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The 1893 Mysterious Murder at Poplar
News of the Times Episode 463 | 1893
In this episode, we travel back to London, 1893, where a shocking crime has stunned the public. Mrs. Ann Darby, a 79-year-old widow, living on welfare in a rented apartment, is found brutally murdered in her bed—her head bludgeoned with the back of an axe.
The newspapers are outraged. If an elderly, impoverished widow isn’t safe in her own home, what is the world coming to? One suspect emerges based on witness accounts—but is it enough to secure a conviction?
We dive into this gripping case that dominated the headlines of the time.
And in today’s end of episode Further Particulars segment, we journey to Ireland, where an active poltergeist—witnessed by multiple people—is wreaking havoc on a local community.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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YouTube Chronicle of the Times: @chronicleofthetimes2024
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1895-1907: Murder Stories from Ireland | Ep36v
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1726 - 1893: When Love Goes Bad | Ep37v
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We are an independent group of historians, researchers , and actor with a passion for historical crime!
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The Mysterious Manchester Murders
News of the Times Episode 462 | 1905-1906
In this epsidoe, we journey back to Manchester in 1905.
A rag and bone man, searching for discarded treasures, makes a horrifying discovery in the cellar of an abandoned house—a battered and gagged 15-year-old boy, his life cruelly taken in an apparent act of senseless violence.
With no clear motive and the boy’s working-class background offering little in the way of explanation, the community is left reeling. His devastated family insists he was a responsible young lad, making the crime all the more perplexing.
Fast forward 18 months, and in the same area, another grim scene unfolds. As demolition workers prepare to tear down an old, derelict house, a foul stench rises from the cellar. What they uncover will add yet another layer of horror to this already chilling case.
We investigate these two shocking crimes that gripped Manchester in 1905.
And in our end-of-episode Further Particulars segment, we step into a different kind of mystery from 1908—one that left a farmer and his family utterly baffled. Objects within their home began moving inexplicably before their very eyes. Was it a trick of the mind, or something far more sinister?
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1934: The Murder of Helen Priestly | EP275
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1920-1923: SYC: The Littlehampton Poison Pen Letter Mystery | EP276
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1921: The Case of Mme Bessarabo | EP279
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1550s - 1911: Murder and Mysteries | EP283
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We are an independent group of historians, researchers , and actor with a passion for historical crime!
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The Mysterious Murderer Enabler of Norfolk: Hannah Shorten
News of the Times Episode 461 | 1832 & 1835
In today’s episode, we’re traveling back to Norfolk in the 1830s—a place left shaken by not one, but two shocking cases of multiple murder, just a few years apart. And at the center of both? Whispers of a cunning woman—another word for a witch—named Hannah Shorten.
In both cases, Hannah is said to have quietly offered her mystical advice to women desperate to change their fates.
First, in 1832, we meet Mary Wright—trapped in an unhappy marriage and seeking out Hannah Shorten for help. Soon after, both Mary’s husband and father are dead, buried on the same December day.
Then, in 1835, the small village of Burnham is rocked by another string of mysterious deaths. Once again, Hannah’s name surfaces—this time connected to two best friends, Fanny and Kate, who had also sought her counsel about their tangled love lives.
Today, we’re diving into both chilling cases and the shadowy figure of Hannah Shorten, whose influence seems to linger over them all.
And if that’s not eerie enough, stick around for our 'Further Particulars' segment at the end, where we’ll share the haunting medieval tale of the Witch of Berkeley, as recorded by the famous 12th-century historian William of Malmesbury—writing from none other than the legendary Glastonbury Abbey.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1837: Jack the Rippers Precursor - Francois Courvoisier | Ep44v
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1830's-1910's: Stories From Penny Dreadfuls | Ep86
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1836: The Murder of Hannah Brown | Ep110
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1832 - 1879: A Collection of Macabre Murders | Ep152
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Exploring The McKay Mother Murder | A Chilling 1927 Scottish Crime
News of the Times Episode 460 | 1927
In today’s episode, we are heading back to 1927 in Glasgow, Scotland.
