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Today's True Weird Stuff - The Arkansas Ghost January, 1929. A man named Connie Franklin moved to Stone County, Arkansas. The alleged 20-something began courting a 16-year-old girl named Tiller Ruminer, and on March 9th, 1929, the two were on their way to obtain their marriage license when a group of men attacked them. Tiller survived the brutal assault, but Franklin was tortured to death, and his body was burned in the woods. Months later, a pile of ashes and charred bones was discovered, leading to a bizarre moment in history that included Connie Franklin himself testifying at his own murder trial. And thus, the tale of the Arkansas Ghost was born.
A man who was murdered testifies at the trial of his accused. Will his testimony make or break the case? Hanna brings us the absolutely bat shit crazy story of Connie Franklin and Marion Rogers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-mischief-moscato--5466986/support.
In the quiet of 1929 Arkansas, the tale of Connie Franklin gripped the nation. A drifter with a devil-may-care charm, Franklin disappeared just before he was to marry a young farm girl. Soon, whispers of a gruesome murder surfaced, with accounts of violence, betrayal, and a body burned in a fiery pit. As a trial of the accused unfolded, shocking twists and dark secrets blurred the lines between victim and villain, leaving the truth shrouded in uncertainty. Who was Connie Franklin, and what truly happened in those shadowed hills? Sometimes, the dead don't stay silent. And sometimes, they don't stay dead. → Credits, References, Corrections, and More Home: https://almostcertainlynot.com/ → Support Join our Patreon with the link below. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/Almost_Certainly_Not → Post Meridiem: An Unreliable Memoir of Madness in Los Angeles Dan Lauer has a memoir available on Kindle & Paperback. Amazon: https://a.co/d/a1tPujS "Post Meridiem is an unreliable memoir of events that occurred in Los Angeles County between June and September 2009. From the bewildering cast of a state-run psychiatric hospital to the horrific exhibits of the Museum of the Morbid, Dan Lauer searches for comfort and solace from a severe depression-driven psychotic break from reality in all the wrong places."
My special guest is author Brooks Blevins, who's here to discuss his book Ghost of the Ozarks: Murder and Memory in the Upland South. Get it on Amazon.In 1929, in a remote county of the Arkansas Ozarks, the gruesome murder of harmonica-playing drifter Connie Franklin and the brutal rape of his teenage fiancée captured the attention of a nation on the cusp of the Great Depression. National press from coast to coast ran stories of the sensational exploits of night-riding moonshiners, powerful "Barons of the Hills," and a world of feudal oppression in the isolation of the rugged Ozarks. The arrest of five local men for both crimes and the confusion and superstition surrounding the trial and conviction gave Stone County a dubious and short-lived notoriety. Closely examining how the media interpreted the story and its regional setting, Brooks Blevins recounts the gripping events of the murder investigation and trial, where a man claiming to be the murder victim--the "Ghost" of the Ozarks--appeared to testify. Local conditions in Stone County, which had no electricity and only one long-distance telephone line, frustrated the dozen or more reporters who found their way to the rural Ozarks. The developments following the arrests often prompted reporters' caricatures of the region: accusations of imposture and insanity, revelations of hidden pasts and assumed names, and threats of widespread violence. Locating the past squarely within the major currents of American history, Ghost of the Ozarks: Murder and Memory in the Upland South paints a convincing backdrop to a story that remains riddled more than 80 years later with mystery mo. It's super easy to access our archives! Here's how: iPhone Users:Access Mysterious Radio from Apple Podcasts and become a subscriber there, or if you want access to even more exclusive content, join us on Patreon. Android Users:Enjoy over 800 exclusive member-only posts to include ad-free episodes, case files, and more when you join us on Patreon. Please copy and Paste our link in a text message to all your family members and friends! We'll love you forever! (Check out Mysterious Radio!)
