<p>What happens when paranoid delusions are treated with nothing but alcohol? The answer in 1715 Newport, Rhode Island is bad things happen. </p>

What happens when paranoid delusions are treated with nothing but alcohol? The answer in 1715 Newport, Rhode Island is bad things happen.

Jeramiah Meacham: Axes and paranoia in 1715 Rhode Island

Crime is as old as human history. On this podcast we take a look at historic crimes, both infamous and little known. After 30 years as a history teacher and storyteller, Mick Bittick takes his unique historical story telling from the classroom to the wonderful world of the web. Coming out every Wednesday we will look at stories from some of the darker corners of history. Poisoners, regicide, and black widows abound mixed in with the occasional and thief.

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Jeramiah Meacham: Axes and paranoia in 1715 Rhode Island

Jeramiah Meacham: Axes and paranoia in 1715 Rhode Island