Tag: December 1900
D Poole, Violent Crime, Syracuse NY, 1900
Tragedy struck the city of Syracuse on the 23rd of December, 1900, with the untimely death of D Poole, a prominent figure in the community. The United States marshal for the northern district of New York, Poole served in the Fifty-fourth congress from 1894 to 1896 and was a veteran of the civil war. His…
Annie Wyatt, Embezzlement, Virginia 1900
On a chilly December 17, 1900, Annie Wyatt, a devoted Sunday school teacher from Richmond, Virginia, made a desperate plea to the governor of Virginia. She had been convicted of a crime that would change her life forever – and now, she begged for a pardon. Annie’s world was turned upside down when she was…
James Martin, Extradition Treaty Forgery, Texas 2022
In a stunning turn of events, San Antonio lawyer Henry Terrell has secured a rare copy of the Mexican United States Treaty, a document that outlines the extradition of criminals between the two nations. Signed on February 22, 1900, at the City of Mexico, this treaty has been shrouded in mystery, with many seeking to…
Mormon Apostles, Deceptive Preaching, New Hampshire 1900
In the sleepy winter of 1900, a peculiar presence has descended upon Manchester, New Hampshire. Mormon apostles, known for their zeal and unwavering conviction, have taken up residence in the city, holding meetings and visiting private homes. Their message, a blend of faith and mysticism, has captivated the attention of locals, but is it a…
