Tag: Q2 1885
Murder in the Mountains: Prescott’s Dark Secret
Prescott, Arizona, June 18, 1885 – The sun had just begun to set over the bustling streets of Prescott, casting a golden glow over the town’s residents. But for one family, the evening would bring nothing but tragedy. The gruesome discovery of a brutal murder has shaken the tight-knit community to its core. According to…
Vice Presidential Wife Embroiled in Monument Protection Scandal
Indianapolis, June 10, 1885 – The wife of Vice President Thomas Hendricks has been at the center of a brewing scandal involving the protection of the nation’s monument. Two men from various parts of the United States have been seeking directions from Mrs. Hendricks on how to ensure the monument’s safety. This begs the question:…
Blood on the Streets of Richmond: A City’s Dark Past
In the sweltering summer of 1885, the streets of Richmond, Virginia, are abuzz with a sense of justice. For nearly 50 years, the city has been haunted by the memory of a heinous crime – the murder of Delia Harris, a young quadroon, by a member of one of the most powerful families in the…
Rug Heist Rocks Richmond: Thieves Make Off with Valuable Textiles
June 7, 1885, will be remembered as a day of shame for the textile community in Richmond, Virginia. In a brazen heist, thieves targeted the storied rug emporium of Levy Davis on Main Street, making off with a staggering assortment of valuable carpets and tapestries. The losses are estimated to be in excess of $418.80,…
