The Enduring & Tragic Mystery of Room 1046 - Why Did He Have To Die? (SUBTITLES)

#mystery #crime #unsolvedmysteries
A enduring mystery has been handed down to us through the decades.
On January 2, 1935. a man checked into room 1046 of the Hotel President in Kansas City, Missouri under the name of Roland T. Owen, it soon became clear that even his name was a fabrication. In just two days' time, he would be dead.
Hotel staff later observed that the mystery man was acting strange from the moment he arrived. Whenever maids or porters went up to his room, they always found it dark, with the shades drawn and a single desk lamp providing the only illumination.
When he was discovered in his room, he was already dying from injuries sustained in what was obviously a brutal attack. The question was: Who killed Roland T. Owen, and why? But the man known as Roland T. Owen brought with him more mysteries than answers. Who was Roland T. Owen and what did he do to deserve torture and a brutal death? We may never know all the answers, but the pieces of the puzzle are as haunting as any solution could ever be.
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[@ObsoleteOddity]

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[@MusicLeeSarah]

2 YEARS!?!? Thats wild!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Okaaaaay 🫥

[@brodyberry6253]

Its insane

[@Couldnteventhink]

Sad, but true. :(

[@omgilovesteak6484]

It is amazing what You Tube will demonetize.

[@bettybg1051]

Good morning Oddie🎉 because I'm on Social security and can barely afford air...I wish to thank your paying fans for making these great stories available...God bless

[@ObsoleteOddity]

You are so welcome, thank you Betty and I do hope you enjoy it.

[@sarafleming9893]

I’m right in there with ya on affordable entertainment. Plus, I refuse to go to a ‘walk-in sit-down’ movie theater because of concern about bedbugs. So, until drive-in movies come back, I watch KZbin. And I love “Oddie”. I been following his channel for quite some time. I love his postings for several reasons, but mostly because he lives up to his name by posting videos about, well, ‘odd’ things/subjects. 😄😄

[@sadielevens1144]

Yes Oddie. You are amazing.Thank you❤

[@pamplusten9751]

Same here♡

[@FrancesGlenn-x2e]

Blessings sir oddie 🪬🪶🌎💖thank you 😊

[@ze8340]

I admire your consistency in posting quality content. Thank you, Oddie for another wonderful video.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for your wonderful support and most generous donation. Such feedback and encouragement keeps me going. Much appreciated. ☺️🙏

[@chanel58style70]

What a great mystery this story is. I think you’re onto something with the Mob/Mafia theory. As many others have mentioned. It seems very plausible. I never knew that 14 roses means that “you’re proud of someone”. Thanks, and God Bless you. 🦋

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Much appreciated, thank you kindly!

[@beverlyforward7173]

Morning Mr. Oddy Thank you for another great essay. You bring the times you write about and the pictures and postcards to life for me. Even if this was written in 2022, it is new to me. I really wish you weren’t given such a hard time by this venue. And they have added more ads again. I’ll continue watching cuz I enjoy these so much!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Beverly, thank you so so much for reaching out with your kind feedback. Yes, the ads are a problem, I will see if I can reduce some of them tomorrow.

[@JaneFrieman]

@@ObsoleteOddity It is good to hear your narration again.

[@cadillacdeville5828]

You do an amazing job as always ❤😊

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I really appreciate that, thank you.

[@phionna6672]

Oddie..you have done it again! Absolutely amazing work, I wouldn't expect nothing less from you. Informative and entertaining. Always a dark touch to the stories, absolutely love this one! ❤️

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That’s wonderful feedback Phionna, very much appreciated and so glad you enjoyed the presentation ☺️😊

[@brendahamilton4426]

Wow what a crazy story. Probably won't ever know what happened.

[@Chrissy-rs8xl]

Thanks Oddie, I have heard of this case before. It's a weird one for sure! Thanks for covering it. All the best to you and Oddette!💙💙

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks for listening! Wishing you the same, Thank you so much! 😊

[@EnticinglyDeadly]

Wonderful job Oddie. I love a good mystery. This has mafia killing all over it. “Don” as in mob boss. And the victim using an alias. He didn’t want people to know who he was or what he was involved with.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊

[@pamelamccalla5626]

Thanks Oddie! Yes strange case. And sad. It's almost as if he was protecting someone in a very strange way to the point of knowing his time was about to end. I'm curious if DNA testing would be done to identify him. At any rate, thanks for sharing Oddie

