The Murder Record

The Murder of Bertha Moore | A Story of Self Defense

April 13, 2023 Kelley Amstutz, The Genealogy Investigator Season 1 Episode 8
The Murder of Bertha Moore | A Story of Self Defense
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The Murder Record
The Murder of Bertha Moore | A Story of Self Defense
Apr 13, 2023 Season 1 Episode 8
Kelley Amstutz, The Genealogy Investigator

Our first story takes place is Toledo, Ohio when a negro man, William Hibbett is arraigned in court for murdering Bertha Moore, a white woman, and William names his alleged accomplice, Harry Brown.  The case takes an interesting turn, as Hibbett is arraigned, but Harry Brown is convicted and awaiting electrocution. 

Our second story also takes place in Toledo, Ohio in 1909 surrounded by the murder of Hugh Christy by the hand of Frank McHugh, a fighter who claims Mr. Christy threatened him causing him to protect himself in self-defense. 

I choose some lighter crime for tonight’s episode after our two-part graphic case that I am sure still has some of us reeling, me for one!
 
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Show Notes

Our first story takes place is Toledo, Ohio when a negro man, William Hibbett is arraigned in court for murdering Bertha Moore, a white woman, and William names his alleged accomplice, Harry Brown.  The case takes an interesting turn, as Hibbett is arraigned, but Harry Brown is convicted and awaiting electrocution. 

Our second story also takes place in Toledo, Ohio in 1909 surrounded by the murder of Hugh Christy by the hand of Frank McHugh, a fighter who claims Mr. Christy threatened him causing him to protect himself in self-defense. 

I choose some lighter crime for tonight’s episode after our two-part graphic case that I am sure still has some of us reeling, me for one!
 
*************************************************************************************
Visit my WEBSITE:   www.thegenealogyinvestigator.com

Email me for your FREE Consultation for Genealogy Services: MetaphysiKel@gmail.com

Grab a SEAT in my fully comprehensive 6-week, self-paced certificate course:
THE GENEALOGY ACADEMY 

Support the Show.

DISCLAIMER: This episode is subject to graphic content due to the nature of the true crime stories as told by newspaper articles in this era and reiterated by Kelley Amstutz, Crime Travel host. View discretion is advised for younger listeners.