A Murder at the Brown Palace Hotel - The Story of Isabel Springer

Isabel Springer's beauty certainly made her desirable to men in the early 20th century. Perhaps, a bit too desirable. In 1911, with 3 men apparently vying for her love, things quickly turned deadly.
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[@WellINever]

*Cirrhosis.... Apologies! It was a long day 😅

[@lisamay4844]

That made me chuckle 😅

[@cesarincamendozaloyola4407]

We understood the notion, anyway

[@gregevans6044]

Lol… we understood! But, yeah, you seemed tired, Paul. I sure hope the care and quality you put into your stories isn’t wearing you out! Some of us NEED you!

[@jenmdawg]

Also "widower" unless you use it interchangably in your parts?

[@r.vancil129]

Startled me for a minute, I have every kind of psoriasis but not that! 😂 Loved the video!

[@valkyriehutton4556]

I was so involved in the narration, I didn't even hear psoriasis, just filled in cirrhosis myself. 😂

[@johnreed8336]

When one has everything and it still isn't enough .

[@sandycarroll2640]

Money cannot buy love.

[@LisaDiazAppleLisa]

I used to work at The Brown Palace in the 90s. They told us this story during orientation but you have a lot more detail than we got! Thank you, sir

[@kasvinimuniandy4178]

Whoaa

[@jeanroe3428]

"What a tangled web we weave..." Awesome story. Presented brilliantly.

[@NanaBren]

Hi Paul, Isobel was a real piece of work. I think she fully understood the consequences of asking Frank to retrieve her letters from Tony. She apparently liked having them fighting over her. John was played for a fool. She didn’t care about the fact that she was responsible for two deaths. John was right to divorce her. It’s a shame that he didn’t understand the depth of her duplicity. It’s John that has my sympathy, in the end she died in poverty and alone. Thank you my friend, I appreciate your hard work finding these stories to share. ❤Brenda

[@LoraHari81]

It looks to me like she had BPD

[@Estoverax]

@@LoraHari81it looks to me like she was a slapper

[@olliefoxx7165]

​@@EstoveraxYeah...I think she was just a selfish and despicable person. To many folks want to give the "BPD" tag as an excuse for bad behavior. Slappers gonna slap. Hoors gonna hoor

[@debby705]

​@@EstoveraxGreat response 👍😅

[@debby705]

I was just thinking the same thing, what a piece of work myself, you beat me to it 😅

[@keithadams1538]

The 1800's was not a time of innocence. I know that from my family tree research. Nothing changes

[@TheKoolbraider]

Nothing ever does. People will be the same in any age.

[@dyanstoutenburg9974]

So many people who comment on KZbin say…. Oh, the good ol’ days, when people lived by higher standards. I was so pleased to read your comment. Technology changes, not people.

[@Dragantraces]

I suspect she died of cirrhosis of the liver rather than psoriasis. 😉

[@AnnaAnna-uc2ff]

But think how awful psoriasis of the liver would be ...

[@michellecalhoun2527]

I was just laughing at this and thinking, "So she died of itchy liver?" Dang, that sucks! (edit: I knew what he meant, but the mental image just has me in stitches)

[@nicolacatto4496]

Was about to say exactly this 😅

[@jparker59able]

I caught that too. Also got a chuckle.

[@river9994]

Good catch

[@marymartin6099]

I heard this story when I moved to Denver in 1982. The Brown Palace holds MANY secrets! Many of which are not heard about, due to the infamy of the Brown. How exciting to know that it has been told. Thank you, Paul.

[@SarahKingsleyHaussman]

I stayed there. It beautiful!

[@boathousejoed1126]

It's always a pleasure to listen to your narration of any tale.

[@user-kz4ke8mg4r]

He's gonna read the telephone directory in his next video!

[@GlacialErratic]

Another wonderful narration, you could read Green Eggs And Ham, and still capture my attention. Right then....

[@JJW77]

Well, I never thought that she would be so cruel as to ruin so many lives...

[@megalopolis2015]

If there is one thing the older and modern elites teach us, it is that one can never stoop low enough to attain the high life. Thank you for this cautionary tale.

