“He Broke my Doll” - Outrage Revenged in the 1920s - Catherine Denino

#VintageCrime #NewYork #revenge
In the 1920s a murder case caught the attention of New Yorkers - A young Italian immigrant called Catherine Denino shot and killed the man who had despoiled her as a child.
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[@tanjahorvatserbiaoldslavsh4685]

#Oddie November 13th. I am born on November 13th year 1990 in Serbia ( ex Tito's Yugoslavia, Balkan peninsula, Europe ). Catherine was an amazingly strong girl/young woman. Her attacker was a monster. Her husband was a coward. I think that Catherine didn't bond with 1st kid because Catherine's mother didn't give Catherine's baby Catherine in her arms.

[@ghostcityshelton9378]

She could have saved alot of time and money and just used the eye drops in the tea. No fuss....but it would ruion his day. She could have said "bye" and walked away. This is YT so we must remember their 'guidelines' and all that. My 'x' very abusive hubby is very lucky that I believe in God. He never wanted a wife just kids. If I'd of taken (our) my kids and just left he'd of killed all of us. That was the kind of flake guys like him are, the if they can't have the 'kids' no one will. So I'll see soon if bozzo divorced me or not soon as I'm going to be trying to get my social security benefits soon & will mention I was married blah, blah, blah and see what turns up. Should be interesting. He is (or was?) 12 yrs older than me, so who knows if he's still around, but I wouldn't dout it, only the good die young eh? Or so it's said. I believe in God and just read my Bible alot. We hopefully learn from our misstakes right?

[@charlotrisch5138]

I think the judge knew things that are not known about Catherine's mother perhaps the mother was pimping her daughters out. Or maybe the mother was messing with the uncle.

[@LauraSusanUilani]

@ObsoleyeOddity sent to you by @Nuke’s Too 5. You make awesome videos

[@cypher7648]

Thanks, great video, and perfect narration!👍🙏

[@debsy91]

There's such a thing called "Natural Justice." In assaulting and impregnating his niece the uncle effectively ended her life. The stigma in those days made her a social outcast. This dirty deed followed her and casted a stain on her character. As the victim she suffered more than the perpetrator throughout life. I think she was totally vindicated in her actions as she held the sympathy of the public and eventually the law court too.

[@6teezkid]

No, there is no need for such a law these days. There's NO DISHONOR to a family and their name if raped. You contact the law and put the perp in prison. No, we don’t go around shooting people in cold blood.

[@pcarebear1]

Amen, my grandma had a similar story to Catherine. She was forced to marry her abuser at 13. Her aunt told her if the family knew what he did, they would kill him and it would be her fault. Still makes me angry how common this is

[@Nettsinthewoods]

@@pcarebear1 wow! Horrific

[@jodygrulich8695]

He wasn't an uncle was he?

[@julieabraham3566]

"He broke my doll." She was bound tight to the moment where her childhood had stopped.

[@Bobby-mg1uj]

Well said.

[@2EKgn16]

@@suzannaandrea4306 Like I commented above, I think he hated her. The very acts he committed even when she had moved on with her life....he deserved to die.

[@mza2195]

Poor Catherine! I can’t imagine her pain in having to deal with all of this while she was so young. I feel so terrible that she had to be harassed even after the incident. I don’t blame her for doing what she did. I hope she’s at peace now.

[@mza2195]

@@KAdams-dr4pc if what really happened?

[@mza2195]

@@KAdams-dr4pc it’s all documented in the court case. Did you not believe the court records that were presented in the video?

[@rubytuesday7653]

🌿💙🍒💙🌿

[@rubytuesday7653]

@@KAdams-dr4pc People do lie ........I agree....🔥🦬🔥

[@ObsoleteOddity]

@Ruby Tuesday - Why would I lie? There's even historical newspaper clippings documenting the case! The other idiot has been blocked for impertinence.

[@Scraggledust]

What a tough survivor Catherine was. Rebounded from a life of literal hell-stalking. We really haven’t come all that far from these stigma’s. They still persist in corners and whispers. It is why even today, many women do not report when these cruel violations happen.

[@benrobertsuk]

"Men Suffer Domestic Violence From Women, Just as Well,Many Men Also Do Not Report It" UK🇬🇧

[@nanmattingly6402]

@@benrobertsuk This, numbnut, was not domestic violence. She was raped, at 12 years old, by her uncle, and became pregnant.

[@kerisrail5683]

...and now, we too, in many states, will be forced to carry children in cases such as these.

[@fortressgothika]

@@kerisrail5683 you somehow lack the ability to travel to a state that will let you kill babies?

[@ardenalexa94]

@@kerisrail5683 giving even more trauma to victims than their already is

[@MissMistressNerd]

I thought it odd that the Judge ordered no contact with the mother too. Maybe the Judge thought that since the mother didn't report the crime, let Rocco back, then gave the baby away that would have a negative effect on Catherine.

[@shelleydawnballard]

Because Catherine was a child, the mother was responsible for doing the right thing for her child. But she placed her own reputation and need for money above her child's welfare and repeatedly did the wrong thing. Letting Fino back into their home, and giving the baby away, and the lies about his death and hidden adoption. The mother could not be trusted any longer. I bet she profited from the adoption.