A man rowing along the River Clyde spots what looks like a white bundle on the shore. But when he investigates… what he finds is beyond horrifying. Inside are the dismembered remains of an elderly woman — her head brutally battered, limbs severed, and signs that someone had tried to burn her head.
The gruesome discovery quickly dominates the headlines. But the case takes an even darker turn when the prime suspect is revealed... the woman's own son.
Today, we’re digging into this shocking crime — the details of the murder, the possible motives, and the final verdict.
And if that’s not chilling enough, do take a look at our 'Further Particulars' story, where we go to 1897 to explore the mystery of a bloody footprint that appears nightly in every home of a small village.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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News of the Times MURDEROUS MONDAYS
We look at a famous historical murder case of its day in detail
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News of the Times WICKED WEDNESDAYS
The dark side of historical England is explored in this series uploaded every Wednesday
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News of the Times FRIGHTFUL FRIDAYS
A collection of stories with a similar theme such as The Square miles of Murder and A Collection of Macabre Murders
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News of the Times SERIAL Killer Saturdays
An in depth look at a serial killer, the crimes and the capture, every Saturday
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The Isle of Wight Murder of 1877
News of the Times Episode 459 | 1877
Welcome to today’s episode, where we travel back to 1877 and uncover a shocking crime on the Isle of Wight.
Maria Barber, seeking a fresh start, returns to her father’s home on the island with her partner. Her father—living with a partner of his own—doesn’t question their relationship, and life in the house carries on despite whispers among the neighbours about its growing reputation.
Then, one fateful day, everything changes. While her father and his partner are away at the market, Maria bursts from the house in terror, desperately seeking help. A concerned neighbour arrives but, finding nothing amiss, soon departs.
Not long after, a gruesome scene is discovered—Maria’s body lies in a pool of blood, brutally hacked with an axe. Her faithful dog stands guard beside her lifeless form. The brutality of the attack shocks the island, and Maria’s partner is nowhere to be found.
A manhunt begins, and the case grips the nation. Who was behind this savage crime? What led to Maria’s tragic fate? And how did the chase for the prime suspect unfold?
In today’s Further Particulars story, we step into the world of the supernatural—a haunted house where a ghost is believed to have played a chilling role in the death of a child. Was it truly a case of a ghostly murderer?
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1875: Mulharro Indian prince suspected poisoner | EP343
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1872: The Remarkable Case of William Chester Minor: The Lambeth Tragedy | EP348
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Case of the Harley Street Murder Mystery of 1880
News of the Times Episode 458 | 1880
Welcome to today’s episode, where we step back in time to 1880 and uncover a chilling mystery in London’s prestigious Harley Street.
A newly hired butler, troubled by a terrible stench near the cellar, decides to investigate. Behind the cistern, he discovers a large cask, oddly topped with empty seltzer water bottles. Assuming it’s filled with more of the same, he pries it open—only to be met with a gruesome sight: the nearly naked body of a woman, eerily preserved in lime.
The shocking discovery captivated the press and brought Scotland Yard rushing to the scene.
Who was she?
How did she end up there?
And what dark secrets lay hidden behind Harley Street’s grand facades?
But that’s not the only mystery. For those drawn to the truly bizarre, in our end of episode further particulars segment we’re travel back to 1820, where a teenage servant girl stands accused of repeatedly setting fires inside a home — seemingly without explanation.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1881: The Mysterious Murder of Georgie Moore | Ep200
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1882: Scandal and Murder on Merseyside | Ep206
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1887: Evil Elizabeth Berry | Ep215
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1815 - 1882: History Compilation Special –Crime Stories That Made History | Ep228
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1822 & 1886: Firsts in Murder | Ep230
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1884 & 1928: Murders in County Durham | Ep239
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1888 - 1891: Forgotten Ripper Victims | Ep246
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Who are News of the Times?
We are an independent group of historians, researchers , and actor with a passion for historical crime!
