Elizabeth Congdon Part I: Power, Wealth, and a Double Murder

Have you ever stepped into a mansion steeped in rich history, only to be chilled to your bones by a gruesome tale of double murder? Walk with us through the grand doors of the Glensheen mansion as we share the riveting story of Elizabeth Condon, the last surviving child of the affluent Condon family, and the heinous crime that occurred in her family home. 

Stride down the opulent halls of Glensheen mansion as we unravel the layers of the Condon family's wealth and the architectural marvel that is their residence. Explore Chester Condon's journey from Rochester, New York, to Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, culminating in creating the remarkable Glensheen Estate. But within is a tale darker and more chilling than the cold Minnesota winters. Dive into the heart-stopping details of the night the intruder entered the mansion and the gruesome morning that followed, shaking the town of Duluth and the country beyond.

Join us as we navigate the murky waters of this high-profile case. We'll explore the crime scene, the frantic call to the police, and the ensuing gripping trial. Prepare to be intrigued, shocked, and perhaps even a little scared as we delve into the power, wealth, and tragedy surrounding the Condon family and the eerie Glensheen mansion. This is an episode you won't want to miss.

Sources:
Newspapers:
https://www.newspapers.com/article/lubbock-avalanche-journal/159939752/
https://www.newspapers.com/article/valley-morning-star/159939845/
https://www.newspapers.com/article/panama-city-news-herald/159939886/
https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-memphis-press-scimitar/159939921/
https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-terre-haute-tribune/159939964/
https://www.newspapers.com/article/quad-city-times/159940002/
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https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-forum/159940150/
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Book:
Hendry, S.D. (2009). Glensheen's Daughter: The Marjorie Congdon Story
Kimball, J. (2017). Secrets of the Congdon Mansion: The Unofficial Guide to Glensheen and the Congdon Murders

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