One of the most famous swindling Romeos was captured near Gate City, Virginia. Ironically, at the same time of the “Lonely Hearts” serial killers, notorious “Lonely Heart” Ernest I.
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Laura Wright is a writer and researcher of several decades. She is a multi-published author and writer. She has worked as a consultant for various media outlets, including the New York Times. Further information about Wright can be found under the "About Us," section.
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White-Livered Vixens and Vamps
The term, “white liver,” has recently found its way into Appalachian discussions. According to legend, if a woman has the dreaded white liver, her sexual appetites are so strong they kill her mate.
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Abingdon’s Dry Killers- Appalachian True Crime
J.W.
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Incident at the Swinging Bridge – Folklore Drive Winner!
The Grand Prize winning entry comes from Mr. Colin Mullins!
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Scott County’s Battle Physician
Dr. Robert Watson “Doc” McConnell was born in 1869.
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The Buchanan County Butcher
Everyone seems to have a complaint with the justice system today. The fact remains that most of us take our due process for granted.
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The Spy Who Came to Kingsport
Notorious Soviet spy Harry Gold was captured in 1950. For most of America, it just meant another enemy agent was no longer working against the nation.
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A House of Death in Carter County
The night of January 7, 1938, didn’t start with any distinction; however, the events that would happen that night forever changed Carter County, Tennessee. Three little girls would be dead, and the nation would be left asking, “why?
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Rage
William Bales visited brother-in-law Burney Bayless on October 4, 1908. He didn’t say a word as he entered the house in Johnson City, Tennessee.
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The Moon Ghost
The Moon Ghost is a name given to a series of bizarre incidents that took place in the home of Schulyer Moon, of Fluvanna County. The house was once an estate called “Church Hill,” around 12 miles from Charlottesville.