DEATH BY AXE at Smuttynose Island -1873

[@christhepatriot4621]

Anybody else want to sit around a campfire and listen to Ron tell stories?

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

ha, ty Chris

[@amandabowe3896]

Me 🖐

[@judyschmoll8541]

Chris the Patriot, ABSOLUTELY CORRECT except in MN. 2 night it's 15 degrees. Brrrrr. Great in the summer. Thanks Ron ‼️, Judy

[@cherylgray4070]

I'd ❤️ to hear his stories no questions asked! He could come south side of Chicago...

[@salliecaulford4875]

can listen to Ron telling these stories all day & night

[@josephschlickbernd7892]

Getting all my outside chores out of the way, so I can get my weekly history from Professor Ron.

[@sharonbrown6595]

I am Canadian and always over history and have learned so much from Ron he is detailed and I love it, also see a lot of the country of USA. I like that too. I am to old to be travelling anymore so I see USA through Ron’s eyes 👀

[@ms.c3]

Evil in this world will never end. Sometimes I wonder why these people are born. I guess we will never know. Thank you Ron. Like always, you are one of the best storyteller in KZbin. May both these ladies Rest In Peace. 💐💐🌹🌹♥️♥️

[@judyclark5736]

I love your drone introductions. Very professionally done with the music.

[@elizabethannn.2556]

What a great story Horrific, but you told it so well. Love the drone flying at the opening. The flower falling off the head stone at the end was freaky!. Thanks so much Ron and FOTF crew you guys are wonderful! Ordered the book too, taking on vacation with me. Thanks again. Stay safe Ron!

[@ms.c3]

Yeah that was really really creepy. I did not notice this at all. Till you mentioned it. But did you also notice when the rose fell off - the leaves on the rose were actually moving after the rose fell off. Then not only that but the other dry rose fell off as well. NOW THAT WAS CREEPY.😮

[@elizabethannn.2556]

@@ms.c3 I did notice it was just odd

[@Matagot90]

@@ms.c3 I felt like the rose was being rejected. Spooky.

[@jaybeatty2182]

I watch several channels on this subject. I just want you to know, Ron , you are the best at telling the story .

[@khustombuilt2854]

The best at telling all the stories 🇳🇿🇳🇿☺️

[@hh7407]

Beautiful drone footage and the fly in was just beautiful. The animation was outstanding. As always, such a professional production. Thank you for keeping these ladies' stories alive. They had beautiful lives that were cut short by an evil monster.

[@karensagely579]

Anethe's spirit pushed the roses off her grave. I think she was thanking Ron for telling her and Karen's story.

[@NutsItsBerserkinTime]

I'm pretty sure it fell because he shoved it next to the dead rose stem and the stem eventually retained its shape and knocked the new rose off.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

agree.

[@SuperTruthful]

yes, i do too. they were both there

[@twilightpurpleglow]

I agree. The Spirit lives on. RIP Anethe and Karen Anne their deaths should have never happened. Lewis was the devil sold his soul for a few bucks.

[@Karime70]

The leaves moved too, so I think yes the ghost grabbed it😆

[@lechatbotte.]

Oh Ron what a horrific story thank you for sharing so these poor souls aren’t forgotten.

[@RockStop22]

Another great story Ron! The drone work at the beginning is beautiful. You're such an amazing story teller and when Anethe's roses fell at the end..😱 (I think she was Thanking you!)💐

[@tonyt73]

Oh my! I thought the exact same thing! ✝️

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

eerie!

[@johno30197]

Gravity!! but yeah it looks eerie to say the least lol.

[@karencarbone2603]

Ron, well told story. You have to be one of the best storytellers out there. I actually felt I was present in that story. You definitely have a gift! God Bless! These women will not be forgotten!

[@JamesBond-uz2dm]

Ron is a gifted raconteur.

[@Harkart59]

Stories like this are a reminder that a- holes existed as far back as we can remember. Beautiful footage! Well done and thank you Ron.