Unlocking the Vaults of Historical Crime, your gateway to a captivating journey through the darker pages of history. We dive deep into the annals of crime, unearthing forgotten stories, unsolved mysteries, and notorious criminals from the past.Support the show
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Deadly Betrayal: The 1828 Mother’s Assassination Conspiracy
News of the Times Episode 457 | 1828
Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into a gripping tale from 1828—one that reveals a dark and twisted side of deadly loyalty.
Thomas Ellson, a 24-year-old member of a notorious sheep-stealing gang, finds himself at the centre of a shocking case. When fellow gang member James Harrison is caught for a different crime, he strikes a deal for his freedom: testifying against Ellson.
But before the trial can take place, Harrison vanishes. Rumours swirl that Ellson’s mother gathered enough money to hire assassins to silence the only witness against her son.
What follows is a case filled with betrayal at every turn—wives testifying against husbands, brothers-in-law turning on each other, a father called to convict his own son, and even a son condemning his own mother. By the end, five people stand accused in a web of treachery and murder-for-hire.
We’ll explore the crime, the players, and the shocking verdict that followed.
And in today’s Further Particulars segment, we rewind to 1811 for a bizarre weather event—one where a storm rained live alligators. Quite honestly, we hate when that happens!
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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YouTube Chronicle of the Times: @chronicleofthetimes2024
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We are an independent group of historians, researchers , and actor with a passion for historical crime!
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Exploring a Deadly Case of Jealousy and Murder
News of the Times Episode 53 | 1840
Welcome to today’s episode, where we travel back to 1881, to an isolated farm near St Columb.
Mrs. Chapman, a mother of six, finds herself at the centre of a deadly confrontation. Accused of having an affair with a farmhand brought in for the harvest, she faces her enraged husband—armed and dangerous. First, he brandishes a gun, then turns to a knife, driving it into her stomach and inflicting multiple wounds.
Was it murder or manslaughter? And more importantly—does he get away with it?
In today’s Further Particulars, we explore the chilling tale of a man whose obsession with phrenology takes a truly horrifying turn. Brace yourself—this one isn’t for the faint of heart!
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1881: The Brighton Railway Murderer - Percy Lefroy Mapleton | Ep81
https://youtu.be/J8_1oQu70LM
1813 - 1885: A Collection of Botched Executions | Ep77
https://youtu.be/h0qDK09zCKc
1887-1889: The Thames Torso Murders | Ep85
https://youtu.be/_Orpk42MUlQ
1889: PINCHN TORSO MURDER | Ep121
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We are an independent group of historians, researchers , and actor with a passion for historical crime!
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The 1905 Case of the One-Armed Bigamist Murderer
News of the Times Episode 455 | 1905
Today, we take you back to 1905 in Birkenhead, near Liverpool.
The community is left reeling when William Hancock, a well-known one-armed bailiff’s assistant, is arrested for a brutal attack on his 15-year-old daughter—an incident that unfolds after his wife narrowly escapes his murderous threats. But this shocking crime is just the beginning, as more dark secrets about Hancock come to light.
We delve into the chilling details of the case, the background, the crime, and the sur[rising final verdict.
And for a touch of the strange, our "Further Particulars" story today takes us to another eerie event from 1905—the tragic tale of a young embalmer haunted by the ghosts of those he has laid to rest. Creeeepyyyyyy!
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1900: The Louise Massett Murder Case | Ep71
https://youtu.be/TXrxFobF-J0
1903: Serial Killers on the High Seas | Ep78
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1830's-1910's: Stories From Penny Dreadfuls | Ep86
https://youtu.be/sW_VLuR044s
1903: George Chapman - The Ripper Suspect | Ep88
https://youtu.be/9RFYNYSPCL8
1667 - 1935: Stories of Being Buried Alive | Ep91
https://youtu.be/nUGkHExcR84
1927-1934: Trunk Murder Tales | Ep96
https://youtu.be/YoIk_NdPmqw
1915: George Joseph Smith - The Brides in the Bath Murderer | Ep98
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We are an independent group of historians, researchers , and actor with a passion for historical crime!
