The Preliminary Hearing in the Lizzie Borden Case
The Preliminary Hearing phase of the Commonwealth vs. Lizzie A. Borden began on August 25 and lasted until September 1, 1892. The copy given to Lizzie’s lawyer, Andrew Jennings, is the only one known to have survived. It has recently been discovered that this copy is, in fact, both incomplete and inaccurate, having been altered […]
Fall River History Club Makes the News!
Fall River Herald News columnist Marc Dion has penned a lovely piece about the new Fall River History Club. It appears on the paper on Monday, January 12th. It is a must read! Of course, Lizzie Borden is mentioned. It is Fall River history! And yes, I am in it too. Read the full text […]
The Hatchet: Lizzie Borden’s Journal of Murder, Mystery & Victorian History, Now on Sale
The proof has finally been approved and the print copy of the November issue of The Hatchet is now available for sale. You will note that the price has been GREATLY reduced from what was available on our previous print on demand partner. Instead of a price close to $28, we are offering this issue […]
Alice Russell’s House and How You Can Help
Here is a quick update regarding the Alice Russell house. Alice Russell was Lizzie Borden’s friend. Alice was the first person Lizzie sent Bridget for after the doctor was not at home that fateful day in 1892. Alice stayed the night with Lizzie and Emma on August 4-5, and it was Alice who spoke out […]
The Battle for Lizzie Borden
Boston University Broadcast Journalism major Ryan McCune has posted his final project on Vimeo. Like his partner, Karlyn Smith, Ryan detailed the trademark infringement lawsuit filed against the True Story of Lizzie Borden in Salem by the Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast/Museum in Fall River. In this assignment, he had to present whatever story he […]
A Tale of Two Lizzies
Boston University Broadcast Journalism majors Karlyn Smith and Ryan McCune invited me to participate in their final exam project one cold day just this last October. It was a pleasure meeting these two gentlemen. I was impressed by their professionalism and they won me over immediately when they brought me a large hot chocolate for […]
Emma Borden and Me in the Paper
Today’s Fall River Herald News. Emma and I made the front page! Click the images for larger versions.
Mondo Lizzie Borden and the Blogger’s Code of Ethics
Mondo Lizzie Borden has always endorsed a blogger’s code of ethics. It is great to see more and more online journalists taking this all to heart and joining in the commitment. Our rules have always been simple: If a mistake is made, it is corrected in the right way with the mistake crossed out and […]
Lizzie Borden’s Eyes
My recent find of the Emma Borden photograph has sparked some interesting discussion on the Lizzie Borden Society Forum. But one of things I adore about this image is that the lighting was such that we get a clearer view of her eyes. The older Emma photograph that we know shows a dark and sad […]
Emma Borden’s Face
Deborah Allard penned a sweet piece about my most recent discovery of Lizzie Borden’s sister Emma’s portrait photograph. Here is a link to the story. When the paper comes out, I will post a photo.
Lizzie Borden’s Hatchet is Online!
The November 2008 issue of The Hatchet: Lizzie Borden’s Journal of Murder, Mystery & Victorian History has been placed ONLINE for your reading pleasure. 88 pages in length! As you can see, we have once again discovered a new Borden image—this time our beloved Emma Borden! Read all about the details in the new issue! […]
Fall River History Club
The Fall River History Club will be holding its regular every third Wednesday of the month meeting on November 19, 6:30PM at the Fall River Public Library. The meetings/lectures are free and open to the public! Ken Champlin will speak on the development of the granite quarrying industry in Fall River. See you there!
REminder: Lizzie Borden in Salem
October 29, Wednesday, 8PM, at The True Story of Lizzie Borden Museum, 203 Essex Street, Salem, MA. Talk entitled: “Lizzie Borden: Heroine to Halloween Horror” Presented by me, Stefani Koorey, Ph.D. Cost is $20, which includes entrance into the museum. Snacks and libation will be provided. For information, please telephone 978-666-4416. Be there or be […]
Lizzie Borden at the Brighton Branch of the Boston Public Library
On October 30, 2008 at 7PM at the Brighton Branch of the Boston Public Library, I will be presenting yet another brand new talk titled “Looking For Lizzie: The Mystery and the Myth.” I invite you all to attend! This talk is free for all and is appropriate for persons of all ages. Lizzie Borden […]
Lizzie Borden Talk Scheduled
A new talk on Lizzie Borden has been scheduled for October 29 in Salem at The True Story of Lizzie Borden Museum. Titled “Lizzie Borden: Heroine to Halloween Horror,” the multi-media presentation will begin at 8PM. Even though Lizzie Borden was acquitted of the double murder of her father and step-mother, her celebrity has permutated […]
Literary Hatchet Available in Hard Copy
The 2nd edition of The Literary Hatchet is finally available for sale in hard copy! Only $8! Purchase your copy here! The Literary Hatchet is a bi-annual literary edition of The Hatchet: Lizzie Borden’s Journal of Murder, Mystery & Victorian History. The Literary Hatchet publishes contemporary short fiction, poetry, prose, photography, cartoons, and humor by […]
Lizzie Borden and the Fall River History Club
Hello History Club members and interested parties: Our October meeting will be held this Wednesday, the 15th at 6:30 pm in the Fall River Public Library. Stefani Koorey will speak on the topic of “Looking at Lizzie: The Life of the Infamous Lizzie Borden Re-Examined.” Please invite anyone you know who is interested in Fall […]
Fall River Herald News Weighs in On Lizzie Borden Lawsuit
Other than the news that the Salem exhibit is changing its name to the “40 Whacks Museum,” this opinion piece by the Fall River Herald News seems a bit late in deciding that the two Lizzie Borden businesses should work together. I think the lawsuit was great publicity for all involved and probably well worth […]