[@MissMistressNerd]

@@shelleydawnballard yeah that was my point lol

[@Bobby-mg1uj]

Her mother likely sold Catherine’s child, kept the money, She profited by underwriting the abuser’s campaign of terror.

[@kristingallo2158]

They were afraid she'd kill her mother.

[@pameversole5886]

It’s too bad the court systems of today don’t follow “Catherine’s Law”. There wouldn’t be so many monsters roaming around. Thank you, Oddie, for telling Catherine’s story.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rubytuesday7653]

Beautiful 🥀 Catherine's Law. Poor sweet child had CpTSD from all the trauma . May her spirit soar like the blue birds.

[@kristingallo2158]

They actually do. This was the precedent for battered womens syndrome and why women got freed after killing their abusive partners.

[@rubytuesday7653]

@@kristingallo2158 Thank you, Song Bird💙. You just made my💛 happy. As a women dying from hunger and water from a bitter divorce and trapped out in the country. That gives me hope. Someone will research why I've died here.❤️🦬🪶❤️

[@carltonthepug]

This was an era where women weren’t loose and respected themselves. This law will not be effective today.

[@britneycampbell7486]

Taking her innocence wasn't enough! He literally wanted to ruin her in every way possible 😣😣😣

[@flyingfig12]

sick monster in every way.

[@moomama217]

And your mother still didn't say a word to anybody. Mom was just as big of a monster.

[@Ashley-vs8nu]

That's some serious sick ish

[@rubytuesday7653]

It still happens to girls and women in Oklahoma small towns. The white elite men get into positions of power court house, become DA,family judges , private Banks that sit in western part of the state!$$$$$billions! lawyers for Private electric company's ( Board all crusty white men CK Energy Binger Oklahoma)and private Rural water district. ( Board consist of white men). Covid relief çame for the Indian people. First State Bank wouldn't cash them unless you a account. Midfirst Bank made the Indians form a line at the door to enter. If you are a women getting a divorce in Caddo county you are destroyed! Have kids ? Gets worse ....family judge .....holy cows are corrupt!

[@tanjahorvatserbiaoldslavsh4685]

He was a monster.

[@amypaparone55]

I want to know if the wife and kids in Italy ever found out what a hateful POS their husband/father was! I sure hope so!

[@cherylmaden5989]

I'm sure they knew. Italian women are smart cookies

[@lunaumbra]

Her mother gave her baby away telling her he was dead and invited her abuser back into the home. The judge prob realised there would be problems.

[@maureenobrien4807]

She should have shot mom too.

[@leslijones4443]

@@lunaumbra she didn’t invite him. Maria probably knew Catherine’s future could have been ruined by the scandal, through no fault of her own.

[@Ashley-vs8nu]

I agree with you entirely Oddie. Instead of her husband literally running and cowering, he should have "handled" it for his wife. Talk about throwing his vows away.

[@pmb6667]

Exactly. I also felt that if she were *not* pregnant with his child, he'd have never changed his mind to visit her in jail.

[@britneycampbell7486]

I was on the edge with this 1. Because I was keeping my fingers crossed hoping & praying that even though she had the public's support, please DO NOT confine her to an asylum. They didn't. Pheeeeeew, I sure enjoyed this one.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!

[@UnholyTriforceDelenn]

There was so much happening to this poor girl! Defiled and traumatized by someone she was supposed to trust, to the point that he impregnated her through that, and also broke her doll. Then her mother letting him back into the home (never mind that she kicked him out yet again later, he should never have been allowed back) and then Catherine's own husband throwing her out into the street while she was pregnant for fear of shame and scandal. Who wouldn't be at least a little unhinged after being failed by their family and by their own husband? Her mother never even reported what that man did to her daughter because she was ashamed and afraid of being judged by her neighbors. Honestly, Catherine should never have had to be in that situation where she felt she had to buy a gun and kill the man who did that to her. Yeah, she committed a crime, a very serious one, but I think the bigger crimes were perpetrated upon her and no one stopped it, no one helped her. They all failed her. No wonder the judge made it a part of his judgement that Catherine should not go near her mother's home, because she did three truly terrible things that a mother should never do: 1) She never reported what that man did to Catherine. 2) She let the man back into her home. 3) She never properly backed Catherine, her own daughter, when she needed her mother the most.

[@fujoshirants9609]

"He broke my doll". The doll was a symbol of her innocence. He destroyed that. She was raped at age 12. She killed him and saw her son again at age 16. I don't blame her for doing what she did.

[@cocoaorange1]

A very sad story. In am glad she was not prosecuted.

[@cocoaorange1]

A very sad story. In am glad she was not prosecuted.

