Old Fashioned Murder and Mayhem

Discover the true stories behind the events that shocked and scandalized our ancestors. By mixing the resources and methods used in genealogy research with true crime accounts, Mindy Hudson pieces together interesting stories about the lives of ordinary people who were caught up in extraordinary circumstances.

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Little Girl in Pink: Mary Daly (1925)

August 01, 2023 • Mindy Hudson • Season 1 • Episode 8

A copycat crime, a case of mistaken identity, and a mentally deranged youth were the ingredients that formed the tragic story of Little Girl in Pink: Mary Daly (1925).

WARNING: Viewer discretion is advised.

Resources used:
Ancestry.com
Newspapers.com
Findagrave.com

The Shocking Criminal Case of Leopold and Loeb - https://youtu.be/4xjLJPGOI8o
These Spoiled Rich Kids Kill for Fun - https://youtu.be/VxW5qmQD80M
The Atlantic Magazine (June 1926) - https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/toc/1926/06/

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About me: Retired as head of genealogy from Jefferson County Library, Missouri.

Be sure to visit our sister site Murder and Mayhem in Jefferson County, Missouri for more tales of historical local true crime.

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