Moving Through Georgia

Two Stories: A Tory and a Patriot

For the Fouth of July, stories from both sides of the Revolution.  Elizabeth Johnson was a loyal British Subject living in Savannah, James Jackson was a die-hard rebel and leader of the Patriot forces.

 

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But they are dead - A look at mourning and notable burials in Northeast Georgia

Briar Creek- the American Revolution on and off the battlefield

After the American victory at Kettle Creek things were looking up for the patriots- Briar Creek would end that.  Besides the battle, conflict would happen all around Georgia in homes and communities.

 

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But they are dead - A look at mourning and notable burials in Northeast Georgia

The Murder of William Bell

A night to drinking, and maybe some careless words, lead to a murder in Habersham County.  The murder would face justice one dark night in his cell.  Also, another tale of whiskey leading to violence in Habersham.

 

The Moving Through Georgia book is available on Amazon.

 

But they are dead - A look at mourning and notable burials in Northeast Georgia

 

The 1915 Columbus Circus Train Wreck

A circus train collides with another train in Columbus, Georgia, and 24 people lose their lives.

 

Researching and discussing circus disasters is a dark but busy part of the historical community.  If you're interested, start with Charles Nelson Reilley's account of the 1944 Hartford circus fire in which 168 people died.  

 

The Moving Through Georgia book is available on Amazon.

 

But they are dead - A look at mourning and notable burials in Northeast Georgia

Extra - Logan Bleckley

A short description of a man born in Rabun County who would become Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court and a part time resident of Clarkesville.

Insanity in Rabun County

Two murders in Rabun County, and in both the killers claim insanity.  Are you insane if you're drunk?  What if your head rattles when you shake it?  Two stories for the true crime lovers out there.

The Moving Through Georgia book is available on Amazon.

 

But they are dead - A look at mourning and notable burials in Northeast Georgia

 

Extra- A Detour to Cleveland, Tennessee

Georgia history stories will start again the first week of June- we'll talk about the chain gang, the Peachtree bandit, and a few moonshiners.  For now, though, let's detour to nearby Cleveland Tennesee and meet a family with (maybe) a stain in their past, a ghost cat, and a haunted railroad bridge.

 

I'll be doing a live show at the Banks County Library on June 5 at 2:00!  You are welcome to bring and share a story from Banks County, or just enjoy listening!

The Georgia Airline and the Railroad Evangelist

A short history of the Georgia Air Line Railroad and a few of the cities that were formed in it's wake.  Then, a preacher and engineer survives a wreck just outside Toccoa.

 

LIVE SHOW:  Saturday April 13th - Sweet Southern Creations, 1363 Washington St in Clarkesville, across from the theater.  Staring at 3:00, an hour of true crime and mystery from Habersham County’s past.  This is all new material, different from the ghost tours.  No charge, just good coffee, pastry, and stories.

The Moving Through Georgia book is available on Amazon.

 

But they are dead - A look at mourning and notable burials in Northeast Georgia

Don't Pay your Income Tax!

An April Fools episode where we deviate from Georgia history into the world of income tax protest- today I'll explain that you don't need to fill out your 1040 form.

 

Actually I'll explain some reason people have used to avoid the income tax and ways they've failed.  It's a fun look into the legal maneuverings that come up every April 15th.

A Murder in Coweta County

This episode has it all- true crime, the supernatural, a trial, and a movie with Johnny Cash!  This week we look at a murder that was later portrayed in a book, then a 1982 made-for-tv movie with Johnny Cash and Andy Griffith.  Watch it first if you want, but if you don't I'll warn you before the real spoilers start.

 

TWO LIVE SHOWS: 

-=> Saturday April 6 at BSG Cafe in Cornelia, next to Bigg Daddy’s.  Start at 3:00

-=> Saturday April 13th - Sweet Southern Creations, 1363 Washington St in Clarkesville, across from the theater.  Starting at 3:00.

An hour of true crime and mystery from Habersham County’s past.  This is material different from the ghost tours.  Sweet Southern Creations will focus on Clarkesville, BSG on Cornelia.  

No charge, just good coffee, pastry, and stories

 

The Moving Through Georgia book is available on Amazon.

 

But they are dead - A look at mourning and notable burials in Northeast Georgia