[@nessy.18]

I'm so happy for her! I'm glad she was able to get rid of that evil man, and that she was able to live such a happy life in the end. Also I bet the mom wasn't too supportive of her daughter throughout her life, like how she never reported the crime to the police when it happened due to fear of scandal rather than helping her daughter (she did the bare minimum of kicking him out and getting rid of the baby). Also maybe she was still living in the same home where it happened, so it could be even more triggering for Catherine to visit her mother's house. But that's just speculation! Thank you for telling her story, I'd never heard about it before. Leave it to Oddity to learn about new stories!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!

[@wendyqallab6906]

Thank you for telling this sad story.

[@chanel58style70]

I’m so glad that you’re showing these older Patreon videos. To me, they’re new! Best line of the whole video was Catherine saying “he broke my doll”. I feel that that line sums up the events in her childhood, and throughout her life. When he broke her doll, he took away her childhood, and then her chances at a happy life. Thank God she was able to find happiness before she died. She never gave up!! Thanks for the video Oddie!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m happy you’re enjoying them! Thank you so much for your great feedback!

[@lilsheba1]

I'm so glad things ended up this way! Her actions WERE justified. She got vengeance!!

[@texastea5686]

I'm so glad she eventually found some happiness (even tho Rocco was a schmuck). I feel sorry for her firstborn child, but I'm also glad she wasn't forced to raise a son that she admitted she had no love for. I hope he was able to grow up healthy and happy. And i thought it was brilliant for the judge to tell her to stay away from her mother. Great story! It should be a movie.

[@kittymr.hedgehog7457]

Have we really come along way? We still blame the victim and victim shame...as always love your voice and content.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Much appreciated, thank you kindly!

[@texastea5686]

I know =( at the end "I've washed with blood the stain on OUR honor" my goodness, she was TWELVE years old!! 😔

[@norarae4427]

We have actually gone back. The Supreme Court has just ruled that no longer will federal protections exist for little impregnated girls. They must carry the rapist's child or go to jail. This, even in cases of incest.

[@norarae4427]

@@suzannaandrea4306 Republicans did.

[@norarae4427]

@@suzannaandrea4306 Yup...

[@TheLionessjudah]

So wonderfully portrayed. Thank you. I found this article that helped me understand this case. It read quote "Because he believed a first or second degree murder conviction impossible, Judge James M. Barrett in Bronx County Court yesterday accepted a plea of guilty of manslaughter in the first degree from Catherine Denino, 16-year-old slayer of Luigi Fino." She was only 16 years old when this crime of rape happened, therefore the mother did not report the crime of her minor child and did allow the man back into Catherine's life for the sake of the child conceived. but nevertheless, her daughter was being faced again with her perpetrator, causing Catherine to feel unprotected and vulnerable. Her husband sent her out and also abandoned her and Catherine probably only knew she had to protect herself. Everyone's honor was being addressed, all except Catherine's honor which she defended by her own actions. She even tried to take her life in despair. That alone gives you an idea of her hopelessness.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you too!

[@WorldOfEnchantment44]

Was anyone else yelling “good girl, get him!” at the screen???

[@mleighqs]

This was a sad and maddening case. I really think if her mother had handled things the way she should have from the beginning then the rest of this story may not have happened. Fino must have been even sicker than most; why would he return to blackmail her? He had gotten away with his crime. Also, It is good that her husband came around but I feel he was wrong for mistreating her for something she had no control over.

[@emilyspector2728]

If she was in a family like mine, and we knew about this, some family members would go have a “talk” with them. And yes, her mother put the family honour first instead of her and well being for going through a traumatic ordeal. Good show as always!

[@kina18]

My dad would have unalived that sob.

[@ladyagnes7781]

My fam had something in the same vein as this. The mother swept it under the rug as did Catherine's. Then she bullied her daughter to be silent "to protect the family". The one thing different was that , unlike Catherine, she married a wonderful guy who supported her & made a difference.

[@ameliamokarzel2761]

Wow, great story! A happy ending for Catherine. She seemed to overcome. Although she was surrounded by cowards she endured as a courageous woman.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊

[@terrace1]

Excellent observation on the judges account that he recognized a narcissistic mother not showing any love for her daughter; and sympathizing with Catherine and acknowledging it wasn't her fault to begin with 🥺 I enjoyed it very much 😍 thanks

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!

[@toolsteel8482]

I immediately thought the chair was in her future. Glad she had a merciful judge. So glad she enjoyed the rest of her days. I like the creepy background music and sound effects. Love these presentations oddie. Thanks.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊

[@bubzilla6137]

"All's well that ends well for slayer of betrayer" is my new favorite headline! I love it... This poor woman has been through some stuff. I love that her first known words post gunshot were "he broke my doll". Sounds like a movie line. As for justice, I think the court got it right. I don't know what to call it exactly, but it's like a cousin of self defense. She wasn't in immediate danger but clearly the guy wasn't done messing with her. He got what he deserved and I think she did too. She got off with mild restrictions. Honestly, I might have just acquitted her, knowing she was not going into a life of crime. It was obviously a one time thing. Times were different back then too, so it's hard to say. Anyway, thanks for another awesome story I had never heard of before! I love that you cover these. Even more, you have tons of old pictures of the actual people and places involved. That's awesome! 🙂🙂🙂

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊

[@renee1961]

My heart hurts for Catherine! She went through so much, and being so young!! I'm happy life became so much better! And the Judge was amazing! I feel she was Justified, because everything he did to her, starting with the Attack, and ongoing harassment! I'm glad she had happiness! Thank You, again, Oddie!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks for your interesting insights and positive feedback. much appreciated 😊

[@renee1961]

@@ObsoleteOddity thank you, Oddie!