[@lorrainedalgleish7616]

A fancy man named Tony Von Fool......that was the highlight of it for me.

[@silvanski]

Love your style of narration. No need for images... I listen in bed with my eyes closed.

[@MegCazalet]

Though the images are GREAT, they are actual news images and even a sketch of the shooting occurring!

[@louisemerriman1079]

I listen to Paul going to sleep. His narration is on point.

[@PPuffNstuff]

Yes!pop on a Playlist and off I go!

[@ImCarolB]

A shallow and selfish woman. Every decision she made was thoughtless and destined to bring trouble.

[@katebowers8107]

It takes two to tango…blaming only she is not right.

[@stephanieparker1250]

Sounds like my mother.

[@BeeWhistler]

@@katebowers8107Blaming only *her*. And the men already had their consequences. But she played them against each other.

[@simonvanderheijden432]

So?

[@olliefoxx7165]

​@@katebowers8107Everyone holds men accountable. Do you realize how rare it is today for any woman to be held accountable for their actions? Men are held accountable for their actions AND womens actions. Honestly, its very rare to find a woman that accepts the consequences of their behavior. The woman in this particular story was a terrible person. We KNOW it takes 2 people to tango. No one is saying the men are blameless. You wont find men excusing the bafd behavior of other men but you will ALWAYS find women saying...." It takes 2 to tango". Smh...

[@debbipeters5990]

"Piffle" is my new word to learn for today! Thank you for your work.

[@deniseleplatt1616]

I live in Colorado and was born in Denver. I've never heard this story. Thanks so much Paul for telling me some of my states history

[@elizabethnewell898]

I have lived here too but never heard this story, hi

[@PanamaMe]

I lived in Littleton growing up. Don’t remember hearing about this.

[@bunnygirl2448]

I live in Denver as well. I have of this murder. There is a great book about it called, “Murder at the Brown Palace” by Dick Kreck

[@krisfinley6706]

I'm from Pueblo, and also into true crime, surprised I hadn't heard of this case 🤔 But glad it was Paul who presented it to us, couldn't ask for a more excellent, distinguished narrator 💯

[@BeckZ918]

Me neither. I born there but only lived there a short time but never heard of this story.

[@thebooknitter]

It seems she liked to be admired for many men at the same time but did not really love any of them.

[@ursulaoreilly3013]

That's very interesting! Great story and well told.

[@gigiwilson9124]

Lives lost,heart's broken, it really goes to show when you hear old folks talking about the moral people of the "good ole day's!" That people have always been the same. Paul thanks again for your research and as always your wonderful narration great stuff

[@censusgary]

If you read old literature, you realize human nature doesn’t change much.

[@pimpozza]

Isabel certainly enjoyed stirring up jealousy between the men! She clearly wanted to be the centre of attention and to have the upper hand.. 🤷🏻‍♀️ What a sad case.. Well I Never, W.I.N.. a *win* every time! Thank you, Paul.. 👍👏

[@MegCazalet]

Mr. Brodie, it’s always so good to hear a story from you. Thank you.

[@sandic3892]

I love these older true crime cases! Great video, my friend!

[@bgmaple47232]

"Piffle" my new word for the week! Thanks Paul!

[@Garbeaux.]

The Brown Palace is one of my favorite hotels in the world. Not only is it rich with history but seems like you’re transplanted to the Edwardian era. Never heard of this all the time I stay there.

[@Kat-V]

Well, I never thought a WIN video would appear just in time for me to listen to at bedtime!

[@marialanagoldsworthy8670]

I do this too! 😂

[@kathiedevall5560]

Me too 🎉 I just found it.😊

[@sandybruce9092]

Our son and DIL live in Aurora - while listening to 5his story, I stopped and went online to see what is left of the Ranch. Found out that the mansion survives and is open to the public. I also checked to see if the Brown Palace Hotel,still exists - and yes it does! We live in NC so can’t get to CO except once a year, but next time I’m going to see about checking out these places (along with so many other interesting places in Denver). What a fascinating story -

[@fridgegremlin5496]

Hi, Paul. I recently found your channel- just yesterday, actually- and as a college student of 20, your voice is wonderfully calming and clear. I always love hearing about the smaller stories in history, and your videos are helping to scratch that itch. Cheers from the U.S. East Coast!