[@mirandagoldstine8548]

To me it feels more like an abusive relationship that resulted in death. Of course that is just my point of view with the fact of the victim’s reluctance to name names. Back then it was a very dangerous time to identify as a gay man. If his partner was a prominent member of society and this person, Don or Mr. X, was physically and mentally abusing him “Artemus” might have decided that he was going to tell “Don”’s spouse the truth only this cost him his life. Perhaps, clinging onto some remnant of affection and also a large amount of fear and worry that “Don” wouldn’t face his just desserts, “Artemus” might have not told the police his attacker’s name knowing that he, as a person who might have identified as not fitting in the “norm”, would have his name smeared and his family’s reputation ruined. Gods this makes me so mad. And what’s worse is that according to BuzzFeed Unsolved, in the early 2000s, a journalist got an anonymous call from a person who said they found documents relating to the case and yet they never came forward with more information. This is why I think the case is tied to a prominent family. Someone has wanted to keep the truth a secret for a long time. But here’s something, in the end, Forseti, the god of justice, will reveal the truth and then the killer’s spirit will be punished. Don’t mind rambling this case just makes my blood boil.

[@moxxibekk]

@@mirandagoldstine8548 this was my thought as well. It was quite common during this time for male sex workers to rough up their johns, or for men to pretend to be gay and best up men who picked them up. Or you're right, it could have just been a relationship with the wrong person.....

[@reesedaniel5835]

@@moxxibekk And apparently her name was "Louise".....

[@lindamorrison4285]

I like you're narration Oddie it really adds to the atmosphere of the story many thanks

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you kindly Linda :)

[@anonymousforever]

Looking forward to seeing this one, Oddie, as it sounds intriguing. Thanks in advance.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@gilliantague]

I was just thinking about this case recently, so spot-on timing! It's always good to hear your voice Oddie. 😊

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Oh, I’m happy the timing was good, thank you so much for your kind feedback my friend 😊

[@v0idling]

Aaah, a mystery from my home state of Missouri! Thank you for doing this video on Artemus, Oddie, not many people give his case much attention ❤️

[@ObsoleteOddity]

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

[@FloraFioree]

I’ve been obsessed with this case since I’ve learned about it! You didn’t mention how in 2000 a detective on the case recieved a phone call from an anonymous individual who received a box from a deceased person who had news paper clippings from the case and an unknown missing item from the case was found in the box 👏 loved your video though it was really good! ❤️

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Yes, but I did mention that during the presentation - absolutely I did. You have to listen to the after chat which is also part of the presentation. Very glad you enjoyed the video!

[@theorcosaurus]

Oddie and his cool videos are always a delight to watch.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I appreciate that, thank you!

[@Sonnycorleone162]

Oddie, Love your channel. Great job with this case. Maybe please cover it again in the future and make it a full hour for your fans. Because it's so fascinating1 I think this Artemus Ogletree may have thrown a big boxing or big wrestling match and the mob wanted payback? Or like you mentioned also he was fooling around with another man's girl? A dangerous man at that! Probably something like this is my best guess. Thanks for the upload my friend!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m very happy to hear that my friend, thank you so much for your kind feedback. Some of the later videos are longer than half an hour , so you should enjoy them! Have a great weekend! ☺️🙏

[@jeannehall6546]

Oddie! So nice to hear from you again! It’s been too long! I’m looking forward to seeing new videos from you!❤😊

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Much appreciated, thank you kindly Jeanne!

[@Sonnycorleone162]

Oddie, another great upload. I always thought this case was fascinating and baffling at the same time! Thanks for covering it! Plus, I like photos. The Photo at 20:26 far right is actor William Powell from" The Thin Man" series. And actor at far left looks like old movie co-star Frank McHugh. Thanks for the upload.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you for watching and listening my friend! Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 😊

[@andreachristopher8586]

What a strange story! My first thought was maybe S&M games gone too far. Surely someone would have heard groans or a person in pain at some point. The person who was in the room with him didnt want to be seen or heard. Obviously he didn't want anyone to know anything either. Fake names .....he was running from something this is for sure. And sending money to the funeral home and a supposed love note. It was probably code for something that the job was done or whatever message was to be sent. The person to receive the message would only know. Certainly a case for the record books. Great as always!!

