Conan Doyle & The Case of Oscar Slater

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In December of 1909, a few days before Christmas, the murder of a wealthy old woman in Glasgow sparked a cascade of events that would go on to write an incredible story of prejudice, conspiracy and eventual justice. Featuring a starring role by none other than the creator of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, it was then and remains still, one of the most fascinating, perplexing and straight confusing incidents of cause celebre in modern history.
SOURCES
Doyle, Arthur C. (1912) The Case of Oscar Slater. Leopold Classic Library. London, UK
Roughead, William. (1910) The Trial of Oscar Slater. William Hodge & Company, Glasgow, UK
Toughill, Thomas (2006) Oscar Slater: The Immortal Case of Sir Conan Doyle. The History Press, London, UK
Fox, Margalit. (2019) Conan Doyle for the Defence: A Sensational Murder, the Quest for Justice and the World's Greatest Detective Writer. Profile Books, London, UK.
‘Glasgow West End Murder. Slater Trial Opened,’ Greenock Telegraph and Clyde Shipping Gazette, Greenock, 04 May 1909, P. 4.
‘Glasgow Flat Tragedy. Slater On Trial,’ Greenock Telegraph and Clyde Shipping Gazette, Greenock, 05 May 1909, P. 4.
‘The Slater Trial. Third Days Proceedings,’ Greenock Telegraph and Clyde Shipping Gazette, Greenock, 06 May 1909, P. 4.
‘Glasgow West End Murder. Slater Found Guilty,’ Greenock Telegraph and Clyde Shipping Gazette, Greenock, 07 May 1909, P. 4.
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Комментарии : 33

@hullkster 4 года назад

I lived in the top flat above the Gilchrist flat for 4 years or so in the 00's. There was 3 of us staying there over the years and all manner of strange goings on while we stayed there; mostly thumping and knocking sounds but other strange noises and incidents, doors opening and closing, TV's turning on while we were out. Even visitors and partners would notice. I was discussing this in work, telling my colleagues we were haunted and having a bit of a laugh about it. Then the next day a fellow brought in a book that his wife had given him after they had talked about the day at work. His wife was an avid true crime reader and the book was called Square Mile of Murder. It contained details of 4 murders in a square mile around West Princes Street and one of them was this case. There was also a TV serial in the UK in 80's based on the book but I haven't seen it. I love your channel and your stories, never thought I would hear one this close to home. And my name is Ben. Thanks

@hullkster 4 года назад

The book, Square Mile of Murder was written by Jack House

@foofy3406 3 года назад

is that story true? you are so lucky!

@sandic3892 3 года назад

I can't believe all of the time and effort you put in to these. Your hard work is very much appreciated! Thank you!

@ladydreadqs639 3 года назад

OSCAR SLATER by THOMAS TOUGHILL goes into detail about Miss Ghilcrists nephew who wanted some legal papers she owned, its been quite a few years since I read the book but I remember it being one I couldn't put down easily, a great read one to buy if you're interested in this case.

@wookeybradbury 4 года назад

Will save this for listening to when I’m working from home today. Thank you!!!

@ImCarolB 2 года назад

I recently bought the book on this case by Margalit Fox and was roaming through RU-vid looking for some discussion. I listen to all your fabulous podcasts and wonder how I missed this one!

@foofy3406 3 года назад

how i love this channel! i’ve listened to each episode dozens of times! keep up the good work, Ben!!

@BAMFjohn 4 года назад

This is amazing, and I think it's your best work so far and I love your other work. I have been sitting here absolutely spellbound for one and a half hour, I did not want to miss a thing. Thank you for making this.

@dillydally405 4 года назад

I was supposed to be going to sleep!!!!! Now I'm 20 mins in and hooked! Big love from Scotland.

@karenwedemire6093 4 года назад

Loved listening thanks for sharing.

@thewasatch208 4 года назад

Well Ben, you've done it again. Keep it up!!

@tarajh 4 года назад

An hour and a half?? We don't deserve you! What perfect timing. Night night 😴

@foofy3406 3 года назад

it upsets me when my fellow americans speak out against immigrants! we are all immigrants (well, except for the natives we stole this land from). seems hate and xenophobia it a tale as old as time

@saydvoncripps 4 года назад

Thanks for this upload fascinating!

@bobbysalkeld2634 4 года назад

Dig the work, brother.... keep it up

@mabelpines1533 4 года назад

the audio is pretty messed up at the end there I hear him talking over himself

@saydvoncripps 4 года назад

There was a similar case in London...omg! What was his name ? Weiss? I'll look it up. But this case is unbelieveable. There's something not quite right with the people around the victim. I wonder if this was an inside job.

@nathanaelsmith3553 4 года назад

I would surmise that the murder and burglary were intended to secure the transfer of the victim's estate to it's new beneficiaries. Perhaps papers were stolen that would call the validity of this into question.

@sheffieldamanda 16 дней назад

I thought the chair covered in blood was the murder weapon? 🤔

@sirdunster8419 4 года назад

Best one yet, loved it. Free masons written all over it.

@thundercron77 2 года назад

The maid left the door unlocked, planning to return after the murder. Timing was off, she returned as the murderer was leaving. Told cops she couldn't identify him, but changed her story only after a convenient fall guy was arrested. Nephew did it, as the violence inflicted points to personal rage of being cut out of the will. Maid could have been paid off by the wealthy family. Anyone investige her finances?