[@PPuffNstuff]

I ADORE your storytelling!

[@nettejakobs2501]

Thank you for another interesting story 😊 Greetings from Denmark

[@TawnyC_]

A widow is a woman whose husband has died. A man whose wife died is a widower.

[@andysmith819]

Such a sad tale. Thank you for sharing. You remind me of the late, great Fife Robinson.

[@rblad739]

What a great narrator. Composed and well rehearsed. Cool to get the older crimes as well.

[@Morpheus1910]

I caught that, primarily because I often, jokingly, say "psoriasis of the liver." 😂

[@ashhart2850]

Thank you Paul top production as always Cheers 🇦🇺

[@denisedelgado7216]

Hello from Colorado! I drive by the brown palace almost everytime I'm in Denver! Thanks for the story!

[@nicolad8822]

Blame Judy Garland for our pronunciation of St Louis. 🎼Meet me at St Lewie Lewie, meet me at the fair…🎼

[@Ms.HarmonyJ]

Paul you and your crew always outdo yourself Sensational job

[@Morpheus1910]

An extremely engaging story, well presented, as always....thank you!

[@Flamsterette]

Thanks for the upload, Paul.

[@timeforcoffee485]

You always find such interesting murder stories, thank you. Always a pleasure to watch.

[@FMNelly]

Another great story. Always enjoy listening to you telling stories.

[@user-cj6yw5fu4l]

Top story,and goes without saying,always read well,I look forward to them very much😃

[@martinwarner1178]

Brilliant, as always. Peace, goodwill, and keep the fascinating stories coming. We are addicted!

[@angelamadas-um6wr]

Loved your video, but what happened to John Springer? I hope only good things. He was surrounded by vipers but didn't seem to realize it

[@nicolad8822]

Wikipedia. He died in 1945 aged 85. He married for a 3rd time to a Scottish born divorcée about 30 years younger than him in 1915. He was no angel, he transferred guardianship of his daughter to her maternal grandparents in 1907 around the time he married Isabel. Who cares so little about the child of their deceased wife as to to do that?

[@Jess04x03]

@@nicolad8822 Or because he seemingly traveled al lot did he think she would have a more stable life with her grandparents. A thing even done nowadays. Or he didn't feel he would do a good job raising a daughter. or maybe he was manipulated by Isabel. I know its a trend to think every men is the worst but John truly seems to have been a good man.

[@nicolad8822]

@@Jess04x03You can leave a child with grandparents without transferring guardianship?

[@nicolad8822]

⁠​⁠@@Jess04x03 He was a well connected man son of a well connected man, spoiled and entitled. Just as likely a scenario. Who knows.

[@angelamadas-um6wr]

Thanks for the info! He would have been much better off if he would have taken care of his daughter instead of chasing Isabelle

[@deeperthings]

You may want to do a workup on the November 1916 murder of attorney Ross Bonny in the Kearns Building in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the resulting "trial of the century" that followed. This in the same century that saw the O.J. Simpson trial, but I digress. This episode reminded me of that case. The Kearns Building is very much haunted, and some report seeing the specter of the lawyer on the 10th floor to this day.

[@SaraP911]

I always look forward to uploads and once again, a fantastic video from you. This is easily my favourite KZbin channel 😊

[@tgill2943]

Piffle. What a great word. Having had the extinction of a totally romantic experience at the Brown Palace in 1972 I can affirm the mystique. Again, in 1985 at my nieces wedding...dry. Things didn't result in murder most foul, however justified. Love your presentation..

[@horrorfan1455]

Interesting story I’ve never heard of it before

[@pkraatz36]

Hello Canada Paul. Absolutely love your channel. You asked for recommendations. We have a notorious family of Irish immigrants here in Lucan Ontario called the Donnellys aka Black Donnellys. Infamous for thefts, barn burnings and murder. One February night in the 1800s the sheriff and a few citizens attacked them in their homes and burned down the homestead with them in it. Went to town and killed more family members. I think you and your audience would like this one. Western University archives has court records. Cheers and thanks!