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The Sinister Plot of Murderous Mary-Anne and Her Paramour
News of the Times Episode 453 | 1831
We’re traveling back to Coventry in 1831, where a shocking murder case has captured public attention. Mary Anne and her lover, 21-year-old Edward Clarke, stand accused of poisoning her uncle, William Higgins—the man who took her in as an orphan and raised her as his own daughter.
Couples who kill together are a rare phenomenon, making this case all the more intriguing. We’ll explore the background, the crime, and the unexpected verdict that followed.
For today’s further particulars, we’ll take a quick look at another infamous poisoning case from the notorious Newgate Calendar—the chilling tale of Madame Brinvilliers!
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1828-1831: The Burkers - Feeding the Dissectors | Ep32v
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1831: The Inn of Death | Ep207
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1684 - 1831: Newgate Nasties & Bloody Broadsides | Ep300
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1831 & 1835: Killing to Catch a Husband | EP328
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1828 - 1831: The case of Burke and Hare | EP338
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The Morton Murder Mystery | What Really Happened at the Farm
News of the Times Episode 452 | 1933
In today’s episode, we take you to Towton in 1933, where a devastating fire has reduced a well-known cattle farm to ashes. The barn and sheds are completely destroyed—but the real horror lies in what’s left behind.
Amidst the charred remains of a car in the barn, investigators find a body, barely recognizable. Only a set of house keys and a wedding ring survive the flames, allowing for identification. But what first appears to be a tragic accident takes a dark turn when a postmortem examination uncovers a gunshot wound. This isn’t just a fire—it’s murder.
What follows is a tangled web of jealousy, lust, and blackmail. The victim’s wife, Mrs. Morton, had been entangled in an affair with the farm’s groom, the prime suspect in this chilling case. But was she truly guilty? And did the groom really pull the trigger?
And as we dig deeper, today’s "Further Particulars" takes us back even further—to 1801—where murder within a marriage becomes a family affair, with a mother-in-law and sister playing a shocking role in a deadly plot.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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A Hatchet, A Gunshot & A Widow’s Denial | The Chilling Case of David Buchanan
News of the Times Episode 451 | 1881
Step back to 1881 in Derry, where a truly gruesome crime has taken place.
82-year-old ex-soldier David Buchanan is found dead in his bed, his face allegedly shattered by a self-inflicted gunshot. Blood and gore cover the walls, floor, and sheets. But something doesn’t add up.
David suffered from severe palsy, was bedridden, and needed assistance with even the simplest tasks. How could he have fired the fatal shot? Suspicion deepens when the initial medical examination reveals that his face was first attacked with a hatchet—meaning the gunshot came after death.
All eyes turn to his wife, 40-year-old Elizabeth Buchanan, who vehemently protests her innocence.
Can you count the pieces of evidence pointing to the guilty party?
And if that wasn’t bizarre enough—our further particulars story from 1903 brings you the legend of a giant dog… with a woman’s head. Woof!
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1881: Margaret Messenger: The 13 Year Old Serial Killer - Serial Killer Saturdays | Ep47
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1881: The Brighton Railway Murderer - Percy Lefroy Mapleton | Ep81
https://youtu.be/J8_1oQu70LM
1881 - 1889: The West Ham Child Vanishings | Ep101
https://youtu.be/zLmqb9JB08o
1861 & 1881: Murders in Cheshire | Ep260
https://youtu.be/KGeOfdR5ivY
1881 - 1902: Tales of Women Killers in Ireland | Ep269
https://youtu.be/19hEl21NY1s
1881: Notorious Nurse Wilmot Mystery | Ep274
https://youtu.be/85gLE24hhpg
1881 & 1897 & 1905: Till Death Do Us Part – Wedding Day Murders | EP345
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Who killed William Swann in 1903?
News of the Times Episode 450 | 1903
Today, we take you to Wombwell, near Barnsley in South Yorkshire. The year is 1903.
