For photographs of Keeter, 25th Street, the suspects, and the city at the time, go follow our Instagram at JunctionCityJustice. If you like what we're doing here please give us a favorable rating and review.

In the Police profession the word "Noble" is thrown out quite a bit. *Insert Your Own Thoughts Here, however, in this particular instance the word is entirely appropriate. Look up a picture of the man and he looks like anyone else from that era. But all 5'10 180 lbs of the average looking Charles Everett Noble was a policing powerhouse. From 1918-1942 C.E. Noble and took on 25th Street, Electric Ally, and the Ogden Underworld head-on. Another larger-than-life man packed into an everyman looking package, Detective CE Noble left a legacy worth remembering. DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do NOT represent the official views and disclaimers of the Ogden Police Department. Some news articles quoted directly may contain language offensive to some, it should be noted that was the language used in the news articles at the time. 

Episode 1 and who better to start with than the larger-than-life man who stepped into a role in the larger-than-life town you've never heard of. Turn of the Century Ogden, Utah. Railroad crossroads to the western United States. A bustling town with a lively downtown centered around 25th Street bursting with Hotels, Saloons, Restaurants, Cafe's, and abutted by Electric Alley where one can find all the vice and crime that's fit to prosper.Into the scene steps James Pender, fresh of his service as a Papoon Scout in the Native Wars where he rode alongside acquaintances and friends the likes of Wild Bill Hickock, Buffalo Bill Cody, California Joe, General G.A. Custer and others. Appointed directly to an Ogden Detective and later Chief of Detectives given his background and pedigree it's a tall ask appointed to a Detective in a city this lively, but turns out, he's got kind of a knack for it. Learn more about the fascinating man you've never heard of.DISCLAIMER - This podcast does NOT represent the Ogden Police Department or it's official stances and opinions. This podcast is simply one person's passion project as someone who is a fan of and respects local history and wants to see legacies preserved. Language quoted at the time may be offensive to some, however it was the language quoted and used by news media outlets for that time period.