[@katgrey6239]

Wow, what a story?! Her husband was totally blind or didn't care.

[@poponachtschnecke]

I was surprised you referred the the man as a "widow" though I don't hear "widower" used often now, I feel like you must actually know the difference, and were having a VERY long day! 😵‍💫

[@Trouble_Bubble36]

Everyone has their off days. Let it go.

[@moomama217]

This was a fun piece of Denver history I have never heard. I was born and raised in Denver. My Uncle was a noted Historian. Pass the Brown Palace regularly. Thought i knew all of the old stories. Amazing!

[@freedomthroughspirit]

Very interesting story! I misread the title and kept waiting for Isabel to get murdered, though. 😂 What a mess for everyone, truly. Thank you for bringing these stories to our attention. Fascinating history.

[@kevinhensley4643]

Very interesting thank you for this story

[@CrazyCatMom11]

Gotta say, I'm always happily surprised when my city of St Louis gets mentioned. You mentioned the Hotel Jefferson and I immediately knew what you were talking about. It's been abandoned for several years, but thankfully still stands, with plans for internal renovation. I was also amused that you pronounced the city name as "Lou-ee" instead of "Lou-iss" like natives do.

[@MegCazalet]

Interestingly, in the old days, like when this case happened, more people in general pronounced it “St. Lou-ee” than now. We’ve Americanized it. And where Paul lives, they do almost always pronounce “Louis” as “Lou-ee”. As in, even, Prince Louis of Wales.

[@Keiji555]

It does show that he's aware of French pronunciation of the word. As a French Canadian, sometimes it drives me nuts when Americans do butcher names, like pronouncing Beauchamp as "Beechum". I mean, you guys do recognize the name Beau, or used as "his beau" like "bo". So why pronounce it "Bee"

[@MegCazalet]

@@Keiji555 Well, as I’ve pointed out in my own comment, it’s commonly pronounced “Lou-ee” in the UK too, as in Prince Louis, for example, or that guy from One Direction. So while I’m sure he’s quite well educated enough to know the French pronunciation, it’s also just the way it’s commonly pronounced at home, too. I’ve only ever heard one person pronounce “Beauchamp” as “Beechum”, at it was actually the guy’s own last name! I have heard “Bo-champ”, like the first part of “champion”, because people do at least try. (“When there’s doubt, sound it out!”) It’s not a very common name around where I live. But yeah, we Americans are great at butchering names and just leaving it that way. My own Italian last name is apparently so intimidating that they’ll start, then trail off hoping I’ll just say it for them, or they just boldly say it wrong, adding letters that aren’t there. Some get it right and I’m very pleased and grateful. My own aunt can’t say or spell my own last name, it’s like she has a mental block!

[@Keiji555]

@@MegCazalet That's fine because of our history, French Canadians are notorious Grammar Nazis with the French language. Sorry, about that.

[@MegCazalet]

@@Keiji555 The French language is notoriously, somewhat ironically, Nazi-like about itself, truth be told.

[@rosieintheposies3164]

That was a great story! Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@susiehowey4141]

Paul… I hope you are well! I love your channel, the stories and the way you tell them.

[@PistolPat]

0:34 St. "Louie"... adorable 😊

[@queencerseilannister3519]

and "psoriasis" when we says Chirrosis. 😊

[@nicolad8822]

Louis is a french name, if we want it to be pronounced Lewis, that’s how we spell it.

[@queencerseilannister3519]

@nicolad8822 Yes but you know how it is... other Countries pronounce their own city certain ways. Some say New Or-leens... but here in Louisiana we say New Or-linz.

[@ClaireH1418]

Thank you for another wonderful video

[@user-gu1jk4qn6b]

BEST channel on youtube!

[@noregrets7469]

That was a good story and I thank you for the telling🌹

[@FREE_GOAT]

You always present very interesting videos. I look forward to watching them. Thank you.

[@lunastar7599]

Thank you!❤

[@bennettcawley4630]

Well, I never heard of this one.

[@cherylsmith950]

What an interesting story. Love the story teller’s way of telling it too. Really enjoyed this video.

[@gugulethundlovu7767]

Well I never!!!!