[@sandracollins7938]

Well done Oddie, never heard of this crime story but you do such a good job of presenting stories makes me want to know more. This was very strange I couldn't pick up on an answer. I loved watching the old movies of "THE THIN MAN", they had a cute little dog named Asta.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you for watching and listening my friend.

[@ladylaois8184]

Always narrated so beautifully! Kudos 😊

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you kindly! 😊

[@paulaswaim8434]

Greetings from Evergreen, Montana, USA. Your accent is very pleasant and your videos are very thought provoking and always tastefully done. Bravo!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you for your kind feedback and donation Paula, very much appreciated - so glad you’re enjoying my content 😊🙏

[@thomascrowley9122]

Another great Oddy video

[@bessofhardwick9311]

Another really well-narrated story. What a mystery. If the grave location is known, they could perhaps exhume the body and try to trace his relatives through DNA.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I appreciate that, thank you so much for your kind feedback. I guess because of the age of the case there is not much interest for cold Case detectives to exhume the body for DNA, if it had been more high profile, perhaps.

[@joanwibberley5302]

Beaus basement bites ! laugh at loud ! Great subject content choice Thanks !

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it 😄 Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it!

[@carmencarlton3240]

What a great unsolved mystery thank you

[@ObsoleteOddity]

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

[@SleepyLeeeee]

I think you are right about possible involvement with the mafia. I'm from this area. Back in this time period, this area was saturated with mafia. I do find it surprising that this guy would have even checked into the other hotel, the one that starts with an M. That hotel housed many Presidents when they were in town. Presidents and celebrities. And, well the mafia were given free ride here because their boss ran the government. I'll put it to you this way...there was not one arrest during the entire alcohol prohibition in these city limits. The secrecy behind this also speaks volumes.

[@karenroot450]

Good morning friend! I do hope you and Oddette are well and happy! This was a very strange one! I kinda think Mafia as well. At first I was thinking spy but soon agreed with your surmised idea due to the torture of this man! The funeral arrangements were ‘odd’ Someone knew more about this and informed the wife? Or that was just a BS ploy. You’d think after some time had gone by the truth would have come out. Thanks so much Oddie I’ve missed your content! It must take you Days on end to produce these amazingly graphic ( I don’t mean violent) videos! Your olde photos and newspaper clippings always add so much to a story. I loved Oddies Bites at the diner. Do take care! Thanks!!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you for your insights and very kind feedback, Karen. Much appreciated! 😊 Yes, I think after all this time there won’t be any new information coming to light.

[@deborahwatson2432]

Always love your stories 💕

[@nancydugan5283]

I really enjoy your story’s. I especially like your drawings. Loved the kitten walking across the desk. You are a great storyteller and since my eyes are failing I really appreciate your audible tales. Thank you.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊

[@loraelstad8941]

Hi 👋🏻 Oddie (& Oddette & fam). I’m still here. I’ve switched to a laptop recently, though I still have my phone. I need to sign into hubby’s Patreon of your channel again, as I’ve likely missed some content. I tend to still rewatch the older content when released on YT, as well, though. I remember this case & it definitely is a head scratcher. So much involved. Feels mob related, even if boxing or wrestling could have been part of it. People fixed matches al the time for profit. Some by winning, some by losing. Perhaps Don was a manager to him but could also be a mob contact. Could also be the culprit or one who ratted him out & got him whacked. I wonder though, if they were unable to finish the job because of the hotel employees? Mob doesn’t usually let you live when teaching a lesson or for double crossing. And what was that vial of unused acid in the room supposed to be for? Maybe dissolving the victim’s fingerprints on his hand or something? So he wouldn’t be identified? They definitely meant to finish him off, I think, but we’re unable to by interruption. Why else have the acid and removing all clothes & personal items of the victim. Maybe Louise was in a mobster’s family & loved him though he did something wrong. Possibly cheating, whether on her or with her? Or they were in a relationship but he messed over her family at large (mob) in some way (could be not conforming to a match set up in boxing/wrestling or as some kinda muscle for them failing to do what was required?). Out of love of this family member, Louise, perhaps the funeral got paid for, even if it was their mob that offed him. She was family, after all & his final dues got paid, so they wanted to lessen her suffering in some small way. It seems most plausible regarding him hiding his identity at 2 different hotels & keeping “mum” on who did everything to him. Especially if he cared for Louise & didn’t want to hurt her by having it lead to her family. He might have even thought he’d live through it and so didn’t want to be a rat. I wonder if there’s any progress in the case by now? Have you checked? I’m hopeful, since many older cases are being solved these days like the Aussie lad on the beach in s suit that was thought long time have been a spy, but was just unhappy in life and marriage. And the poor boy in a box. There might be more on his story in the future, but I think there were family members that were still living, so too much wasn’t released publicly yet. If this man here was cremated, there’d be no DNA available, but it was mentioned he was buried. If we’ve wrangled older samples, it’s still possible they could get some from his bones and could compare to living descendants in the Ogletree family or just other ancestral hits in large databases to see if there’s familial matches to narrow down or confirm the claims. The first step to figuring out what happened is identifying him. I hope it happens. I was very glad to have lived to see the other cases I mentioned get solved to some satisfaction. There are always more long-standing mysteries I would love to find out about. Amelia Earhart, Jimmy Hoffa, lookin at you! Kidding I doubt we’ll find out truth on those fronts. More hopeful for info on the former than the latter ever coming to light. Love ya, Oddie & will check in on Patreon soon.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Well, thank you so much for your kind feedback, Lora and your very interesting insights. Yes, I remembered you’re telling me that you had a new laptop, can’t you just download the Patreon app onto that? Yes, there hasn’t been an attempt to recover DNA from his remains, if there’s any left. I guess there’s just not enough interest in the case to get things going. Plus, maybe they feel that he was identified by the woman who said she was his mother? You’re right, if they can identify the poor baby in the box, I’m sure they could identify this guy. Would that bring us any closer to solving the mystery?! Hope you have a wonderful rest of the weekend!