[@5809AUJG]

As always, Ofdie Beau, superlative. Know that sexual assault is a deeply violating and traumatic experience for victims. Back then, the cultural factors of Italy were very much against providing comfort and support for girls and women who were hurt in this way. It was seen as the victims' fault, due to their supposed inappropriate conduct that, somehow, drew a rapist to do this. Madness, as we now know. In this one case, I am glad that this woman was freed, was able to continue her marriage (though her husband had been a complete jerk), and live her life. I hope she had a good life, and is now at peace. So very well done, our Oddie!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So glad you enjoyed it, thank you so much for your positive feedback! I appreciate it.

[@deonaboyle7651]

Unfortunately these things still happen. Almost 40 years ago I was 15 years old and raped and as a result pregnant. Because of my family’s standing in the church I thought it would be better to marry than to be single with a baby. Bad decision. The church still looked down on me, people still talked behind my back and even people I thought were my friends weren’t really. Lesson learned. When you try to right a wrong , even if it wasn’t your fault, leave it to God.

[@cristywyndham-shaw5111]

Justice prevailed! She had suffered enough and thank goodness others saw that and supported her.Thanks for another great narration. You present the most interesting stories. I'm glad I found this. I'm subscribed and have clicked the notification bell, but I never get notified. Weird. Cheers from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😊

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That's very kind of you, thank you for that. Yes it's been happening for years now, I've complained to YT, but they do nothing about it. Many, many subscribers tell me the same thing. Also many are unsubscribed from my channel. It appears they don't want people watching my videos, perhaps another creator of similar content knows someone working for YT, and so can manipulate the views this way?

[@nanmattingly6402]

@@ObsoleteOddity I don't know why that happens either Oddie, it's happened to me. I'm amazed at some of the drivel that KZbin let's on, and your stories are so well researched. Keep on posting, your followers love you. From Ohio USA

[@ObsoleteOddity]

@Nan Mattingly - Thanks for your really great feedback Nan, a truly wonderful compliment - much appreciated :)

[@freedomisntfree4836]

LOVED IT! I feel so bad for her, what she'd been through. He was evil. I feel nothing for his demise except justice. How could rape diminish a woman's honor? Her husband did NOT deserve her.

[@lesliesmith5797]

Hi Oddie, as usual exceptional presentation. So happy Catherine was able to get justice for herself. Thanks to the wonderful people who came to her aid. 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kaliamburgey8505]

I was so glad to hear that Catherine and Rocco lived happily ever after and had more children !!! 💘 it Oddie !!!! Good story !!! 💘 🙏

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I thank you sincerely.

[@sgm8265]

All of this before she was 16. Still a child. Thank you for this and all your videos.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊

[@Jenjen-qc5eq]

I was holding my breath for Catherine hoping that she would make it.

[@tanjahorvatserbiaoldslavsh4685]

Catherine was an amazingly strong girl/young woman. Her attacker was a monster. Her husband was a coward. I think that Catherine didn't bond with 1st kid because Catherine's mother didn't give Catherine to hold the baby in her arms.

[@rosanajaquez3274]

Oddie, thank you so much for posting this story. As a native NYer, I've heard of the story of Catherine DeNino, but I'd never heard that entire story. For example, I'd never heard the Harry Thaw connection (ugh that guy). I'm glad she was able to make a life for herself and her beloved Rocco after her trauma. You are amazing. The best historical stories ever are on your channel.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I really appreciate that, thank you.

[@TheKulu42]

A sad story, but well-presented and I'm glad Catherine had a chance to live her life. As usual, I enjoyed your presentation and the photographs your used. I'm always amazed how your find and use those vintage photos. As for her case, I think she could have gotten off with diminished capacity today. And I think that husband of hers might have been feeling the heat when she started getting such strong public support, explaining why he hurried to patch things up. He realized arguing about "honor" wasn't going to help him.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I appreciate your positive feedback my friend, thank you 😊🙏

[@andiemorgan961]

Catherine was only 16 when she shot Fino. Today she would still be considered a minor. She had suffered so much in such a short life. She was very fortunate to have such influential support that ensured the decision of first degree manslaughter.

[@nancyM1313]

Thank you Oddie & your lovely patrons for sharing Catherine's story. Have a great week.❤

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you too!

[@devinbullard7304]

I'm so happy she finally found happiness and the bastard got what he deserved.

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

Thank you Oddie! I agree with you. The poor excuse for a husband should have put a stop to her tormenter.🙁🐝❤️

[@Bobby-mg1uj]

Agreed. Fortunately, Catherine possessed brass ovaries. She settled what he could not, and that's one heckuva feat.