[@natashaom9731]

There's a cemetery in Leominster, MA where there's a grave of a man who refused to shave his beard and was beaten/jailed for it.. He still refused, and has a beard on his tombstone 😊

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

already shot that story, 2 days ago. shhhh 👍😊

[@ark4147]

I had a feeling that as soon as you laid the flower down, something was going to happen. Very tragic story, all for greed. Great Job, Ron!

[@narelle-creative-arts]

It must really frustrate and anger authors when they right a book and then it’s made into a movie and completely fabricated..so disappointing . Ron when your book is made into a move I’m sure the gang here will keep an eye on those movie makers..make sure it’s done right 😉😉❤️ thanks again Ron great story as always ❤️

[@BeautifulBadandBizarre]

As ever - well told Ron! There didn’t seem to be any breeze when the rose fell - very strange!

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

there was no breeze, correct, I mention it as we circle back there in 3 hours from now, back at Harmony Grove today!! watch for it--2PM Central time.

[@TippyPuddles]

Such an injustice to die for someone else's greed. Thank you for telling their story.

[@texasred2702]

Great topic. I was stationed at Portsmouth for 3 years and the Isle of Shoals murders is still very much alive for the residents of the area. I really wish someone with real skill would make a feature film out of this, maybe the same director who made The Lighthouse. If you knew how atmospheric the area is you'd understand.

[@JMaeD72]

Ron! Great production with Little Jimmy and telling of a story that is very familiar to me! My Great Grandmother grew up on New Castle and I have been up there several times in recent years to walk the same streets that she did with some of our clan! We met a wonderful historian who helped us discover more about our ancestry and lives in New Castle. She took us on a tour and told us the story of Smuttynose Island, which I have on tape! I went to the bookstore in Portsmouth and bought the same book that you were speaking of! Such a small world, is it not? Thank you for bringing this story to life! I so appreciate your work, Ron. Stay safe and God bless!

[@dantujunga1953]

Those photos you have of them looking at the camera while that music is playing, plus the drone footage is the best. A+ :)

[@lovealllife748]

Was watching with my sister, we started crying at the idea of leaving either one of us behind, that took strength and faith to do as her sister asked...

[@junedussault400]

I love the Isles of Shoals! I live in NH and the Portsmouth area is beautiful. I’ve heard this story several times as I’ve visited the islands. Well presented!

[@slejafhrf08]

When I went to Maine 20 years ago, we were staying in NH for a wedding and I got to see the Old Man of the Mountain before his face fell off less than a year later. Beautiful state.

[@junedussault400]

@@slejafhrf08 , yes, the Old Man was very impressive! Our children loved to go by him and wave! Sad the rocks fell! Read The Great Stone Face by Nathaniel Hawthorne!

[@jilliansteamer5442]

This was a horrible tragedy the Smuttynose Murders. I grew up visiting Portsmouth many summers as a kid and knew this story as I’ve taken the Ferry Boat ride out to the Isles of Shoals. Definitely a great ride to take if you have a chance to do it. Portsmouth is full of history and even though it’s a small town there’s a lot of amazing things to see. Very interesting video and I really hope Karen and Anethe are resting in peace. Such an awful thing and their souls deserve eternal peace . Also what was up with that flower at the end? That was quite eerie!

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

very eerie!!

[@sergiosilva4240]

@@FacesoftheForgotten ô aconteceu com Marin depois disso,o senhor sabe? saudações do Brasil 🙋‍♂️

[@MsSmeemoo]

Awesome yet sad video Thank You for your brilliance once again Ron RIP to the 2 Ladies who lost their lives, and I pray that the Lady who survived the terror that fateful night had as peaceful a life that she could. Much Love from Australia 🇦🇺❤🇦🇺❤🇦🇺❤🇦🇺❤🇦🇺❤🇦🇺❤

[@kathyimm2567]

As always, wonderfully told. You were acknowledged with the flower falling. Thank you for caring and telling these stories.

[@diannescheid4637]

Excellent opening!! Beautiful view. Horrific story. Well done Ron!

[@marniebaker4579]

What a terribly sad and devastating story Ron! Thank you for telling it. 😢😢 I hope they are Resting In Peace. ❤️❤️😢🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@muddy_mummy7774]

Thank you Ron another amazing story. I’m loving all the Aerial shots and the dramatic music. A lot of these stories you cover we have not heard over here in the UK 🇬🇧. So thank you. Thank for keeping their memories alive xx 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@ellennewth6305]

This is a horrific murder of course, but I'm glad at least Maren (and her dog) escaped. I believe Wagner was the murderer. He had the motive and the strength to wield the axe. Rather eerie that the yellow rose fell off of Anethe's grave! As a side note, the "Dory" was first designed and built in my home town, Swampscott, MA in 1840.

[@jackethompson]

There's another connection to Swampscott in the Robinson book Ron mentioned.

[@sergiosilva4240]

Me pergunto como Maren seguiu sua vida depois de tudo isso,ô quê aconteceu com ela,saudações do Brasil Ellen 🙋‍♂️

[@tammy2281]

Ron.....you are a incredible. Jack of all trades...Master of All! Another great video...like a mini movie. The music you used was perfectly haunting and the drone shots were so beautiful. Keep up the good work.

[@mariaferreras4369]

Ron, your voice is unique in telling these historic tales. You should consider a book. We would all buy! Proceeds could add to the headstones you graciously donate. Thank you for all you do!

[@peachcathy]

What a sad horrifying story, the flower falling off, that was something..a bit off a talk back at the end.. Back in time music, touched ones heart. Fantastic telling, thanks, I also prefer the stones to look old.

[@seekerofthetruth6257]

Rest in peace 🌹Anethe, 🌹Karen, & 🌹everyone. My opinion: A very horrific, & heartbreaking story. As well as one of strength, & determination by the surviving sister. Greed one of the seven deadly sins. There are also seven virtues. Stay safe Sir & everyone. P.s love your shirt, perfect for the story, thinking & hearing " The Stairway To Heaven"

[@cassieguerra593]

Just found faces of the forgotten 3 days ago. Love all the videos and history! ~ Shreveport Louisiana

[@KimberlyLew]

Welcome to the channel 😊

[@j.whiteoak6408]

Welcome to the 'gang', Cassie! But be warned - Ron's videos and live-streams are terribly addictive, and the people in our 'gang' are some of the most beautiful people I've never met! I hope to see you on a Live-stream soon, and please do say hello : ) Kindest regards, From Janell, Australia 🇦🇺❤️🇺🇸

[@lovealllife748]

Hoo boy you're going to be here lots! Check out on Instragram too!👀

[@slejafhrf08]

Wow, I stayed in Kittery Maine in 2002 and this island is 11 miles out from where I stayed. We went up the coast a little ways near Fort McClary to explore which is only 8.5 miles from Smuttynose Island I wish I would have known about this story then!

[@euridiceromero144]

Qué terrible! Pobres mujeres, ésta historia me dejó muy impresionada. Gracias por compartirla. Saludos.

[@mandamorris7934]

Ron, thanks again for your amazing telling of such a sad sad story. RIP ladies. Nobody tells a story quite like you. I enjoy knowing all the little details and theories that abound, and pictures if there are any. As you walk through the many places you visit you can't help but wonder at all the lives... who they were, and the story of their living. We shall all be such someday... and generations to come will wonder about us as well. Beautiful opening... just stunning! Thanks again Ron. This was awesome.

[@ScoopDogg]

having a Faces of the forgotten BINGE WATCH : ) must be on my 7th straight episode. Love it

[@emtdad8821]

Hi Ron, I was born and raised in Keene New Hampshire, and went to Hampton Beach and Portsmouth every year. I went to Star Island at the Ises of Shoals for many years. I have been to Smuttynose 3 times and read the book Moonlight Murder at Smuttynose. There is also a lot of fascinating history on Star Island as well. Betty Mooney's Cave, Miss Underhill's Chair and the Beebe Cemetery.

[@jerroldclark7053]

Great story Ron, I live about 30 minutes from Portsmouth and remember hearing this story when I was growing up. Happy to have you in my home state of New Hampshire.

[@alexhostler3760]

Happy Sunday Ron🤗 Another great story, and yes it has sad and horrific parts, but what great story is without it. I also loved that you added a little of your humor before you begin telling the story. Thanks again and Thank you for the info about the book. Btw you're wearing one of my favorite bands👍😉

[@leahfox7076]

Those roses were pushed off! Definitely supernatural! Ron, I love your channel. I love history and I especially love forgotten history. Thank you for everything you do!

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

eerie!!!!

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

tune in at 2PM today, we go back, and a mention of this eerie event

[@edithq617]

This had nothing to-do with the wind if you notice when Ron placed the flower he made sure that he pushed it back so it was secure I've had enough things happen to me to notice that the flower was removed with a different type of movement you actually feel a smooth presence move them. This Is a gesture made for Ron to see she's grateful for his thoughtful gift.

[@susan5301]

Ron, you are a fabulous storyteller! This story is so horrifying, having to hear your own sister murdered! May they be resting in peace! Thanks Ron!

[@wildcolonialman]

Well done as always. Fine telling, of horror and one mans one way journey to the pit. RIP Ladies.

[@mistyf219]

Loved the drone footage and your amazing storytelling skills.

[@shirleyashanti3031]

Heartbreaking tale 💔 😢 of lives lost and a community shattered by the love of money. May they rest in peace forever. Thank you for this story so beautifully done as always. Beautiful cemetery in breathtaking area of America.

[@kathe.o.]

The music is fabulous. To tell the history of these women was unreal.

[@breeyoung8777]

Yes I agree - energy is all about. It was like that rose fell in slow motion...took my breath away. It reminds me of a story u did down south , story of a family murdered and buried in the woods in the middle of nowhere, not a murmur or wind. Then that dog silently shows up behind u....eerie. Ur videos get more and more professional looking. The photography, the music it was all excellent. The only problem is I desperately wanted to read those old stones! 👌🙋‍♀️

[@debrasimons8317]

Thank you for what you do, for remembering these people and their stories and bringing them to light for all of us. Their stories need to be told and shared not totally forgotten. I'm glad that the man got his just rewards. Thank You again God Bless and Stay Safe and remember to always Ride With The Lord

[@Tambisme]

Amen🙏🏼

[@lindachampion4171]

The opening of this episode is incredibly beautiful. The music selected perfectly complemented the drone footage. I rewatched the opening twice. Thank you for creating a truly awesome video!

[@julietteserria6616]

Dear Ron, I can’t tell how much I have come to enjoy and look forward to your works; truly a high point of my “me time”. This was probably my favorite thus far. The prelude is only very, very slightly rivaled by that of my favorite movie “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil”… beautifully done. Thank you for sharing your passion with us.

[@summerrain7956]

I could sit and listen to you give history lessons all day😊Your such a great guy😊Thank you for sharing all your hard work that you do.

[@connieblack5276]

The video starts out so haunting and beautiful with the above view and music, beautiful thank you.

[@peterredfern1174]

So sad,a beautiful pair of ladies may they and their loved ones be resting in eternal peace.Love the tune Ron ,mournful but soothing as well.Thanks for telling the story ,take care and stay safe mate from ballarat in Oz,👋👋👍🙏🙏🇦🇺

[@LetItBeSummer-1]

In a strange way, your beautiful & sad videos are a great escape from our world today. Looking forward to this one. Thx Ron 😬😮

[@Americansangel]

OMG you did a wonderful job on this video your other ones are pretty awesome also but I love how you started out with the music and the scenery of the cemetery it’s beautiful thank you for sharing god all your hard work and much respect to these poor victims 🙏🏽😇

[@deborahkelly3434]

Watch your videos all the time you bring such instresting content from Biloxi Mississippi

[@tammypullen1110]

Ron, that was a sad, horrifying story!!! You told it beautifully!! The flower at the end falling off the stone was haunting, I didn't notice any wind, kind of creepy!!! Love you tons Ron!! Always a great job, thank you!!♥️

[@hollyb.3615]

This was a wonderful rendition of this story, complete with beautiful drone footage and sensitive music accompanying it. Thanks for alerting us to the book, I remember seeing the movie version and obviously some things were manipulated, for why I don't know, the true story is compelling. Thanks, Ron !

[@cathycorriher6313]

Thanks for the story, Ron. Kinda spooky at the end with the rose. You are the best story teller and l look forward to your videos. Thanks for your time and research.

[@RealLifeWorthLiving]

I appreciate hearing the stories behind people who might not otherwise be remembered. I like history and I like to know the stories behind it. It helps us remember the people were real.

[@sheilaschultz7693]

I love the music on this one. It is hauntingly beautiful.

[@jessebriee3918]

The falling rose was eerie. Energies at the best working to show you their appreciation that you didn't forget them. Thank you for bring us this story.

[@marygrummer9189]

I actually saw this story on a KZbin video a while back, but your way of story telling made it much more interesting.

[@virginiakeim]

Beautiful drone footage of the NH countryside! After hearing the you tell the scary story of these murders, I HAD to get the Audible book! I'll be listening to it tonight! Thank you for sharing Ron! Gorgeous cemetery btw...

[@billtravis2369]

That was a great presentation Ron. Thank you for being detailed

[@susieholley8362]

Interesting story! That guy wanted that money really bad! What a fool! Are the husbands buried close by? And the lady that got away, is she buried there too! Thank you Ron, that was a great story!

[@aisha2370]

Good questions.

[@MichelleJohnson-tg5lx]

Love the violin intro with Piano. Beautiful music for a Beautiful Peaceful place

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

it is a Noway piece.

[@MichelleJohnson-tg5lx]

@@FacesoftheForgotten thank you.

[@martinemoisson1353]

Si j ai hâte de découvrir une nouvelle histoire de Vie j adore voyager et découvrir l endroit où votre histoire nous emmène. !

[@marlenepearson3936]

Ron! I marvel at your work! Little Jimmy is to be commended for the great footage he provided! Beautiful! Your story telling! Choice of music 🎶 Those poor Women! And that was weird how the yellow rose 🏵 fell off at the end! Could it have had anything to do with you putting it by the dead flowers 💐 🤔 Hmm... Stay safe and hydrated 💓 🙏 💖 Ron! 🤗

[@connieduncan4239]

The flower falling was odd. Never happened before in your videos did it? It looked like something else fell right after the rose. It was a great ending to your story. Good job you’re a great story teller! If I believed the spirits of the dead were listening I would say they were so glad to be remembered that the rose falling was a way to say thanks!

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

eerie. first time! definitely some energy there!

[@VALKYRIE12020]

I also saw this

[@MsBlynn]

Yes very strange! It seemed to be solidly on there as well as the dried stem or whatever that was under it. Both of them looked almost to be tossed off. I am not sure what to make of it but I would like to think that the dear ladies were saying hello and thank you and that they are resting in peace.

[@GymChess]

@@MsBlynn What does the Bible say about people dying? There's no coming back. There's like a huge canyon or ravine between this world and the next.

[@arielsea9087]

@@GymChess There’s a promise of a resurrection. Acts 24:15

[@lindabrinkman1713]

What you said about cleaning headstones; the first rule I taught my kids is" If it's not yours, don't touch it"

[@peggygalati2191]

Expertly produced as always..thank you Ron.

[@Laceycrochet]

Everything about this video is outstanding and so respectful. Thank you Ron 💜👍🇬🇧

[@lorrainescott3473]

Great story, Ron, but sad. I love the music and drone work at the beginning. And such a beautiful cemetery. I love the old, old stones. I saw the flower you laid on the stone fall off. It didn't look like it was breezy. Then the flower that had been there was knocked off too. That felt deliberate to me. Someone attempting to make a statement. I just love your channel. Can't wait for the next one. I hope they are both resting in peace.

[@johno30197]

Like the drone work cool!what an evil piece he was rest in peace karen and anetha as alway's thank's for sharing ron..

[@DorisVoerster]

Such a sad and tragic story 😢 May they rest In peace. Love the little Jimmy footage. Excellent job as always. Thanks, Ron. 💜

[@Cissy2cute]

Excellent production. I knew about these murders but no matter how many times I read about them, it never gets less interesting and remains the horrific event it was. Thank you for this!