[@Sonnycorleone162]

Oddie, I just love your channel and vintage crime stuff! Your voice is nice and clear, and you are always polite when speaking to your fans. Which is much appreciated. Plus, I agree with some other commenters here that the lady named "Louise" was probably a code name. Not her real name. My best guess is that she truly cared for Artemus Ogletree and wanted to see him buried properly since she paid for the funeral and sent flowers. Possibly this "Louise" was a mobster moll. But really loved Artemus but when the bigwig found out he had poor Artemus killed. But who knows. Baffling case indeed!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m so happy to hear that my friend, and thank you for the lovely compliment. Very glad you’re enjoying my content, more to come!

[@shirleybezuidenhout2724]

What an interesting story Oddie, very sad as well. He definitely was assaulted by someone who knew him. The fact that he didn't mention names, does indicate that at the same time he was protecting someone. Sounds like a mafia killing. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you, Shirley, very glad you enjoyed the presentation 😊

[@atarayael]

I agree with the mafia theory. For both hotels he had different names and acted as if in hiding. He had a cauliflower ear and at that time, boxing was SO popular and very much run by the mob. I think he got mad during a fight and either did not win ior did not throw it the way he was supposed to. I think that’s why they were after him. I think the girl was used to lure him out for them to find him. Of course I have no idea. It’s just a theory.

[@Sonnycorleone162]

Atarayael, I agree. I think Artemus Ogletree either threw a boxing or wrestling match he was supposed to win or lose, and the mob was after him. He may have been cheating with a big gangster moll also!

[@nikkisavage]

Thanks!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for your very kind donation Nikki - so much appreciated!

[@redbeard8834]

I can't afford to pay attention but I'll be donating soon keep up the excellent videos

[@ObsoleteOddity]

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

[@mjstevens92]

I’m from Kansas City and never knew this! Thank you ❤❤❤

[@ObsoleteOddity]

You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@GeorgeLerma]

I love your style of story telling! Great work!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much!

[@synchro505]

Great stuff, Oddie. Just love the way you put these together and the unique vibe they have. They keep alive the all but forgotten stories of events that occurred so long ago. 💀

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Many thanks! Very glad you’re enjoying my styling content, much appreciated!

[@celenacasciani8500]

Oddie, that was a fantastically presented story! I agree due to the brutality I would think it is mob related. I doubt a pimp would go that far because I think he would say or do something like give him a day to come up with the money, unless he was a total psycho that thrived on violence. I also doubt a family member of a wronged female would go to those lengths. I really loved the whole pictorial presentation as well. Especially the cat😊 and the rain outside that dismal looking room and those depressing bare windows. I just thought this was a masterpiece of your always great work and I thank you for it.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That’s very kind of you, Celena, thank you so much for your fantastic feedback, very much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed my edits as well!☺️🙏

[@skyd.2084]

Oooh Oddie how you spoil us so ❤ Thank you for uploading the video 📹 ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ObsoleteOddity]

My pleasure!! Thank you for your kind feedback my friend 🙏☺️

[@skyd.2084]

​@@ObsoleteOddityAlways ❤ Be well dear Oddie 👍💯

[@pigoff123]

Thank you Oddie. Another masterpiece.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m so very happy you enjoyed it, my friend, thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 🙏☺️

[@pigoff123]

You are amazing.