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

@@Bobby-mg1uj Yes, sometimes you just have to take things into your own hands. 🤗❤️🐝

[@destaniedillard1001]

I've been waiting for someone to cover this case for years.

[@MeduseldRabbit]

I am fully in favor of victims exacting revenge when the courts and society does not punish the offender. Who knows how many other women he attacked and got away with because they were too ashamed to come forward. The blackmail attempt was definitely what put her over the edge, and he deserved his fate. Her husband deserved a kick in the coattails as well for throwing her out. At least she was able to go on to have something like a happy life afterwards.

[@msc8663]

Poor Catherine. The mother should have done something to help her daughter. Just so sad. I'm glad she got freedom. Rocco should be imbarrassed for what he did by abandon Catherine. But a happy ending. Thanks so much so Oddie. My love to you and Mrs Oddie. Be safe my friend. Bless you.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That's very kind of you, thank you for that.

[@kryptofly]

A girl I worked with years ago told me her mother said that in the old times over in Sicily the women would get together and go out with knives, find the rapist, cut off the offending member and stuff it in his mouth and sew it shut. She didn’t say what the men in the village thought of this…

[@patb.j.3358]

Hi Oddie, thanks for another interesting story.👍 I am glad Catherine was vindicated. Poor thing had to go through so much at such a young age. I could listen to your fantastic story telling voice for hours. It is so soothing and captivating. You are a unique person, with a strong, calming personality. 💕

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks for your really great feedback Pat, a truly wonderful compliment - much appreciated :)

[@pambotter355]

I was happy Catherine wasn’t charged. Even though I don’t agree what the husband did I’m glad she was glad he came back. Shame on the mother too. Those were different times for sure. Glad it was a happy ending for Catherine. Love your stories! TFS!

[@otaku1524]

Faces of the Forgotten led me here. Thought I knew all the famous 20's cases. This one flew under my radar. Refreshing that the wrong woman revenged herself on her persecutor and rapist AND somehow avoided prison. Glad judge and jury got it right this time! Great show Oddie!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks to Ron and thanks for your visit! Very glad you enjoyed the presentation Dana 😊

[@mrsdatlast8874]

Thank you Oddie can always count on you for stories I've never heard of generally obviously the famous/infamous stories are a different matter. This is a very sad story, the only person I have any sympathy for is poor Catherine let down by everyone in her life.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊

[@markdodd1152]

Such a powerful statement. I have washed with blood the stain upon our honor . The most Justifiable homicide I've ever heard of . I do agree with you on her husband being such a milquetoast about it . I'm glad that he came around and made her happy though . I wonder what the story behind her mother was because I too was quite shocked that the judge ordered her not to go around her . As always a very well presented story , thank you

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊

[@DenWell-SeedsOfChaos]

I think the judge ordered Catherine to stay away from her mother and her mother's home because he feared she might in an unhinged state of mind, kill her mom too, and then there would be no mercy for her and no chance of a new and better life for her and her 2nd child.

[@Blaklege63]

Poor girl. How wonderful that you did a story with a very happy ending.

[@chiarafruncillo3491]

Thank you for sharing this story. Justice was finally served!

[@tamarrajames3590]

Very nicely done as always Oddie. At a time when society routinely blamed the woman (or girl), for her own “dishonour” there was little she could do for herself. She did try to put it behind her, and start a new life with Rocco. Sadly, he was more concerned about his Brother’s opinion than about the woman he professed to love…that seems to have been a theme in her life, as her Mother did the same. To let her be victimized again and again by her rapist was I’ll done. I can understand her taking the course she did. He had already had his way with her unpunished, and was permitted back simply because a child came of it. How dreadful to daily see the man who hurt you was too much. To then have him seek the ruin of her Marriage was simply cruel. I think the court did well in finding she had suffered enough, as these things were all too common (they still are). She deserved the happiness she found with her Husband, and he did well to return to her. Her Mother, by letting her rapist back into the home, ensured that she would be used by him again, and so she took away the baby, and sent him away again. Catherine was never the first concern for any of those who should have protected her…and the loss of her Husband broke her…like her doll. Ultimately, she took agency in her own life, as no one else seemed willing to. There is a great strength in that decision, although it was a drastic way to do it. When you have nothing else to lose, one is capable of almost anything. Thank you for treating her with the kindness you always show these women whose stories you tell. Much love and light…✨🖤🇨🇦

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Much appreciated, thank you kindly Tamarra! That is very kind of you and it really makes my day, that my efforts are so appreciated - I thank you sincerely.

[@vanessapisces13]

Once again, brilliantly done! Love & thanks Oddie

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!

[@momcat2223]

Never been in for the desecration of graves, but would be willing to make an exception in the case of two-footed vermin like Luigi Fino. So happy that Rocco came to his senses and proved himself worthy of Catherine's love and devotion. Thanks, Oddie, for a satisfying tale of rough justice and the court system getting it right!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks for your positive feedback and insights my friend.