[@Jkk55]

I always love your stories I did notice in the comments a couple of viewers picked you up on your pronunciation is the offence a crime? 😂 well I never|!

[@lorissprankles6556]

Hi Paul/ love your content/ love your voice. I try to say/ your words an accent. /it's so fun!!. I have my whole family doing it!! Ur Awesome !!!❤❤

[@suemankins1692]

I always look forward to seeing your videos!!!

[@julia-ff9kt]

Another wonderful episode. Hoping all is well. x

[@sunbeamgal1]

Highlight of my week when a new video drops. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@marlenegreyling8620]

Good presentation, Paul. Thank you. Keep well.

[@AnnaAnna-uc2ff]

Thank you!

[@heyokaempath5802]

👏👏👏👏👏👏 GREAT story, well done as always! ❤🎉😊

[@farleyxwilbur3867]

I have lived in Colorado for more than 60 years and know the Brown Palace well. I had vaguely heard of this story and your telling of it was great. Certainly reminiscent of the Evelyn Nesbit, Harry K Thaw and Stanford White story.

[@emmajulian8716]

Absolutely love you Mr brodie another brilliant video please do murders of Leicester you will find some interesting murder or mystery

[@bapetize]

awesome story

[@maryscott9430]

I could listen to you read anythjng! You yave the perfect accent and a soothjng voice

[@Alteredminded1]

I love your videos, I love the details and story telling, you are always dressed so sharp. Thank you for the hard work. Btw it’s pronounced St Lewis while being spelled St Louis❤

[@lorraineforster8164]

Strong story thank you.

[@marianneginalski7564]

I really like your voice and your flow!

[@athramogab9576]

Exciting story

[@Charlotte66666]

Always look forward to a new upload, thank you Paul 😊

[@dward8146]

Psoriasis of the liver?? Methinx he meant cirrhosis...

[@thejudgmentalcat]

Tbf, a cirrhosised liver probably also had psoriasis 😂

[@paolafreston3620]

Lol I came down here to check if someone had mentioned that.

[@cynhiacations9879]

There is a disease called psoriasis of the liver. This causes healthy cells to be replaced by scar tissue thus making the liver unable to.perform it's role in the body.

[@thegreencat9947]

One or the other...sounds painful either way. 🤔😳😷🤒🤕🤢

[@sandybruce9092]

@@cynhiacations9879Very, interesting - I didn’t know that! It sounds like both words are correct on her condition. And she died with absolutely nothing! Karma!!!

[@danidavis7912]

Wow! I must say, I just looked you up on Google, sir and you have a very impressive resume'! I fully intend on going and looking for some "Red Dog City" tunes after this!

[@janemary8339]

He's a musician??🤔

[@celenacasciani8500]

Great story told in a manner I really like. I am definitely subscribing.

[@christopherkerchner7489]

Intriguing and riveting tale replete with the advisability of trying to do the right things in life ...Cirrhosis of the liver and widower for a man

[@sadielevens1144]

Always good❤❤❤❤❤

[@SatireFun]

Sad ending 😢

[@tracynonumbers]

Ahh, you are wonderful and an absolute treasure. Then I heard you laugh! Most charming and contagious...muscular christianity and such. Thank you very much for doing this work with such obvious care for accuracy. Seems that civilized storytelling from a refined, knowledgeable gentleman is genuinely needed in many lives. Take good care!

[@sonsiehollingsworth5342]

She was sooooo young 😮

[@31Alden]

Fascinating! Isabel Springer received her just desserts in NYC, dying alone, with nothing.

[@dowpman1]

that's A LOT of drinking to die that way at 37... A LOT

[@rosegilliland220]

This is like a Charles dickens novel.

[@DarHilton]

what a fascinating trivium !! well, I Never !

[@boosqueezy2418]

awesome channel

[@ABeautfulMess]

Well, I never😮

[@randyhebbebusche3644]

Some people have so little regard for others, utterly selfish seeking to please themselves at any cost. Feel sad for the husband. If one plays with fire longer enough getting burnt is inevitable.

[@MisterAndrewBuckley]

22:01 psoriasis of the liver, flakey 😂😂