Deidre hosts Pam's big one about Connie Franklin, Dawn's little one about Rebekah Gould murder, while we drink Dina's Arkansas Buttermilk hooch. @OzarksHaintsNHooch is Pam Atha, Dawn Larsen, Deidre Larsen McCormick, Dina Larsen Gillman
It's time to join your favorite brothers in Arkansas as we take on the murder case of Connie Franklin...aka The Arkansas Ghost Trial!Thank you everyone for listening!Be good, Stay safe and Laugh at the Dark Stuff!#Wildman #comedy #crime #truecrime #podcastthebrotherscommonplace.com*Intro Song[FREE] Acoustic Guitar Type Beat Dark Road (Sad Country RockRap Instrumental 2020)
The month of May is dedicated to FASHION photographers and to lead off the charge we start with Charlie Neuenschwander. This late bloomer to the craft has already left a well-crafted mark on the industry and we are positive you've seen his work gracing the pages of 405 Magazine.Charlie's images are well known in many agencies and professional models, including one of our favorite celebrities, Connie Franklin. His "truth in art" approach consistently delivers authentic portraits for his clients that regularly blur the definition of fashion styling. Charlie's ability to convey an emotion in the image captured is never finished until properly paired with the right post-processing treatment, created specifically for that image and never from a cookie-cutter preset demonstrates his artesian dedication.He is a dedicated family man, just as comfortable wielding a Canon 5d MkIII on set as he is roughhousing with the kids or watching the Mandalorian curled up on the couch. Charlie is an Oklahoma renaissance man.Find him online:Charlie's WebsiteCharlie's EmailFacebookInstagramVisit our YouTube Videos for more weekly inspiration!Connect on the Facebook Page for news and upcoming interview polls.Join the conversations on Flick appLeave a review on iTunes and let others know about the show.The Foto Twins love using Røde Microphones & RødeCaster Pro for smooth, quality audio on our podcast episodes. Be sure to check out their entire line of audio capture devices and tell them the FotoFacts Twins sent you!
Brooks Blevins gives a native’s view of the people, music, and colorful events that shape the Ozark region. In this episode of stories, the author and historian presents the tale of "Ghost of the Ozarks” about the infamous Connie Franklin murder trial of the 1930’s. The trial became a mysterious and worldwide spectacle involving a man who testified at the trial for his own murder.
In 1929, five men in Stone County, Arkansas were charged in the murder of Connie Franklin. There would be many twists and the turns in the case. But the biggest twist came when a man claiming to be Connie came forward to testify at his own murder trial. Read full show notes and learn more about the Connie Franklin mystery at southernmysteries.com Connect with Southern MysteriesWebsite https://southernmysteries.com/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/southernmysteriespodcast/Twitter https://twitter.com/mysteriespodEmail southernmysteriespodcast@gmail.com MusicTheme Song “Dark & Troubled” by Panthernburn. Special thanks to Phillip St Ours for permission for use. Additional Music: "Dreams Become Real", "Ambient", "Anguish", "Heavy Heart", "Osuary -6", by Kevin MacLeod. “I am a man who will fight for your honor” by Chris Zabriskie, "Last Train" by Dan Lebowitz All music Licensed Under Creative Commons. Jimmy Smith plays harmonica and guitar on this recording of "Mountain Blues", dating from March 31, 1926. From the original 78rpm disk.
On this week’s episode, hosts Cassie and Daniel talk about the contrast between the nice weather in Denver and the hellish weather in the greater D.C. area. Daniel tells Cassie about his Labor Day pool day complete with a water bottle filled with wine, and the problem with it being hot after Labor Day when all the pools close. Cassie tells Daniel about her survival at home while Matt was out of town and how she did not burn any food. The hosts take shots at Matt for not stopping at any Virginia wineries while he was in VA for a bachelor party. Cassie tells Daniel about her beer and cross-stitching experience at a local Denver brewery. The two dive into bottles of the delightfully crisp and refreshing Vinho Verde. Cassie heads to the skies to discuss Emile Chillers, "The Parachute Killer" while Daniel breaks down the bizzare historic Arkansas case involving Connie Franklin. Please rate and review us on iTunes, tweet at us @WinePunishPod, send us an email wineandpunishmentpod@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram at wineandpunishmentpod. Join the conversation on Facebook by joining our discussion group!