[@cmmc3400]

I am a victim. I was raped, molested, manipulated and treated like a mistress as a child. It started when I was 18 months old and ended when I felt strong enough, at 9 years old, to make him stop because I knew I was different than the other kids. I just wanted to be normal. He left, under protest that the gifts would stop, he would kill my pets and/or my family. I stood strong. I had a few chances to get revenge. I kept my mouth shut until he returned suddenly one day after school. I came home from the bus stop to find him cozily discussing the past three years since he had seen us last. This sudden slap to my mind unhindged me. I went mad telling him to leave. My mother sent me to my room where I proceeded to destroy anything I could. I can still see the scar on my foot in the shape of a wish bone that I garnered from kicking at a 10 gallon fish tank hard enough to break the glass. It was bleeding so I went out to tell my mom. She was in the kitchen, he in the living room. I went up to him and said, "Leave now or I will tell her right in front of you." He blanched then tried to regain the upper hand. He said, "I watch you go to school and return on the bus. You are growing up so pretty. I like watching you." The news that I discovered later to be called, stalking, about made me to tell mom but she had it hard in life and I was street wise enough to know people do things out of character. I also knew my mother had a gun. I acted like his telling of his further damage to my mind didn't mean a thing. I said forcefully and loud enough for her to hear, "Get OUT! NOW! Get out. He acted like I had insulted him and he left. She wanted to know why I was being such a bitch. So I told her... everything. She didn't believe me at first, then she started to get mad. She was mad at me for not telling sooner and she was mad at him enough to say she was going to get her gun and shoot him. She doesn't remember any of this now, at 85, she lives in bliss of a bad memory after a stroke. I on the other hand lived in fear, anger, hatred and suspicion. I lived the live of a victim reluctantly, making every mistake a victim of the types of crimes committed on my body and mind. I did self help to get passed the fact that my body had been damaged by him and I kept losing children. I was lucky, I had a daughter and she was never victimized like I was. I hunted him down when I learned about "culpability". Knowing that he could have been hurting anyone else and I had the means to stop him wasn't backed by my mom. She dove into addition to get away from her own lifes pains. An early widow, financial and relationship trouble. Life was hard. Very hard. One never recovers from the spiritual, emotional, mental, physical and social damage that happens to a child this happens to. My story is very close to the child/woman in this story. The only difference is that I never pulled the trigger. I wish I had but mom wasn't about to take me through court over this. It was 1973 when she found out. Statute of limitations came to play by the time I was an adult and as a teen, she didn't want my story laid bare for people to judge me. I always felt that she didn't want to be judged as well. I spent the majority of my life blaming her. Today, that is all but gone. However, I am 61 and still am a victim. This is a title I can not get rid of. They say everything happens for a reason and in order to make that acceptable, I have spent my entire adult life being open and honest about the horror of my childhood, the lineup of people who used and abused me as a teen and the repressed memories that inconveniently rip open that painful wound. I use my story to help other victims to not make my mothers and my mistakes. Make them pay. Stop them from hurting others. Keep your story in mind when others are trying to keep you a victim. Make your own path. Don't be afraid to love because ........not everyone is a monster.

[@Bobby-mg1uj]

You are a stellar human being, and your eloquent testimony will stay with me a long time. It's my hope you broker a cozy peace with the vulnerable child you were and the fierce, intelligent person you have become. May you find unexpected joys in every day.

[@sharyldutter9694]

My Dear Oddie, I love you for honoring poor Catherine. I love you for saying it like it is! 💖 Always speak your heart and mind! 💖

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That's very kind of you, thank you for that.

[@miriamaguilar7977]

Her mother was a bad influence on her and guided her wrongly. I am glad Catherine was able to regain her power and peace. ❤

[@TheSWolfe]

Another great-yet-tragic tale. Poor Denino! Thanks for posting and a Blessed Spring to you, Ms. Oddette and lil' Oddyfur!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you too!

[@nickimontie]

Oddie, yours is, by far the most unusual yet highly enjoyable channel! Your attention to the story, illustrations, etc., make for fine entertainment. Thank you! 🏅

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoy it! 😊 Much appreciated, thank you kindly!

[@carolinarizo8751]

Thank you for taking time in bringing us these stories . Keep it up don’t stop .

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks for reaching out with your great feedback!

[@ndpatriot9725]

Thank you so much for another very interesting video.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So nice of you!

[@krysivory493]

It's so sad. It's as if her clock was frozen from the moment she was r - and after years, she could finally feel sad for her broken doll. When she was about to be happy again, he took it away from her, TOO. It's NO wonder she was determined to kill him. She was a strong woman. 😭

[@jamieryall8341]

Thank you, Oddie for another great story & presentation. I'm glad she got off & was allowed to get on with her life. Excellent cityscape photos, too. I wonder if you've ever thought about doing a story on Leopold & Loeb, the two men that killed the Franks boy in Chicago. I'd bet you'd do a bang-up job on it. Thanks again, my friend.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!

[@sarahmccord7767]

With the horrible state America is in right now and the obvious war it’s waging on the women of this country, this story was aptly timed. I needed to hear this today. Thank you. 🙏

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I appreciate your positive feedback.

