Greeneville’s Gossip Fatalities
Humanity has long known the dangers of idle gossip. The process of verbal embellishment and fabrication led to countless battles, social exile, and even
The Murderous Belle of Powell Valley
Emma Rogers was the prettiest lady in Claiborne County, Tennessee. Her beauty and finery earned her the title, "The Belle of Powell Valley.
A Salute to the Liar Mulhatton
For some reason, Mulhatton drew a sudden following in 1910. Perhaps it was the discovery that he was still alive, or that he'd found
Suspected Mulhattons from Unknown Authors
These fake works are often attributed to Mulhatton, but it remains to be verified if they are actually "Mulhatton originals." As a result, they
Classic Mulhattons from the Famous Liar
These are brief, paraphrased, and summarized articles from the tales and legends Mulhatton claimed. This is a unique glimpse into the imaginings of the
Joe Mulhatton: The Appalachian Baron Munchausen
Joseph "Joe" Mulhatton (1848-1913) was an icon of the Appalachians at one time who slipped through the fingers of memory. Despite a surge of
Morrison’s Phantom Steeds
One of the most notable forgotten plantations in North Carolina was the Carroll Morrison plantation. Some accounts place the ancient estate 25 miles north
Ben Burchfield, Bristol’s Axe Murderer
The proverbial "axe murderer" is a staple of many urban legends. It's been the subject of countless works in film and fiction, inspired by
The Lone Grave
A lone grave is surrounded by an old iron rail at the edge of a parking lot, around where Paroquet Springs once stood, in