When Johann Whynack married his Marie, he hoped that they would spend the rest of their lives happily ever after. But Marie loved another man and saw no reason to stop seeing him even after she was married. As the marriage continued, the love triangle quickly took a toll on their lives as it spiraled […]
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Johann Whynack checked the clock. It was just after 9 o’clock at night. It was Saturday night, and he was thirsty. Grabbing a beer bucket, Johann left the apartment and began walking toward a local saloon. As he walked, he let his mind wander back to the old country. Born in Eastern Europe, Johann
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During an almost ten-year period, the Botkin family faced two awful tragedies. Today, we take a look at the horrific consequences of suicide and steam. Sources Mysterious Suicide of a Servant Girl. The Lima Times-Democrat, 6/13/1907 Young Woman Died by Her Own Hand. The Allen County Republican-Gazette, 6/14/1907 Mrs. Agnes Botkin. Dayton Daily News,
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Have you ever sat and watched people? I mean, not like in a weird, peek through their windows at night way, but like, while waiting for something. It could be in a crowded doctor’s office, or while waiting to get a table at a restaurant. I know there are several people out there that would
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In 1921, 18-year-old Marie Wick checked into a Fargo hotel while travelling to visit her aunt. What happened that night in Room 30 would become one of the most vicious murders to ever occur in North Dakota. Sources Girl Murdered In Fargo Hotel. Grand Forks Herald, 6/7/1921 Clothing of Murdered Girl is Examined. The Bismarck
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Earlier this year, I was driving down Illinois Route 84, heading north toward the town of Fulton. The road runs alongside the Mississippi River along the edge of the state, and can make for a beautiful drive on the right day. Unfortunately for me, it was a very dark night, which is not very conducive
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In 1914, Johann Whynack was married to the love of his life. He would put up with nearly anything; endure almost anything, for his Marie. But Marie didn’t care, and continually spurned his affections. As much as he loved her, every person has their breaking point, and in a split second, Johann brought the issue
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