The Villisca Axe Murders – Episode 3: A Grudge Carved in Blood

In this gripping installment of our true crime series, we delve deeper into the haunting mystery of the 1912 Villisca Axe Murders. While previous episodes examined the enigmatic Reverend George Kelly, Episode 3 shifts focus to a compelling theory rooted in personal vendetta.

Josiah Moore, a prominent figure in Villisca, had a tumultuous history with former employer and local businessman Frank F. Jones. Their rivalry, marked by business disputes and alleged client poaching, may have escalated beyond professional boundaries. Could this animosity have led Jones to orchestrate a brutal act of revenge?

Join hosts Mike and Sarah as they explore the depths of this theory, examining the socio-economic tensions of early 20th-century small-town America, scrutinizing potential motives, and questioning whether a business feud could culminate in one of the nation's most notorious unsolved crimes.

Tune in to uncover the layers of suspicion, power dynamics, and the chilling possibility that a grudge carved in blood left an indelible mark on Villisca's history.

The Villisca Axe Murders – Episode 2: Secrets of Villisca

In this gripping second installment, we delve deeper into the haunting aftermath of the 1912 Villisca Axe Murders. As the town of Villisca awakens to the horror of eight brutal killings, suspicion and fear permeate the community. We explore the enigmatic figure of Reverend George Kelly—a traveling preacher with a troubled past and unsettling behaviors. Was he merely a disturbed individual, or did he harbor dark secrets connected to the crime?

Join hosts Mike and Sarah as they unravel the layers of mystery, examining the early investigations, community reactions, and the chilling details that continue to baffle experts over a century later. With atmospheric storytelling and meticulous research, this episode sheds light on one of America's most perplexing unsolved cases.