Old Crow Medicine Show founder Willie Watson performs live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas. Also, interviews with Willie Watson, a performance from up and coming folk artist Grace Stormont, Brooks Blevins: Ghost of the Ozarks Tale (part 3,) and Mark Jones' "Vault" segment featuring Almeda Riddle. Willie Watson is a folk singer. It’s even the title of his latest solo release. Willie was once part of the popular band Old Crow Medicine Show but has recently embarked on a solo career that finds him singing, playing guitar, banjo and harmonica. Interpreting tunes from a wide variety of influences including Ledbelly and Charley Jordan among others, Willie proves he’s right where he belongs. Grace Stormont moved to Mountain View, Arkansas to be part of the local music scene. She has embraced the music community beyond anyone’s expectations (except maybe her own.) With a powerful voice, a veteran sense of timing and feel, Grace performs with a skill beyond her age of just 15. She’s also a big Willie Watson fan, so this worked out great. Brooks Blevins provides a native’s view of the people, music, and colorful events that shape the Ozark region. The author and historian presents the conclusion of his three part series "Ghost of the Ozarks," about the infamous Connie Franklin murder trial. Mark Jones' “From the Vault” segment features a hauntingly beautiful acapella recording of roots music legend Almeda Riddle singing the classic song “Amazing Grace,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives.
"Hello Stranger" featuring Carter Family legacy Dale Jett perform live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in scenic Mountain View, Arkansas. Also, interviews with Dale Jett, Brooks Blevins: Ghost of the Ozarks Tale (Part 2,) and Mark Jones' "Vault" segment featuring The Simmons Family. Dale Jett is a proud bearer of the Carter Family musical legacy. Son of Jeanette Carter and grandson of A.P. and Sara Carter, Dale performs songs from the Carter Family song book with his group “Hello Stranger.” With his wife Teresa on bass, and Oscar Harris on auto harp, Dale keeps the music of his family tradition alive and relevant. Brooks Blevins provides a native’s view of the people, music, and colorful events that shape the Ozark region. The author and historian presents the second of his three part series "Ghost of the Ozarks" about the infamous Connie Franklin murder trial. Mark Jones' “From the Vault” segment features a recording of The Simmons Family singing the traditional song “Bright Morning Stars are Rising,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives. The segment also features a recent cut of the song done by Pam Setser (Simmons,) illustrating the legacy of music in Ozark culture.
Jay Ungar & Molly Mason perform live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas. Also, interviews with Jay & Molly, a performance from the Lazy Goat String Band, Brooks Blevins: Ghost of the Ozarks tale, and Mark Jones "Vault" segment featuring Jimmy Driftwood. Jay and Molly are veterans of the acoustic music scene on the east coast and have been performing together for well over 20 years and it really shows. Jay and Molly’s performance at the Ozark Folk Center State Park highlights all aspects of their musical style and ability. The Lazy Goat Stringband is comprised of Scott and Samuel Blake (father & son) on guitar and claw-hammer banjo and Emily Phillips on fiddle. They have regular performers at the Ozark Folk Center State Park for the past several years and one of the more popular, in demand groups in the region. Their attention to the authenticity of their sound is just as keen as their eye on making music a fun endeavor. Had he known, Ken Burns might have used some of their recordings in The Civil War, they would be right at home. Brooks Blevins gives a native’s view of the people, music, and colorful events that shape the Ozark region. The author and historian presents the first of his three part series "Ghost of the Ozarks," on the infamous Connie Franklin murder trial. Mark Jones' “From the Vault” segment features a rare recording of Jimmy Driftwood singing his hit song "The Battle of New Orleans," from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives.