Buffalo Tales: Stories from Wyoming History

Episode 3 - The Murder of Mark Niilson

May 27, 2024 Jeremy Yates, John Woodward Season 1 Episode 3
Episode 3 - The Murder of Mark Niilson
Buffalo Tales: Stories from Wyoming History
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Buffalo Tales: Stories from Wyoming History
Episode 3 - The Murder of Mark Niilson
May 27, 2024 Season 1 Episode 3
Jeremy Yates, John Woodward

John & Jeremy are back after a short hiatus. On this episode, we're heading to Sheridan and Campbell Counties for a murder. In 1928, a man walked into Sheridan and confessed to killing his father-in-law. The story spread across Wyoming in a matter of days, especially when the trial began shortly afterward. We have changed some of the names in this story since family members still reside in Northern Wyoming.

**Notice** This episode contains adult subject matter regarding murder and sexual assault. It might not be suitable for everyone. Listener discretion is advised.

References
Georgen, Cynde, "The Killing of Charlie O.." Trail End Guides, Inc., January 6, 2014, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/52eea935-cebe-4546-8f11-ef0918f6e138/downloads/The%20Killing%20of%20Charlie%20O.pdf?ver=1699555369475.

"Homesteader to Be Tried for Murder." Casper Daily Tribune (Casper, Wyoming), January 20 1928.

"Ranch Killing Investigated." Casper Daily Tribune (Casper, Wyoming), January 19 1928. 

Thanks for tuning into Buffalo Tales and exploring the tracks across Wyoming's past. You can contact us directly at buffalotalespodcast@gmail.com or through our Facebook page, Buffalo Tales.

Show Notes

John & Jeremy are back after a short hiatus. On this episode, we're heading to Sheridan and Campbell Counties for a murder. In 1928, a man walked into Sheridan and confessed to killing his father-in-law. The story spread across Wyoming in a matter of days, especially when the trial began shortly afterward. We have changed some of the names in this story since family members still reside in Northern Wyoming.

**Notice** This episode contains adult subject matter regarding murder and sexual assault. It might not be suitable for everyone. Listener discretion is advised.

References
Georgen, Cynde, "The Killing of Charlie O.." Trail End Guides, Inc., January 6, 2014, https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/52eea935-cebe-4546-8f11-ef0918f6e138/downloads/The%20Killing%20of%20Charlie%20O.pdf?ver=1699555369475.

"Homesteader to Be Tried for Murder." Casper Daily Tribune (Casper, Wyoming), January 20 1928.

"Ranch Killing Investigated." Casper Daily Tribune (Casper, Wyoming), January 19 1928. 

Thanks for tuning into Buffalo Tales and exploring the tracks across Wyoming's past. You can contact us directly at buffalotalespodcast@gmail.com or through our Facebook page, Buffalo Tales.