Old Timey Crimey #46: Peter Kurten, The Vampire of Dusseldorf - "I'm not a platypusologist"

This week, we head to Dusseldorf to meet its infamous "vampire," Peter Kurten. A man who kept the police, the press, and the public guessing as he went on a reign of terror across the city. Plus, confused stomachs, monkey warnings, and a gaggle of Gertrudes.And remember: there are monsters out there.Make sure to come to our FB group, Twitter, Reddit, or Insta and give us some much needed brain bleach. And you'll be our heroes if you give us a 5-star review!   Don't forget about our Patreon, where you can get OTC business cards, access to bonus Old Tiny Crimeys, and exclusive early access to new full eps! Or you can paypal us at oldtimeycrimey@gmail.com. Sources: “Peter Kurten: Biography.” Biography.com. https://www.biography.com/crime-figure/peter-kurten   “Moulder.” Dictonary.com. https://www.dictionary.com/browse/moulder   “Peter Kurten.” Murderpedia/BBC/Crime Library. https://murderpedia.org/male.K/k/kurten-peter.htm   Colton Kruse. “Crocodile Moats Are Fiction, But Bear Moats Are Not.” Ripley’s Believe it or Not. https://www.ripleys.com/weird-news/crocodile-moats/   Kaushik Patowary. “The Bear Moat of Český Krumlov Castle.” https://www.amusingplanet.com/2017/02/the-bear-moat-of-cesky-krumlov-castle.html   “Peter Kurten.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Kurten   Katie Serena. “Peter Kürten — The Sadistic Crimes of The Vampire Of Düsseldorf.” https://allthatsinteresting.com/peter-kurten   “North Rhine Westphalia.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Rhine-Westphalia#Historical_population   “Serial Murderer.” FBI.gov. https://www.fbi.gov/stats-services/publications/serial-murder#five1931: Peter Kurten, the Vampire of Dusseldorf. Executedtoday.com   Biography.com   The Killer Book of Serial Killers by Tom & Michael Philbin 

Old Timey Crimey #45: The Wineville Chicken Coop Murders - "World's Worst Treasure Hunt"

This week, we delve into the murders that made a whole town change its name, which were only solved because of one brave, resourceful 19-year-old Canadian.  Plus: The Little Rascals Yot Club, strong feelings about Canadian bacon, and Tom Mix trivia.  And remember: you can only have three names if you're a Nascar driver, a barrister, or a serial killer.  Make sure to come to our FB group, Twitter, Reddit, or Insta and give us some much needed brain bleach. And you'll be our heroes if you give us a 5-star review!   Don't forget about our Patreon, where you can get OTC business cards, access to bonus Old Tiny Crimeys, and exclusive early access to new full eps! Or you can paypal us at oldtimeycrimey@gmail.com.  Sources: “The Wineville Chicken Coop Murders.” Crime Museum. https://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-library/serial-killers/wineville-chicken-coop-murders/ “Wineville Chicken Coop Murders.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wineville_Chicken_Coop_murders “The LAPD: 1900-1925.” LAPD Online. http://www.lapdonline.org/history_of_the_lapd/content_basic_view/1108 Joe Domanick. “Public Corruption, L.A.-Style: Where Have the Notorious Gone?” L.A. Times. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1998-jan-25-op-11942-story.html Gina Dimuro. “The Murders That Caused A Town To Change Its Name – And Inspired An Angelina Jolie Movie.” All That’s Interesting. https://allthatsinteresting.com/wineville-chicken-coop-murders “Record Will Prove Birth Farm Killer.” Madera Tribune. https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=MT19290201.2.2&e=-------en--20--1--txt-txIN--------1 “Held Guilty Murders at Death Farm.” Medera Tribune. https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=MT19290208.2.2&e=-------en--20--1--txt-txIN--------1 “Tom Mix.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Mix “Silent-film star Tom Mix dies in Arizona car wreck; brained by ‘Suitcase of Death’.” History.com.  https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/silent-film-star-tom-mix-dies-in-arizona-car-wreck-brained-by-suitcase-of-death Amanda Sedlak-Hevener. “12 Grim Facts About The Northcott Family And The Wineville Chicken Coop Murders.” Ranker. https://www.ranker.com/list/facts-about-wineville-chicken-coop/amandasedlakhevener Mara Bovsun. “As many as 20 boys in Wineville, Calif., die at the hands of sadistic sex maniac Gordon Stewart Northcott in the late 1920s.”  NY Daily News. https://www.nydailynews.com/news/justice-story/california-crop-horror-1920s-article-1.1229595 theoccultmuseum.com Riverside Public Library: James Jeffrey Paul research materials https://www.riversideca.gov/library/history_aids_northcutt.asp New York Times