William Swann and his wife, Emily decide to take in a lodger—John Gallagher. But what starts as a financial arrangement soon turns into something far more dangerous.
The Swanns' marriage is already volatile, and tensions reach a breaking point when Emily and Gallagher's not-so-secret affair comes to light. William throws Gallagher out and bans him from ever returning. But Gallagher does return—when William is supposed to be away.
What happens next is brutal. William Swann is beaten to death. But by whose hand?
Did Gallagher, the lodger-turned-lover, strike the fatal blow? Did Emily wield the poker that ended her husband’s life? Or was it a crime committed together?
This twisted tale offers a very late revelation from the judge at the end of the trial which better answers the question of who killed William Swann.
Join us as we uncover the background, the crime, and the shocking verdict in this chilling tale.
And in today’s Further Particulars, we explore a bizarre lawsuit involving a dead body used in traveling shows—because sometimes, truth is stranger than fiction.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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1812 - 1902: A Collection of Stories from Spooky England | Ep62
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1900: The Louise Massett Murder Case | Ep71
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1903: George Chapman - The Ripper Suspect | Ep88
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The Case of the Cambridge Killing
News of the Times Episode 449 | 1881
Today, we travel back to Cambridge in 1882, where a shocking and suspicious death has rattled the community.
Mrs. Emma Howell, the long-suffering wife of an insurance salesman, has died—but the circumstances suggest it was far from natural. For years, she confided in family about her mistreatment at the hands of her husband. With her son recently married and out of the house, Mrs. Howell found herself alone—and afraid.
Investigators soon uncovered troubling details surrounding her death. In this episode, we delve into the case, exploring the background, the crime, and the verdict.
And in our Further Particulars segment, we stay in Cambridge to uncover a chilling tale of a house plagued by a vengeful spirit—one with a peculiar habit of tearing people's clothing. *Rip*
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1887: When Obsession Turns to Murder - The Chocolate Cream Killer | Ep52
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1813 - 1885: A Collection of Botched Executions | Ep77 https://youtu.be/h0qDK09zCKc
1815 - 1882: History Compilation Special –Crime Stories That Made History | Ep228
https://youtu.be/m1_tkiiay20
1822 & 1886: Firsts in Murder | Ep230
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1884 & 1928: Murders in County Durham | Ep239
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Case of the St Neots Murder: A Widow's Secret Romance Leads to Murder
News of the Times Episode 448 | 1898
In today's episode from Victorian England, we have a story of scandal, betrayal, and dark secrets in the quiet town of St Neots, Cambridgeshire.
Annie Holmes, a widowed mother of three, has been having intimate relations with her cousin, Walter Horsford—a young farmer with his own ambitions. When Walter moves on and marries another, Annie drops a shocking revelation… She’s pregnant.
What follows is a tale of passion, deception, and a community left in shock. We take a look at the crime, the courtroom drama, and the verdict in this gripping love triangle.
And for the creepy factor…
In our further particular's tale, we uncover a chilling Victorian superstition—a family desperate to exhume their dead sister, believing an item buried with her has cursed them with relentless misfortune.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1869: The Pantin Massacre | Ep125
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1865: Dr Edward Pritchard | Ep131
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1860: The Walworth Murderer - William Godfrey Youngman | Ep183
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https://youtu.be/DMv9apwQyTg
1810 - 1867: Serial Killer Children | Ep187
https://youtu.be/BWXNgZzifPU
1844 - 1864: Murderous Stories from Cheshire | Ep190
https://youtu.be/1w19W1S3w1I
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The Twisted Case of The Stepney Murder
News of the Times Episode 447 | 1860
Today, we take you to 1860 Stepney, East London.
When wealthy widow Mary Emsley vanishes, concerned neighbours alert the police. Forcing entry, officers uncover a gruesome scene—Mrs Emsley, brutally bludgeoned, her skull shattered. A crime of greed, but with a twist: the cautious landlady would only have opened her door to someone she trusted.