[@cheriemartin3737]

I love your channel! It's like an old-fashioned radio mystery broadcast. Subscribed.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That’s very kind of you, Cherie, so glad you’re enjoying my content.

[@deniseleplatt1616]

Excellent as always. Thanks Odie

[@ObsoleteOddity]

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

[@rubilindamanansala5500]

Hello oddie...listening from philippines.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks for listening my friend!

[@DaKotaCole]

Such a great video! Thank you!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@natashaferguson5425]

Thank you i love your videos this is brilliant , looking forward to the next 1 😊

[@ObsoleteOddity]

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

[@SylviaR.1971]

I had no idea that the movie 1406 was based on a true story. Outstanding video, thank you. I like knowing the actual truth behind one of my favorite " thriller" movies.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cheapglass3068]

Thank you Oddie 🦩💙🦩

[@ObsoleteOddity]

You’re welcome, my friend.

[@tonysimma2288]

Hello from Boston Mass. Love your format and story telling. The stories are always better than the last. Keep up the great job...

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you for the great feedback, very much appreciated, Tony!

[@michellel564]

Love your stuff oddie❤ your the best!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

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

[@jeffwarren6906]

I wonder how many murders & strange deaths have gone unsolved from that time & before .. The FBI didn't even have a great data base of fingerprints then , forensics wasn't even a dream yet , blood typing was in it's infancy , hair analysis was unheard of , no cctv or security cameras , etc , etc . Oh well , God knows , and there is no fooling Him .. This was a wonderful piece of work Mr Oddity , Your work keeps getting better & better Sir . Thank you for all the effort you put into your productions ..

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for your very kind feedback Jeff, I really appreciate that 🙏😊

[@markandmona]

Always the best! Thank you Oddie!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Much appreciated, thank you kindly!

[@sarahjeannepeterson5536]

Oddie - the photos are phenomenal! Thank you for all your hard work!! 💖

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Many thanks! Much appreciated Sarah!

[@squiddles8]

Great story and narration. I think he was a gang member who messed up against a syndicate. The sender of the roses was a Moll but had fallen in love with him. Plenty of beatings and secrecy ensued.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you for your positive feedback and insights, much appreciated!

[@Charlotte66666]

Thank you Dear Oddie 😊

[@ObsoleteOddity]

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

[@CarsonPete310]

Cheers Oddie Bo!!!! Big ups for another intriguing video

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you, my friend, much appreciated!

[@JulieBailey-h6w]

Afternoon, oddie. Good job with the story I do enjoy them

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you ☺️

[@dariussatius]

Just what the doctor ordered on a Sunday, thank you Oddie

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I hope you enjoyed it, my friend, thank you!

[@kathydavenport4422]

Once again You’ve done it. Thank you

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I really appreciate that, thank you.

[@crim101a]

Hi Oddie, I love your stories. I don’t think I’ve ever written to you before. But just wanted to say keep it up. I do enjoy them.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Well, thank you so much for reaching out with your appreciation, that’s very kind of you. So glad you’re enjoying my content. 😌

[@tomcaldwell5750]

Thank you, Oddy. Another fine video!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 😊

[@oorzuis1419]

the torture factor is what makes things complicated, it could be he just could not tell or was afraid to tell, 'the perpetrator's name.

[@anniej1834]

Thanks 4 another fantastic video 📸 now time 2 buckle up and get stuck in thanks 4 all your hard work oddie and as always I've smashed the like button 😊

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you for the like Annie and I hope you enjoyed the video my friend!