Old Timey Crimey #42: Theft of the Irish Crown Jewels - "Pulling a Shackleton"

 This week, we're diving into the misnomer-iest case of all--the theft of the Irish Crown Jewels! Or rather, the theft of the not-technically-Irish not-crown-jewels! We'll talk the circumstances of the case, possible suspects, and new developments even decades after the theft.  Plus, don't miss: Irish pub names, the wonder of Antarctic cafes, and casting our new 70s buddy cop show! You'll be our heroes if you give us a 5-star review! You can also follow us on Podbean, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. While you're at it, hit us up on our FB group, Twitter, Reddit, or Insta to talk Old Timey Crime.      Don't forget about our Patreon, where you can get OTC business cards, access to bonus Old Tiny Crimeys, and exclusive early access to new full eps! Or you can paypal us at oldtimeycrimey@gmail.com. And remember...check the safe every so often.  Sources:  “On This Day: The Irish Crown Jewels disappear from Dublin Castle in 1907.” Irish Central. https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/irish-crown-jewels-stolen “History: A Short Intruction to the History of Dublin Castle.” Dublin Castle. https://www.dublincastle.ie/history/ “Order of St. Patrick.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Order_of_St_Patrick “The Theft of the Irish Crown Jewels, 1907.” History Ireland. https://www.historyireland.com/20th-century-contemporary-history/the-theft-of-the-irish-crown-jewels-1907/ David Murphy. “Frank Shackleton.” History Ireland. https://www.historyireland.com/20th-century-contemporary-history/frank-shackleton/ Jennifer Duffy. "Theft of the Irish Crown Jewels" https://www.dublincastle.ie/the-theft-of-the-irish-crown-jewels/  “Irish Crown Jewels.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irish_Crown_Jewels The Daily Beast uwyo.edu

Old Timey Crimey #41: Gilles de Rais - "The Tommy Wiseau of Evil"

This week, we delve into what may be history's first recorded serial killer, Gilles de Rais. This man fights alongside Joan of Arc and also murders many, many children--maybe? He definitely takes his financial advice from sorcerers, as we all should.  Plus! A demon familiar/Nigerian prince, choreographed executions, and our favorite witch hunter returns! You'll be our heroes if you give us a 5-star review! You can also follow us on Podbean, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. While you're at it, hit us up on our FB group, Twitter, Reddit, or Insta to talk Old Timey Crime.     Don't forget about our Patreon, where you can get OTC business cards, access to bonus Old Tiny Crimeys, and exclusive early access to new full eps! And remember, if you're in a painting of a trial, make sure you practice your Vanna White gestures. You'll need them. Sources:   “Gilles de Rais: History’s First Serial Killer?” Encyclopedia Britannica https://www.britannica.com/story/gilles-de-rais-historys-first-serial-killer “Siege of Orleans.” Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/event/Siege-of-Orleans “House of Plantagenet.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_of_Plantagenet “Hundred Years’ War.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hundred_Years%27_War “Gilles de Rais.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilles_de_Rais Margot K. Juby. “Gilles de Rais Was Innocent.” http://gillesderaiswasinnocent.blogspot.com/2019/ Kathy Benjamin. “Why Can’t You Wear White After Labor Day?” https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/12424/why-cant-you-wear-white-after-labor-day “Witch-cult hypothesis.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Witch-cult_hypothesis Sonya Vatomsky. “The Modern Movement to Exonerate a Notorious Medieval Serial Killer.” Atlas Obscura. https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/gilles-de-rais-bluebeard “Gilles De Rais, The Child Serial Killer Who Fought Alongside Joan Of Arc.” All That’s Interesting. https://allthatsinteresting.com/gilles-de-rais Tim Flight. “10 Details About Gilles de Rais: Pedophile, Satanist, Murderer… Or the Most Misjudged Man in History.” History Collection. https://historycollection.co/10-details-about-gilles-de-rais-pedophile-satanist-murderer-or-the-most-misjudged-man-in-history/2/

Bonus Epsiode - Old TINY Crimey #6: The Babes in the Woods

Get a taste of our Patreon content with this rollercoaster of a tale with an Old TINY Crimey. In this special holiday bonus minisode, we get super non-festive and discuss the tragic, mysterious murders of three young girls.  Plus: Weird fictional character names, a small truckload of theories, and embarrassing price checks.  Thanks Jamie! You're officially an honorary Private Dick. You've more than earned it. Our regular free episode will post as usual on Friday, because Old Timey Crimey knows no holiday breaks. Have a merry, happy, whatever-you-celebrate time!

