Ohio Mysteries

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OM Backroads Ep:46. Nightmare in Uhrichsville Sep 19, 2024

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Hello and Welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads.

Just a quick note before we begin. There was a problem with the original audio file and it has been corrected. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you enjoy the episode.

In this episode we announce the departure of Mike from Ohio Mysteries Backroads. We thank Mike for his contributions and the fantastic stories he has shared. His wealth of knowledge and insights will surely be missed and hope he pops in from time to time.

In this special episode suggested by listener Kim, we dive into the chilling events of September 27, 1929, in Uhrichsville, Ohio, as we unravel the mysterious murder rampage by Pearl Wallar. This gripping podcast explores the small-town intrigue, the social dynamics of the era, and the ripple effects of a crime that shocked a community. Join us as we piece together the puzzle of this haunting case and reflect on its legacy in Urichsville’s history.

Also joining us is special guest Chuck who adds expertise and insight into this compelling case.

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Ep 284 - New Straitsville: Ohio's 140-year-old mine fire Sep 16, 2024

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In 1884 during the Hocking Valley Coal Strike, a small group of miners shoved blazing carts into several mine shafts. Left undiscovered for several days, it grew into a fire that would not be stopped, fed by unlimited fuel and thousands of oxygen-rich fissures in the bedrock. The fire still burns today, seen as puffs of smoke through the floor of Wayne National Forest. This is the story of how that 140-year conflagration changed the topography, the lives and the future of a once-thriving coal region.

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RESOLVED Pt 3: A new victim steps forward Sep 12, 2024

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Ohio state and local authorities identified Thomas Collier Jordan as the man who raped Michelle Puett and murdered Janice Christensen in 1987. But they noted it might only be the start of learning the breadth and depth of his violent past. Sure enough, a couple of days after their announcement, Vicki Faranucci stepped forward to identify Jordan as the man who had raped her.

This is the last installment of a 3-day series, done in collaboration with the Akron Beacon Journal. Ohio Mysteries and the Beacon teamed up in 2021 to begin UNRESOLVED, a series of episodes about cold cases in the Akron Area. Christensen's murder was the first crime covered in that series.

The original UNRESOLVED Ep 1: Janice Christensen

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RESOLVED Pt 2: Rapist, killer, ghost: The life of Thomas Collier Jordan Sep 11, 2024

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Thomas Collier Jordan was a drifter from Cleveland who's rap sheet was filled with various theft offenses scattered over several states. There was one violent assault against a woman on a criminal resume that spanned five decades - but now authorities are learning he was a serial rapist and a killer.

This is the second of a three-day series, done in collaboration with the Akron Beacon Journal. Ohio Mysteries and the Beacon teamed up in 2021 to begin UNRESOLVED, a series of episodes about cold cases in the Akron Area. The murder of Janice Christensen, now attributed to Jordan, was the first crime covered in that series.

The original UNRESOLVED Ep 1: Janice Christensen

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RESOLVED Pt 1: A teen's rape solves a 37-year-old murder Sep 10, 2024

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Michelle Puett was 17 when a man pulled her into the woods of a park and raped her repeatedly over a couple of hours. And afterward, she had to brave the painful and terrifying hospital examination. What she could never imagine is that not only would authorities learn who attacked her 37 years ago, but her rape kit would solve a murder.

This is the first of a three-day series, done in collaboration with the Akron Beacon Journal. Ohio Mysteries and the Beacon teamed up in 2021 to begin UNRESOLVED, a series of episodes about cold cases in the Akron Area. The murder of Janice Christensen, now solved through its connection to the Puett attack, was the first crime covered in that series.

The original UNRESOLVED Ep 1: Janice Christensen

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Trailer for 3-pt RESOLVED! series coming this week Sep 08, 2024

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Ohio Mysteries and the Akron Beacon Journal launched their collaborative "UNRESOLVED" series on unsolved crimes in 2021. The first episode featured the 1987 murder of Janice Christensen in Hudson. Last month, law enforcement identified Janice's killer. Coming this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, a 3-part series about Janice's case was solved using the rape kit from another woman --- and how the announcement has since brought forth a third Summit County victim, with officials expecting others to follow. Both survivors share their stories, and we explore the dark and lawless life of a Cleveland drifter named Thomas Collier Jordan.

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OM Backroads Ep:45. The Trial of the Century. The Murder Trial of Dr. Sam Sheppard Part 2 Sep 05, 2024

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Hello and Welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Join us as we delve into one of the most captivating and controversial criminal cases of the 20th century—The Dr. Sam Sheppard Murder Case. This riveting podcast explores the 1954 murder of Marilyn Sheppard, the subsequent arrest of her husband, Dr. Sam Sheppard, and the sensational trial that followed. We’ll examine the evidence, the media frenzy, and the lasting impact of the case on the American legal system.

Was Dr. Sheppard truly guilty, or was he a victim of a flawed judicial system? Tune in to discover the twists and turns that kept the nation on edge and continue to spark debate today.

Subscribe now for a deep dive into one of America's most infamous murder trials and join us as we seek the truth behind the headlines.

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Special announcement & Rewind: Ep. 137 - The Ice Bridge Disaster Sep 02, 2024

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A century ago, Niagara Falls tourists enjoyed a winter attraction - ice forming a bridge over the river beneath the falls. When the ice broke free in 1912, a Cleveland youth turned from safety to help a struggling couple. Crowds were helpless to stop the ice floe from sailing them into crushing rapids. But where did the river hide their bodies?

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OM Backroads Ep:45. The Trial of the Century. The Murder Trial of Dr. Sam Sheppard Part 1 Aug 29, 2024

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Was Dr. Sheppard truly guilty, or was he a victim of a flawed judicial system? Tune in to discover the twists and turns that kept the nation on edge and continue to spark debate today.

Subscribe now for a deep dive into one of America's most infamous murder trials and join us as we seek the truth behind the headlines.

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Please check other podcast episodes like this at: https://www.ohiomysteries.com/

Dan hosts a Youtube Channel called: Ohio History and Haunts where he explores historical and dark places around Ohio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5x1eJjHhfyV8fomkaVzsA

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Ep 283 - The .22 Caliber Killers Aug 26, 2024

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From late 1978 to late 1979, central Ohio was rocked by 10 murders that defied explanation - men and women shot dead randomly in their homes and doing everyday things. But a mistake with a credit card finally identified the killers as a pair of Columbus brothers, Gary and Thaddeus Lewingdon. Because all their victims were shot in the head with the same gun, they came to be called the .22 Caliber Killers.

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