[@layla1954]

I agree that there must have been some “mob” involvement in this murder. He either knew too much, or ratted on someone. He checked into the hotel with no luggage, only small items you could “grab and go” if needed. How did he pay for the room? He was only 17 at the time according to the woman who claimed to be his mother. You didn’t have a lot of money during the 30’s. So where did he earn that money? He obviously couldn’t have a job with him being as paranoid as he was in his room. He had to have been on the run since he was 15 1/2 to 16 according to his mother. I think he was locked in the room because they either found him and wanted to kill him later, or maybe the screaming and yelling was from the person who had been looking for him. Great story, got my brain cells working!’ Can’t wait until the next one!! Much love

[@Sonnycorleone162]

Layla, I agree about Mob/Mafia involvement or very dangerous people. My best guess is Artemus Ogletree threw a boxing or wrestling match he was supposed to win or lose, and they wanted payback. Or he was secretly dating a gangster moll. And unfortunately for him the mobsters found out about the affair, and he became a marked man.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much for your interesting insights and positive feedback Luann, very glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!

[@maryneering8761]

I love everyone of your stories. Thank you for that.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m very happy to hear that Mary, thank you so much!

[@Sarah_270]

What a lovely man you are. You have such a kind nature. I so enjoy your channel.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That is indeed a very kind thing to say Sarah, thank you my friend ☺️

[@NDH]

Thank you, Oddie. I just love your work. That is all.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That’s very kind of you, thank you so much for your positive feedback 😊

[@annecunning2001]

I loved this, Oddie! Can't wait for the Sydney mystery. Back to another of your videos and my Somersby cider. Cheers mate!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m so happy to hear that Anne, thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Enjoy your Somersby cider!

[@annecunning2001]

Thank you!

[@debralerner8298]

another great story oddie these stories are GREAT!!!!!!!!!🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂!!!!!!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you like them! Much appreciated Debra!

[@widowlovelace796]

❤ed this unsolved mystery Mr.Oddie. It was Absolutely fascinating.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

So very glad you enjoyed it, thank you ☺️

[@bobbyrutherford9359]

Another outstanding case by the great Oddie thanks for all of your great cases Oddie

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you kindly Bobby 🙏☺️

[@lloydknighten5071]

Oddie, I still like your stories and illustrations

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you 😊 I'm happy to hear that!

[@SheilaRiley-ug9pb]

Proud patreon here and thank you for more fantastic content.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Your patronage is much appreciated Sheila! Thank you so much for your support and very kind feedback ☺️🙏

[@mycatzluvme2]

I had never heard of this, thank you for this video, Oddie!!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏😊

[@sarahjeannepeterson5536]

Greetings Oddie! 😊 So grand to see you!! ❤️ 😊

[@ObsoleteOddity]

You too, my friend, thank you

[@theresadimaggio7241]

Thank you dear friend oddity

[@ObsoleteOddity]

You’re most welcome, Theresa, very glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@karmasong74]

I ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ your stories! I'll have to figure out how to do the patreon thing, which I've never done before.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

If you need any help joining Patreon or navigating it afterwards, don’t hesitate to ask. I’m always on hand to assist. 😊

[@roxannlegg750]

I think its fair to say that these stories need to be told. Because who ever they were or are, they have otherwise long forgotten. I agree, its more likelly to be an organised crime situation.

[@BelindaMackey]

I love your mystery stories and the old pictures you post you are still and always the best ❤maybe he was into. A&M’s didn’t want anyone to know. Guessing you know

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m so very happy you enjoy them, my friend, thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 🙏☺️

[@CynthiaCupler]

Oddie, you're just too good.💖

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you, ☺️ I’m so glad you enjoyed the video

[@reinamatheny9972]

William Powell is one of my favorite actors :) I always love your videos~ the work you put into them is amazing and well done :)

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you so much!

[@katmartindale8049]

I would offer the suggestions for future segments on two interesting Kansas city women. First is Nelly Donnelly. She occupies an interesting part of Kansas History, contemporary to the time of this murder. She definitely had mob ties and was a force in the fashion industry in the early 20th century with her Nelly Don fashions. Another interesting Kansas Citian is Anne Chambers. She was a well know local wealthy madame who at the end of her days gave her fortune to the City Union Mission.

[@jessieang5604]

Greetings from Singapore! I am a great fan of thrillers, crime fiction or non-fiction, and all things mysterious. Obsolete Oddity is just all of the above rolled into one! Thanks for your quality content always!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m so happy to hear that Jessie, and thank you for the lovely compliment. Very glad you’re enjoying my content, more to come! I was in Singapore many years ago, stayed in Orchard Row at theRaffles, does it still exist?

[@jessieang5604]

@@ObsoleteOddity Yes, sure does! 😀

[@pigoff123]

A paupers grave in Europe is very different from one in the states.

