EPISODE · Nov 7, 2023 · 36 MIN
Vanished Status
from Everything Is Stories · host Mike Martinez & Tyler Wray
After anti-war protests at Washington University in 1970, Howard Mechanic became the first person arrested and charged under the Civil Obedience Act. Claiming innocence, Mechanic jumped bail to avoid prison time. He moved out West and created a new identity. For 28 years, he lived as Gary Tredway while raising a family and starting his own business. But what happens when Gary Tredway’s background is questioned? Can he continue under an assumed name or will his past finally be open to the public? Produced by Garrett Crowe, Mike Martinez, and Tyler Wray. Music by GOG (Mike Bjella). Transcripts are available at everythingisstories.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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After anti-war protests at Washington University in 1970, Howard Mechanic became the first person arrested and charged under the Civil Obedience Act. Claiming innocence, Mechanic jumped bail to avoid prison time. He moved out West and created a new identity. For 28 years, he lived as Gary Tredway while raising a family and starting his own business. But what happens when Gary Tredway’s background is questioned? Can he continue under an assumed name or will his past finally be open to the public? Produced by Garrett Crowe, Mike Martinez, and Tyler Wray. Music by GOG (Mike Bjella). Transcripts are available at everythingisstories.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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