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“CONVICTED OF WITCHCRAFT, HER REVENGE IS A CURSE!”: 13 #RetroRadio Stories! EP0274 #WeirdDarkness

2024/12/16
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Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

Key Insights

Why did Vaughn Lemaire confess to a murder he didn't commit in 'The Rape of Maia'?

Vaughn Lemaire confessed to the murder of Perry Fullerton to protect his friend Morris Goodman. Morris had every motive and opportunity to kill Perry, and Vaughn feared Morris would be convicted if he didn't take the blame.

Why did Adrian Smollett actually kill Perry Fullerton in 'The Rape of Maia'?

Adrian Smollett killed Perry Fullerton over a gambling debt. Perry had welched on a bet Adrian placed, and Adrian was furious enough to murder him.

Why did Gordon Penrose invite Dave Copeland and Bob to his lake house in 'Four Fatal Jugglers'?

Gordon Penrose invited Dave Copeland and Bob to his lake house with the intention of murdering them. He blamed Bob for his wife Lydia's desire to divorce him, and he saw an opportunity to stage a hunting accident to kill both men.

Why did Ronald Gilbert kill Charles Markham in 'Appointment with Fear'?

Ronald Gilbert killed Charles Markham to prevent him from blackmailing him and his fiancée, Judith Ray. Charles had discovered Judith's past and was planning to inform the police, which would ruin their lives.

Why did Henry Foster plan to kill Prentiss on the train in 'On Schedule'?

Henry Foster planned to kill Prentiss on the train to prevent him from exposing Foster's fraudulent activities. Prentiss had discovered Foster's thefts and was threatening to go to the police.

Why did the aliens on Tontanium decide to stop eating humans in 'Elmer Versus The Invaders'?

The aliens on Tontanium decided to stop eating humans after Elmer Corn introduced them to Earth animals and vegetables. Elmer showed them that these were more nutritious and ethical food sources, and the aliens were grateful for the solution.

Why did the Aztec gods' figures in Marina Layton's copybook lead to her father's disappearance in 'The Sad Night'?

The Aztec gods' figures in Marina Layton's copybook were a map to the site where Aztec treasure was hidden. Her father, an archaeologist, had discovered the location and was likely killed by those who wanted the treasure for themselves.

Why did Samuel Page refuse to let Jean play the piano after she did in 'The Pink Elephant'?

Samuel Page refused to let Jean play the piano after she did because he had hidden the gun used to kill Louie Canedo under the piano. Jean's playing could have revealed the gun, which would have implicated him in the murder.

Why did the Bremers pose as Marina's parents in 'The Sad Night'?

The Bremers posed as Marina's parents to gain access to the copybook and the map it contained, leading to the hidden Aztec treasure. They were willing to go to great lengths, including fraud and murder, to acquire the wealth.

Why did Sir Richard decide to sleep in the West Chamber in 'The Ash Tree'?

Sir Richard decided to sleep in the West Chamber to confront the legend and rumors surrounding the room. He wanted to prove that the room and the ash tree were harmless, despite the warnings from his servants and the Bishop of Kilmore.

Shownotes Transcript

Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate)Info on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScream)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Rape of Maia” (June 27, 1975)00:47:57.479 = ABC Mystery Time, “Four Fatal Jugglers” (ADU) ***WD01:12:11.669 = Strange Adventures, “The Disappearing Moon” (ADU)01:15:41.109 = Adventures of the Abbotts, “Pink Elephant” (April 10, 1955)01:45:04.499 = BBC Appointment With Fear, “The Speaking Clock” (April 13, 1944)02:12:40.339 = The Avenger, “The Hooded Circle” (October 05, 1945) ***WD (LQ)02:40:52.029 = BBC Ghost Story, “The Riding Crop” (ADU)02:54:49.009 = Beyond The Green Door, “Matador’s Brother Killed” (ADU)02:58:39.979 = Beyond Midnight, “Tangled Way” (ADU)03:24:50.849 = The Black Book, “On Schedule” (February 17, 1952) ***WD03:39:31.289 = The Black Mass, “Ash Tree” (December 18, 1963) ***WD04:10:01.509 = Box 13, “The Sad Night” (December 19, 1948) 04:36:46.579 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From The Morgue, “Elmer Versus The Invaders” (ADU) WD05:03:33.709 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low QualityWD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0274