A hefty reward sparks fresh leads, with a witness claiming to have seen a suspect hoarding her stolen goods. But is this the true killer—or a cunning ploy to claim the reward?
A gripping tale of murder, deception, and betrayal.
Our end of episode further particulars story:
a wife’s deadly plot to poison her husband and dispose of him at sea—only to be caught in the act!
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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1869 - 1898: Joseph Vacher - The French Ripper | Ep159
https://youtu.be/-yBOUy0ZTs8
1862: Martin Dumollard: The Maid Killer | Ep179
https://youtu.be/Bx-GZSxRAec
1860: The Walworth Murderer - William Godfrey Youngman | Ep183
https://youtu.be/6Ybsvn4ufQA
1869: William Sheward | Ep184
https://youtu.be/DMv9apwQyTg
1810 - 1867: Serial Killer Children | Ep187
https://youtu.be/BWXNgZzifPU
1844 - 1864: Murderous Stories from Cheshire | Ep190
https://youtu.be/1w19W1S3w1I
1868 - 1900: The Missing | Ep201
https://youtu.be/hKFKHT1k44A
1650 & 1860: Hand of God | Ep225
https://youtu.be/btcRY6pmbZA
1861 & 1881: Murders in Cheshire | Ep260
https://youtu.be/KGeOfdR5ivY
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The Case of the Fatal Refusal
News of the Times Episode 446 | 1863
In today’s episode, we journey to Derbyshire in 1863.
Elizabeth “Bessie” Goodwin, 22, is known for her kindness and remarkable talents. For years, she has shared an understanding of engagement with George Townley—a musically gifted but financially struggling young man. With Townley living miles away in Manchester, their relationship is sustained largely through letters. However, marriage remains an impossible dream.
Bessie resides with her devoted grandfather, whose guest—a charismatic and eloquent clergyman—soon catches her eye. Drawn to his charm, she accepts his proposal and ends her relationship with Townley.
But Townley, though quiet by nature, is a man of intense emotion. Unwilling to accept their parting without hearing it from Bessie herself, he seeks her out. Their final meeting ends in tragedy.
The case gripped the nation, igniting debates about love, commitment, and the morality of a woman choosing a new suitor over an old promise.
We unravel this sensational case—its background, the crime, and the verdict.
And in our closing further particulars segment…
We explore a chilling mystery from the same era: the unexplained death of an elderly woman whose image remains eerily imprinted on a glass pane—resisting all attempts to erase it.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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1868: Frances Kidder– the Last female Public Execution | Ep100
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1865-1920: Madness, Mayhem and Murder on the Railways | Ep106
https://youtu.be/TgAqhsp3xdY
1869: The Pantin Massacre | Ep125
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Uncovering the Brutal 1878 Limerick Dung Heap Murder
News of the Times Episode 445 | 1878
Today, we journey back to Limerick in 1878, where a gruesome discovery shocks the community. What begins as routine labour for two workers takes a horrifying turn when they unearth the remains of a child buried beneath a dung heap. But the horror doesn’t end there — within hours, they make an even more disturbing find: the decomposing body of a woman hidden in the very same pile.
As the investigation unfolds, secrets emerge, connections are revealed, and the case takes a startling twist. Who were these victims? What led to their tragic fate? And how did a man with no apparent ties to the crime become entangled in its dark revelations?
Join us as we unravel one of Ireland’s most chilling cases and uncover the shocking verdict that stunned the nation.
And stay tuned until the end for a fascinating look at a legendary omen of doom—the Black Pig of Irish folklore.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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EPISODE
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1872: The Murder at Great Coram Stree | Ep224
https://youtu.be/lXJWjOTjNM8
1873: The Holywood Murders of Ireland | Ep226
https://youtu.be/LCkARM2Yr5w
1870-1922: Murder by Burying Alive | Ep234
https://youtu.be/WPTXgwrt9bo
1871: Joseph Phillipe - The French Ripper | Ep236
https://youtu.be/DmOQZE3nqqQ
1871: The Baronet whipping of street child | sh8
https://youtu.be/Mycv9uYfeIQ
1879: The Notorious Case of Charles Peace | Ep263
https://youtu.be/d7lyrfBco5A
1871 - 1910: Scorned: Jilted Partners and Vengeance | Ep264
https://youtu.be/IyU0PpewCD0
1875 & 1892: Murder and Scandal in Wales | EP265
https://youtu.be/Xq_sReKN_K4
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We are an independent group of historians, researchers , and actor with a passion for historical crime!