[@bubzilla6137]

Wow... What an interesting case! I agree, the sheer brutality is not indicidive of an angry dad, brother, or any relative. Blood on the ceiling and walls is not normal, that takes a lot of force. He could have all the same injuries without the excessive splatter. This seems to me much more like a mob hit, but a personal one. Even the mob doesn't usually leave a mess that extensive. Furthermore, I'm impressed that he managed to invent not one but TWO names that no law enforcement could find any evidence of ever existing. I suppose he had almost 100 years worth of names less than we do. But still it's impressive that the names sound legit but didn't really exist. So much about this is fascinating! Thanks for another head scratcher, my friend. 🙂💙 Edit: typos

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thank you for your insights and kind feedback, very glad you enjoyed the presentation!

[@daguard411]

Great story, well told, Thank You.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Angee-e3h]

Great story telling channel and recommended to other people on line I know

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That’s very kind of you, thank you for that. 😊

[@anthonys.1606]

As usual another good story from you thanks.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Thanks for listening Anthony!

[@arnisdaddy7905]

So, here's my take on the case: The victim had been involved with criminal activity along with someone he deeply cared about. The victim was on the run separately from the other so as to protect the other individual from "the mob" or some kind of criminal organization (maybe Hillary Clinton's Grandmother 😁). Once they found him, they tortured him to tell where the other was (and possibly a lot of money). Naturally, even though he was tortured severely, he did not divulge the info desired. He also refused to tell Police who had beat him even while dying because he thought his killers would be found by Police and then eventually lead them to the other missing person(s) AND the money! Protecting his love at ALL costs.

[@tracycraft2971]

I have often wondered about this case. There is obviously no way this man beat himself up trying to commit suicide. I have thought that perhaps he was gay and met with someone who took advantage of him and that’s why he would not say who hurt him. Just so mysterious!

[@bossslapahoe]

Who gets laid out at a funeral home with bare arms with a huge cut visible to viewers? Makes no sense!

[@CigaraStCistar]

SO COOL, definitely enjoyed!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

Awesome, thank you!

[@BrendaPenepent]

Hi Oddie, very interesting case to be sure. There seems to be a dichotomy in this situation. An individual stays at 2 different hotels with no personal possessions and obviously in hiding. He gives false names, as if trying to lay a false trail. He is later heard in argument with a man then a woman. Even when mortally wounded, he gives no absolute information to anyone. Secondly, there is his initial appearance when checking and then later. He is described by the clerk as having a scar on his hairline and a cauliflower ear. I am wondering whether he was previously a boxer. Later, he is seen outside the hotel with a bleeding cut on his arm, still not seeking medical attention or giving details. The reports of arguments first with a gruff man and later with a woman in his hotel room indicates he was visited but no-one remembers seeing these people. He was finally found, bound hand and foot, skull bashed in and stabbed. The room was swept clean of all items of clothing and toiletries. He still refused to name his attacker. My theory is that he was involved with the mafia or another illegal fighting organization. He could not name his attackers because he was protecting someone he cared about. I agree that he probably threw a fight and the people in charge were furious because he cost them money. He was tortured to try to get the name of the person who had him throw the fight. He had already been tortured by the time he verbally fought with the woman, she tried persuasion and then probably was the one who did the stabbing. The gruff man is the one who cut him, followed him back to his room and bashed his head in and tied him down. Both the man and woman were his killers. The funeral and roses were paid for by the person he was protecting. American Beauty roses are bright red. This person cared about this man but took measures not to be identified by anyone looking. Sister Louise is a code name. Jane Owen could have been connected. Her testimony is suspect. The woman who claimed he was her son might have been telling the truth, but 1935 didn’t have DNA testing available. In the end, he died alone probably because of a fixed fight. It’s a shame. ❤

[@Chrissy-rs8xl]

Nana Bren, I agree with your thoughts! Artemus Ogletree had a cauliflower ear so he probably was a boxer or wrestler and may have thrown or won a fight he wasn't supposed to, and mobsters dealt with him. Or he was going out with a lovely mob moll, and they dealt with him? I think something like that.

[@BrendaPenepent]

Chrissy, I also thought about the mob moll theory. They don’t have a sense of humor about that stuff. My husband’s great uncle Anthony was killed by the Sicilian family. He tried to save his brother in law, so they were both killed. I actually have a picture of his headstone.