[@aidagarcia2078]

Love the intro! Just beautiful. Thank you for sharing this story. Stay safe.

[@teresacudd4449]

That was awesome very creepy that the flower dropped to the ground Love the video I think Anethe was communicating with you

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

indeed!

[@sharonnichols9625]

What a beautifully told story and the view of the cemetery by air was awesome, such a sad story but Ron you told it in a way that you felt like you might have been there, and the Rose falling off was letting us know how and what really happened.

[@ritagreen9528]

Thank you for another awesome presentation. This is a sad sad story, but you got the correct information about, it and I appreciate that. Your drone shows how beautiful this place really is. Have a blessed week and we'll see you next time 👍

[@denisesnider1939]

Loved the music and drone beginning....Great job Ron....And yes the Rose falling off....Watched that part a couple times...Interesting... 🤔

[@serenitynow288]

Great coverage of this story. That rose was pushed off the stone along with the other flower by an unseen hand. You can tell there is NO breeze whatsoever. Very eerie.

[@ArizonaRed]

I saw that movie..Thank you for clearing up the mystery. I guess the survivor was confused. It wasn't just Borden. There was also the axe murders on various places on the RR including Villisca, Iowa.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

villisca axe murder has been done over and over and over on KZbin, to nauseam. I wont touch that one, looking for more untold stories, like this one.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

right on, mystery solved!1. thanks, glad u liked the production Shayla.

[@margaretschaller9492]

Hey Ron, was late joining but enjoyed the story telling by you. Thank you.

[@daVincis7thoracle]

Ron, I watched the very end several times to look for any kind of wind or breeze... absolutely nothing! The yellow rose essentially appeared to have been knocked off the headstone ledge. I honestly don't know how to explain it or how to interpret it. We can only speculate. Perhaps it was her way of thanking you for remembering them. A gentle nod of appreciation.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

right on Michael, yes, eerie--no breeze whatsoever. energies!!

[@carolinejohnson845]

Again your intro drone footage is absolutely delightful.

[@yoranw4608]

*Amazing intro.* Quite odd and bizarre story. Another awesome video! Thanks a lot, Ron.

[@sherrysisney8860]

In checking further Anethe's husband remarried several years later to Walborg Regina Jakobsen. I did find information on site findagrave....it stated burial details unknown for him. Interesting information shown on Maren Sebeille Christensen Hontvet findagrave site that it was rumored she confessed on her deathbed to the murders. I have got to read the book! A great mystery.

[@seascape1016]

Beautiful opening drone footage and music. Great pictures too. Thx Ron for sharing their story with us. 🕯

[@alandickerson3379]

Thank you for sharing this horrible story and remembering these two ladies!

[@manisally]

The flower falling off was very strange I have watched it at least 4 times and there doesn’t seem to be a breath of wind great story and so sad no one could protect them .

[@mcwatersd]

Great intro with the drone. Very interesting story . Sad for the family .Well told . Keep Safe ❤Keep Well ❤

[@annettepurtle3757]

That is horrendous story but thank you for telling us. I’ve never heard of this story before, I can’t imagine waking up and finding a man standing there with an axe over me! And living on an island at that! I’ll have to read the book now 😀👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼more,more 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@lizsaunders8025]

What a sad event. It's cool to here about this as this is where I live. I've been out to the isles of Shoals on the The steam ship. I've heard this told many times 😀 I love watching your videos

[@godblessamerica3247]

I've loved every one of your videos. Love from GA.

[@susanna3]

That was such a compelling story Ron, the drone entrance and haunting music really set the tone! Beautiful look at Portsmouth, a great area to explore. Appreciate all of your research, and setting the record straight, I had seen the movie and it played loose with the facts for sure. I was shocked to see the rose fall from Anethe' grave, whoa! That was beyond eerie, wondered if you felt that energy there, I believe Anethe's spirit is grateful to you Ron, for remembering her.⚘

[@wendyhenschel.]

Missed the live. Was on another live at the time. You were up in my neck of the woods. We have lots of good stories up here in new england. I am 2 hours from there in southern mass. This was such a sad story when i heard it.