[@DeeNailsX]

History is repeating more often than not. Even though these vintage crime videos are some of my favorite, I'm really sorry they had to happen.

[@aprilgraham-tash1124]

I'm so very happy she was not sentenced to death, was set free, and seemingly lived a happy life afterwards. 💗 When I heard that she muttered "he broke my doll", I saw it more as a metaphor for what her abuser had done to her, than a statement about her beloved doll being broken in his attack upon on her. Perhaps I read too much meaning from that utterance tho.... (??)

[@veannegilchrist9925]

I so love your visuals. Your editing. And I love your voice. A story well told. I’m glad she finally got the happiness she deserved. ❤️

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback my friend, appreciated!

[@2EternityButterflies]

We enjoyed this so much. You always make the stories so interesting. Thank you Oddie!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m happy to hear that, thank you so much for your great feedback!

[@grettagirl2884]

She'd already been punished enough, Oddie. To receive further punishment would have been overkill. Cheers 🍻 👏!

[@danielleswayze]

As always, thoroughly entertained and educated. You are by far my most valued subscription! We love you, Oddie

[@danielleswayze]

You should look into being a reader for audiobooks.... I so rarely have time to read anymore, it breaks my heart... But while on the GO GO GO, I could listen to your voice and stories for hours, days, months upon end without feeling bored

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That’s very kind of you Daniela, bless you for the lovely compliment 😊🙏

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I really appreciate that, I did contact audible a couple of years back, but they don’t do business with Switzerland - plus I found out that you don’t earn very much unless you’re famous, so therefore I earn more money on Patreon than I would with audiobooks. 🙂

[@danielleswayze]

@@ObsoleteOddity just gonna have to hop on there when I can afford it then, and help support what you do even MORE so! Thanks for being so rad, love all of your content! And who knows, maybe Audible has changed their ways and realized worthy talent comes from ALL over 🤘

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Happy to hear that my friend, thank you very much! Well if you are Nicole Kidman or Morgan Freeman, they’ll pay big bucks; but Oddie Beau is not part of the Hollywood elite 🙃

[@vivian2822]

That poor girl. Thank you. I look forward to your stories.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you!

[@eileenworth7862]

I know of no one else who produces such original content. Oddie, you're one of a kind! Great work.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks for your really great feedback Eileen, a truly wonderful compliment - much appreciated :)

[@greyceeb7304]

My heart goes out to this poor woman for what she had to endure at the hands of that monster. Thankfully our justice system takes crimes like her uncle committed against her as a child far more seriously now than they had previously but unfortunately even back 30 years ago matters like this were still seen as bringing shame on the family of the children harmed by evil humans like her uncle in some parts of our country. Thanks to the good Lord now days that horrible crimes like this which are committed against innocent children aren’t swept under the rug any longer or at least as much as they were back during that period of time. A child should never have to suffer such horrific abuse only then to be made feel like it was their fault or something they had to hide for fear of it being seen a dishonorable thing on their part. This case hit me very deeply dear Oddie. I can sympathize with poor Catherine. My heart goes out to her in every way. It’s a horrible feeling as a child to be made feel more like you did something wrong when and adult is clearly the one at fault. It makes a child feel unworthy of ever properly deserving or even expecting to feel they are worthy of any form of real love as they grow into adulthood. All the while some adults around them had rather keep it quite or downplay the incidents for fear of embarrassment or shame on the family. God bless her for all of the heartbreak she suffered those years in between the time it happened, until she finally broke down and handed out justice by her own means. I can fully understand why the judge felt she should have no further contact with her mother. He definitely made a good decision on that because her mother should have went straight to the police when it happened and reported it instead of hiding it, all the while shaming poor Catherine for fear of dishonoring her family’s reputation. Catherine had to love her mother and family a great deal. So much so that she suffered inside herself for the horrific crime which was committed against her until she could simply take it no more. There was a great deal of pressure put on this poor woman as a child who’d suffered such cruelty. Unfortunately I can’t help but wonder if there are still some cases of this going on even nowadays. We have to teach our children it’s never their fault if someone mistreatments them and even more importantly we have to be there and stand up for our children in situations such as this. Thank you as always Oddie for putting together such wonderful content and letting us know about cases such as this from the past. I had never heard Catherine’s story before. I think many things might have been different in my life growing up had more people been made aware of stories like hers and the pain and injustice she went through. Thank you for all the hard work you put into each case you take on. We hope you and your family are well. Stay safe and take care everyone 👋🏻

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That is very kind of you and it really makes my day, that my efforts are so appreciated - I thank you sincerely.

[@hannamclaughlin4951]

This one had me gripped too. Thanks for sharing Oddie ❤️ Rest In Peace Catherine, I hope you achieved some happiness in later life. Robbed of your innocence, any chance of moving on and the support of those that should have protected you. Sounds like a kick ass woman to me. Freed herself from a prison created for her by others. The least she deserved was her literal freedom. The husband definitely didn’t deserve her loyalty either.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it Hanna, and thank you for your insights.

[@davidbricejr.7340]

what goes around comes around

[@JessicaDuBois]

Glad I made it early!!! Ty Oddie Beau 😘

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Morning Jessica!

