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Shadows From the Tree

Michele McCall & Danielle Gravel

Welcome to Shadows From the Tree, uncovering the hidden stories of our ancestors" pasts through the exploration of newspaper archives and historical research. Our mission is to shed light on the lives and experiences of those who came before us, revealing the shadows that have shaped our family histories. We invite you to join us on this journey of discovery and share your own family stories (prior to 1923, as we respect the privacy of individuals beyond that timeframe). Together, let"s delve into

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28:09

The Bad Seeds from Our Tree

Shadows From the Tree ·

2024/04/15

Listen in on Episode 10.1 of Shadows from the Tree to hear about the early lives of the bad seeds from our family tree. With details pertinent to the revealing of a dramatic conclusion in our next episodes. We dive deep into family trees, vital records, and newspaper archives to learn more about these evocative characters that jump to life.

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33:42

The Black Hand & Blackburn

Shadows From the Tree ·

2024/04/01

Listen in on Episode 9 of Shadows from the Tree to hear about family feuds, specifically a kidnapping of Angelo Mareno by the Black Hand, based in Chicago. As well as a family dispute over highly desirable art work by Joseph Blackburn. We dive deep into family trees, vital records, and newspaper archives to learn more about these evocative characters that jump to life.

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33:56

Diamonds & the Dead

Shadows From the Tree ·

2024/03/18

Listen in on Episode 8 of Shadows from the Tree to hear about the robberies that intrigued and enraged society, with the stories of Florence Harmon, and Sexton P.J. Hale. We dive deep into family trees, vital records, and newspaper archives to learn more about these evocative characters that jump to life.

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35:02

Reunited & it Feels So Good

Shadows From the Tree ·

2024/02/26

Listen in on Episode 7 of Shadows from the Tree to hear about the adoptions of 3 children and where they find families. Reunited and it feels so good. We dive deep into family trees, vital records, and newspaper archives to learn more about these evocative characters that jump to life.

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44:09

Hoodwinked by Hoaxes

Shadows From the Tree ·

2024/02/12

Listen in on Episode 6 of Shadows from the tree to hear about the hoaxes that hoodwinked people with faulty science about radium water and elaborate schemes involving a doll mother. We dive deep into family trees, vital records, and newspaper archives to learn more about these evocative characters that jump to life.

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36:16

Beach Sensors & Cooping

Shadows From the Tree ·

2024/01/29

In this episode of Shadows from the Tree, we delve into the darker side of family trees by exploring stories pulled from newspaper archives and historical records. Specifically, this episode focuses on the theme of scandals. Through meticulous research, we uncover and share the stories of individuals scandalized and the impact it had on their lives. Join us as we shed light on these often overlooked narratives and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges our ancestors faced.

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47:02

Poverty & Poisoning

Shadows From the Tree ·

2024/01/15

In this episode of Shadows from the Tree, we delve into the darker side of our family tree by exploring stories pulled from newspaper archives and historical records. Specifically, this episode focuses on the theme of sickness within households. Through meticulous research, we uncover and share the stories of individuals in our family tree who have experienced various illnesses and the impact it had on their lives. Join us as we shed light on these often overlooked narratives and gain a deeper

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28:22

A Yellow Dog & A Rabbit Trail

Shadows From the Tree ·

2024/01/02

This week we uncover stories of beloved pets. A Yellow Dog named Bismarck bravely saves the live of 2 children. The story of another dog hero who was to be buried in the family plot caused quite the uproar. These stories take place in the late 1890s and early 1900s. Journey into the past with us to hear about the love of pets in times gone by.

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30:57

Love Triangles

Shadows From the Tree ·

2023/11/20

Join us while we discuss the stories of the Broadway Mystery Romance of Ann Murdock, and Alf Hayman. As well as the unfortunate tale of Rose Ambler's love life. The twists and turns will have you guessing who done it?

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37:10

Lost & Found?

Shadows From the Tree ·

2023/11/06

Dive into the rabbit hole with us while we follow the trails of missing persons, who simply disappear. Newspaper archives shedding light on the details. Listen in to uncover if or when they turn up from the shadows. We discuss the equally intriguing stories of Robert Dunbar, Bruce Anderson, and Charles C. Krom.

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1:53

Trailer

Shadows From the Tree ·

2023/11/04

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