EPISODE · Mar 24, 2021 · 16 MIN
UK: Parsing Clues in Lonely Hearts Murders
from Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast · host Shane L. Waters, Wendy Cee, Gemma Hoskins
In the wake of horror, investigators rush to piece together the grim puzzle of Harry Powers's murders. Following the shocking discovery of Mrs. Eicher and her children in Powers's gruesome lair, authorities scramble to untangle the ghastly mystery. This third episode of Season 5 dives deeper into the harrowing discovery at Powers's garage in Clarksburg, West Virginia. As secrets began to unfold, it became critical to understand the pattern Powers followed in his terrifying journey. The Eicher family, much like many others, sought a new beginning, a chance at love that tragically spiraled into terror. This case serves as a landmark moment in criminal investigations, highlighting the growing need for psychological profiling during this era of evolving law enforcement. Investigators were tasked with examining every corner of Powers's interactions, mapping meticulously the correspondence that linked him to multiple murders, hinting at his cold, calculated nature. This episode aims to revealed the advancements and limitations of early 20th-century forensic work in examining the 'Lonely Hearts' murderer's trail. Amidst clippings and letters, listeners will begin on a journey, experiencing each desperate detail that brought investigators closer to examining the truth. Hear experts recount the intricacy of Powers's manipulations and the haunting aftermath faced by grieving families left in his wake. --- Support Foul Play: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/foulplaypodcast Website: https://www.mythsandmalice.com/show/foul-play/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/foul-play-crime-series/id1525832703 Follow us: Instagram: @foulplaycrimeseries Twitter: @foulplaypodOur Sponsors:* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com* Check out Mood and use my code SHANE for a great deal: https://mood.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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This episode begins after the grisly discovery of Asta Eicher and her three children's remains at the Garage of Harry Powers; who is currently in custody at the Clarksburg West Virginia Police Department. He said he knew nothing about their deaths. Mobs surrounded the stations, angry wanting to lynch Harry for his crimes. "Bring the man out!" they shouted angrily. Find us online. Support the show by joining our Black Label by becoming a Patron on Patreon. Black Label can also be subscribed to on Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, and Facebook. Hosted by Shane Waters. You can find his history podcast Hometown History here. Find Foul Play: Crime Series on all podcasting outlets here. Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Mood and use my code SHANE for a great deal: https://mood.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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