[@Chrissy-rs8xl]

@@BrendaPenepent Wow! My sympathies to your family. This case: "Mystery of room 1046" is fascinating. Artemus Ogletree had to have made somebody powerful quite angry huh? All the best.

[@emily.toombs]

His lover was Dan who he met at school perhaps. He tried to break it off seeing how homosexuality was a criminal offense at the time. He was going to return to his wife Louise and was there to break it off under the guise of a tryst. One day turns into two and then longer. Their relationship is passionate but forbidden, that’s why the curtains are kept closed and all the secretive hiding. His wife growing impatient for his return shows up at the hotel and Dan is livid when she announces his plans to cut their relationship off. She walks away leaving her mysterious husband to finish the breakup. Instead embraced, jealous, jilted and enraged Dan beats him senseless and slashes him with a razor. He hadn’t even had time to get dressed everything had happened so quickly. Dan escaped into the night and Louise, embarrassing and ashamed went home never reported his transgressions or claimed his body.

[@kathybeck5957]

It has something to do with the woman. Her connections didn't set well with the people she was involved with. I would say someone in a government position was involved as well. At least the cover up part. The underworld, as I call it, is one NOT to tick off. Why they tortured him is another all in itself. Someone wanted to make a point.

[@mirandagoldstine8548]

I have a theory on this case which I have mentioned in two other posts on this video. I do think the killer had connections which would explain the victim’s reluctance to name names. I think Louise was a close friend, maybe a person who gave Roland/Artemus/whoever the victim was the courage to get out of a toxic situation, possibly a hooker with a heart of gold, and he unfortunately paid the price with his life. The fact 13 roses mean eternal friendship in some interpretations indicates that Louise might have felt a bit of guilt over her advice being the cause of the victim’s demise. I think we need to look at the prominent families who were active in that area at that time and see if any of them had connections to Kansas City or else its seedy side.

[@starkillerdude1914]

It sceams ritualist killing with the details

[@reesedaniel5835]

Yes and then the "proper funeral" was done as a covert mockery of some kind.

[@daynasafranek7807]

I think that the name “Louise”, is the key.

[@jessidavies3344]

Oddie Absolutely Remarkable. Fabulous Absolutely, Wonderful Are your historic art theatrical mystery.s .Brilliant thank you.

[@ObsoleteOddity]

That is very kind of you, Jessi, thank you for the lovely compliment, my friend ☺️

[@kimglass4851]

The way he was tortured indicates a high level of hatred. Maybe he was a gay man and was found out. I could see his gfs family coming after him thinking that he humiliated her......who knows. Great video Oddie! Thank u!

[@ObsoleteOddity]

I’m very glad you enjoyed it, Kim, thank you so much for your kind feedback!

[@mirandagoldstine8548]

I have a similar theory as you. I personally think he was in a rather abusive “relationship” with an older man who would constantly beat up “Artemus” (as evident by the cauliflower ear which can be indicative of physical abuse) and then lure him back with honeyed promises of changing. My theory is that Artemus’ “lover” was a person with a bit of power and money who did not want his secret that he was in a same sex relationship public. However something changed, what that catalyst was, I don’t know, but I think “Artemus” finally had enough of the abusive behavior of his “partner” and told him that he was cutting all ties with him. The older man, Don, panicked and in a fit of rage and desire to keep his secret hidden attacked “Artemus” to the point of fatality. “Artemus” didn’t dare tell police his “lover’s” name as he probably knew Don would likely never face justice due to his connections and he, the victim, would end up in jail on convictions of sodomy due to the rampant homophobia in 1930s America. Louise was probably a friend who encouraged him to break ties with Don while Don, perhaps having a guilty conscience, secretly arranged for his ex “boyfriend’s” burial hence the anonymous phone call. Unfortunately I don’t have the evidence to back up this theory, only my knowledge of 1930s America and domestic violence as gleaned from watching multiple forensic shows. However there is a tidbit that might support my theory. Apparently according to the BuzzFeed Unsolved video on the case in the early 2000s there was an anonymous phone to the Kansas City Library from someone outside the state. The caller mentioned that they had been working on creating an inventory of a recently deceased person’s possessions when they stumbled upon a box filled with newspaper clippings relating to this case and an item mentioned in the articles. However the caller never identified themselves nor who owned the box. Who the person was who collected the items could be an important key in resolving the case. Well that and confirming the identity of “Artemus”

[@brianSalem541]

@@mirandagoldstine8548 that does make sense.