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Exploring the Gruesome 1868 Outrage and Murder in Scotland
News of the Times Episode 444 | 1869
In today’s episode, we journey back to Scotland to the year 1868 — a time of change. And at the heart of it, a crime so chilling in its day, it would capture international attention.
Robert Smith, a young drifter, and man of occasional employment one fateful day, visits a house with a lone middle aged woman with a nefarious plan in mind.
However, his plan is diverted when a nine-year-old girl crosses his path. Her errand of fetching groceries becomes her last journey. She never makes it to the store.
But Smith isn’t finished. Believing he has only one witness, he returns to silence the lone woman forever.
And so, in Dumfries, Scotland, in front of a silent crowd, Robert Smith would meet his end — his execution marking the final public hanging in Scottish history.
In our further particulars segment at the end of this episode, we take a look at one of final assignments of England’s most prolific executioner, William Calcraft. The man who hanged hundred would soon hang up his own noose.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
#NewsofTheTimes #truecrimedocumentary #truecrime #truecrimepodcast #victorian #history #scotland
Patreon: patreon.com/NewsoftheTimesHistoricalCrime
YouTube Chronicle of the Times: @chronicleofthetimes2024
EPISODE
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1868: Frances Kidder– the Last female Public Execution | Ep100
https://youtu.be/zK4WuKx9p8k
1865-1920: Madness, Mayhem and Murder on the Railways | Ep106
https://youtu.be/TgAqhsp3xdY
1869: The Pantin Massacre | Ep125
https://youtu.be/PmxL0CE5iUY
1865: Dr Edward Pritchard | Ep131
https://youtu.be/w0XXXGnE-6g
1866: The Todmorden Murders | Ep137
https://youtu.be/wDrB26rPxWQ
1859-1861: Forgotten Fridays 1859-1861 | Ep142
https://youtu.be/4SXWSqdr9Mw
1869 - 1898: Joseph Vacher - The French Ripper | Ep159
https://youtu.be/-yBOUy0ZTs8
1862: Martin Dumollard: The Maid Killer | Ep179
https://youtu.be/Bx-GZSxRAec
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Who are News of the Times?
We are an independent group of historians, researchers , and actor with a passion for historical crime!
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A Shocking 1824 Irish Exorcism Gone Wrong
News of the Times Episode 443 | 1824
In today’s episode, we travel back to 1824, Ballymore, Ireland, where one extraordinary case shakes the community to its core, revealing the deep divides within the country.
The Rev. Mr. John Carroll is on a self-proclaimed mission to cast out devils from the poor and afflicted of the area. Some argue that he is more interested in crafting a reputation as a living saint. Regardless, his following is large and devout.
On one particular day in June 1824, Rev. Carroll announces his intention to work miracles, drawing hundreds of onlookers eager to witness his divine acts.
In a shocking twist, his so-called miracles include stomping out demons—literally. But his actions don’t stop there. When he encounters a crying three-year-old girl, his focus turns to her, leading to events that would send shockwaves through Ireland and England.
This infamous case left a lasting mark on history.
Further delving into the bizarre and creepy, today’s end of episode further particulars story also hails from Ireland. It involves medical students, skeletons, and an event out of a horror film.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
#NewsofTheTimes #truecrimedocumentary #truecrime #truecrimepodcast #victorian #history
Patreon: patreon.com/NewsoftheTimesHistoricalCrime
YouTube Chronicle of the Times: @chronicleofthetimes2024
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1767 - 1829: Employers Who Torture | Ep40v
https://youtu.be/ptzDW7hwK4M
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