Old Timey Crimey #40: Albert Johnson, the Mad Trapper - "What ho!"

What ho! This week, Scott's telling Kristy all about Albert Johnson, the mad trapper of Rat River. We'll learn about his grunting ways, his propensity for ignoring law enforcement, and interesting methods for thawing dynamite. Plus! What Yoda smells like, the log cabin story, and our mad cackles. You'll be our heroes if you give us a 5-star review! You can also follow us on Podbean, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. While you're at it, hit us up on our FB group, Twitter, Reddit, or Insta to talk Old Timey Crime.     Don't forget about our Patreon, where you can get OTC business cards, access to bonus Old Tiny Crimeys, and exclusive early access to new full eps! And remember, if you run afoul of the Red Baron, you might just be saved by your own incompetence.  Sources:Wikipedia.orgMurderpedia.orgCrimerack.comNickelinthemachine.comhttp://english.ahram.org.eg/    

Old Timey Crimey #39: The Sea and Poison - "No, no, no, no, no"

This week, Scott tells Kristy about some war crimes we never learn about in school--a B29 Super Fortress takes off from Guam just a few months before the end of World War II, and horrors ensue.  It gets pretty intense, Slothy gets an angry hug, and can we just talk about Kristy's party-loving ghost instead maybe?  Don't forget about our Patreon, where you can get OTC business cards, access to bonus Old Tiny Crimeys, and exclusive early access to new full eps! You'll be our heroes if you give us a 5-star review! You can also follow us on Podbean, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. While you're at it, hit us up on our FB group, Twitter, Reddit, or Insta to talk Old Timey Crime.     And remember, if you can't get funny, get philosophical. Everyone loves a philospher, right? SOURCES: "The Sea and Poison" by Shusaku EndoThe guardianBaltimore SunJapan TodayDaily Beast

Old Timey Crimey #35: William Desmond Taylor - "Dr. Pepper's Misdiagnosis"

We're off to Hollywoodland for a look at the puzzling murder of a man whose name was on everyone's lips, but who few people seemed to truly know. Whodunnit, you ask? Well, it might have been the heartbroken underage starlet, her bonkers mother, or maybe it was the coke dealers!  Along the way, we'll talk horror authors, conspiracy theories, and how sex has apparently REALLY changed in the past century.  Don't forget our giveaway! Send us your creepy stranger stories, and you might get a sticker. Send them to oldtimeycrimey@gmail.com.  We have a shiny new Patreon--come be a private dick! Or a gumshoe, or a flatfoot. If a one-time donation is more your style, you can paypal us at oldtimeycrimey@gmail.com Also, give us that 5-star review you know we deserve! You can also follow us here on Podbean, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. While you're at it, hit us up on our FB group, Twitter, Reddit, or Insta to talk Old Timey Crime.  And remember, kidnapping is a crime, not a legitimate interview technique.  ____________ Sources:  Tony Fontana. “William Desmond Taylor.” IMDb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0853336/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_sm “Anglo-Irish People.” Wikipedia. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglo-Irish_people “William Desmond Taylor.” Wikipedia. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Desmond_Taylor “Marlborough College.” Wikipedia. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marlborough_College “Church of the Transfiguration.” Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_the_Transfiguration,_Episcopal_(Manhattan) Currency Converter. https://www.currency-converter.org.uk/currency-rates/historical/table/GBP-USD.html “Inceville.” Wikimapia. http://wikimapia.org/6841399/Inceville Laura Smith. “The sordid murder of this Hollywood director took the fun and sex out of Tinseltown.” Timeline. https://timeline.com/murder-william-desmond-taylor-374fb3a5f0c Mary Miles Minter interview. Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpP9rF1KhLc Dina Di Mambro. “William Desmond Taylor: The Unsolved Murder.” Classic Hollywood Bios. http://www.classichollywoodbios.com/WilliamDesmondTaylor.htm Sidney Kirkpatrick. “Review: The Butler Didn’t Do It: A DEED OF DEATH The Story Behind the Unsolved Murder of Hollywood Director William Desmond Taylor.” L.A. Times. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1990-07-22-bk-837-story.html Robert Giroux. “A Deed of Death.” NY Times. https://www.nytimes.com/1990/07/22/books/l-a-deed-of-death-625390.html Excerpts of Witness Statements. Silent Era. https://www.silentera.com/taylorology/documents/files/testimony.pdf “Jealous Man Hunted as Slayer of Taylor!” L.A. Examiner. http://www.taylorology.com/press/0203a/LAEx0203a.jpg Bruce Long, editor of Taylorology. http://www.taylorology.com wikipedia.com murderpedia.com allthatsinteresting.com timeline.com