[@JessicaDuBois]

@@ObsoleteOddity 😘❤️

[@maryparker7872]

Poor Catherine! The mother failed her by not reporting this rape because she was so afraid of the families reputation! Her priorities were screwed up! Her daughter was 12 years old. The husband failed! He should have stood behind her! I believe it was divine intervention that the gun didn't go off when she tried to kill herself. I'm glad she had a good life. God Bless her soul.

[@uralbob1]

Great story! That poor woman suffered so needlessly at the hand of that monster! This gal had guts, and a strong sense of right and wrong! Good for her. One of your very best!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much Robert, happy it was to your liking. 🙏

[@nanahopeDale]

Another excellent narration, well done best wishes from Ireland

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Many thanks!

[@thegoodgreekgirl2190]

I must say, out of all the brilliant stories you have posted, this story made me cry, so much. Catherine was so hurt and so brave. I felt her pain as a mother, as a woman. I wonder what ever happened to her firstborn? So sad. 😢

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for your kind feedback my friend 😊🙏

[@thegoodgreekgirl2190]

@@ObsoleteOddity 💖

[@nanmattingly6402]

Oddie, once again your research into these stories is amazing. I love the animation also. Thank you for another good one.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

😊 Much appreciated, thank you kindly!

[@moonchildluvsbobcrane]

Another Masterpiece video Oddie! The 1920s is one of my favorite eras. Poor Catherine 🕯

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I appreciate that, thank you so much for your great feedback!

[@deborahbarry9421]

I am so happy for Christine! She finally found happiness

[@brightbulb9778]

New subscriber. Phenomenal story telling. I feel tremendous empathy for Catherine. Tears actually started to come forth upon learning of her freedom, legally and socially, from a unfortunate life experience. A story with a tragic beginning and a happing ending.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Much appreciated, thank you kindly!

[@westtnskirmishlog6820]

Beautiful work as always sir. Thank you for posting yet another fine and heavy story, love it.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊

[@d.g.n9392]

What a story, first heard Catherine’s story on Faces of the Forgotten, referred to your channel. A very thorough story, narration, the historical photographs and graphics. A new subscriber I look forward to more of your work. Catherine had a terrible amount of time suffering in despair. Glad she was let off from any others sentence of punishment.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for reaching out with your positive feedback.

[@sharonachrak3686]

A great story Oddie, well researched and very interesting!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Many thanks!

[@mariekitty]

Poor thing. It’s so sad that this happens to young people too often. I’m glad she was vindicated.

[@clemhollingsworth9885]

When I kill rats, particularly malicious ones, I do not consider it "execution." Rather, I'm more comfortable with thinking of it as "vermin eradication." Thanks for the upload.

[@dalainebloom516]

Excellent job, Oddie, I had never heard of this case before and am happy to see that Justice was possible in those days. It is not always the case in the old cases. I am so Grateful that She and Her Husband had a happy life and 2 more Children. Thank You for sharing this one with Us. You did an awesome job as always. GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL OF YOUR LOVED ONES ALSO. 😊👍🏼💕👋🏼

[@charlietbarnes4842]

What a brilliant story x

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That's very kind of you, thank you for that.

[@eleshasmith6064]

Thank you for sharing this case. Your work is beautiful as always.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That’s very kind of you, I appreciate that.

[@robertgraves2321]

A surprisingly sympathetic legal decision, I should think, by the standards of the time. But then, the man raped a child so who would condemn his killing? One does wonder though, how many similar cases then and even after, met with less sympathy because they were not supported by prominent people. So if it matters who you know, it matters equally who knows about you.

[@marilynproctor3485]

Hello again Oddie - You have done it again with a very interesting story. I felt so sorry for Catherine, but I feel justice was served. I think the judge ordered her not to have any contact with her Mother because I suspect her Mother wasn’t too fussy about who she allowed into her rooming house. She put her daughter in danger. Shame on her husband for not supporting her, she was the victim! My favourite parts are the little animations in every story. I really loved the running water. Thanks again Oddie for a first rate story from my favourite storyteller. Watching from Canada 🇨🇦 🤗

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for reaching out with your positive feedback. I appreciate that, thank you 🙏

[@grammiesspirit2667]

You are such a master at your skills and craft: Your voice, your style, your photos, your creative imagery. Amazing. This case should be cited in all Battered Woman Syndrome cases today and it seems to me to be the “case.” IMO, the judge thought she might just kill her mother for giving her baby away if she went there. He seems to have been aware of PTSD and possible “triggers” before it was PTSD. I think it was “shell shock” back then and only attributed to war time soldiers. The husband Was definitely a puss. But that concern of what people might think is still with us and only some-few- women are given a thought of “honor” today. So. Sad We are just a sad group of mean people for the most part. She will be added to group of muses and I will visit her often. 🌹

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊 Thanks for your really great feedback, a truly wonderful compliment :)

[@juliebailey7070]

Excellent, oddie, as always. This story was so sad for Catherine.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks for your really great feedback Julie - much appreciated :)