Troublesome Creek

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

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[@Bella1neverknows670]

This story is kinda like riding a rollercoaster Lol You always have such beautiful pictures of nature

[@jcksnghst]

Dang it, man.... You're getting real good at this.

[@Urhmmmm]

JD I love your storytelling voice ❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much!@@Urhmmmm

[@Urhmmmm]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller your welcome 🤗

[@appalachianhomegrown9207]

When I was a lil boy I used to run downstairs at my Granny's to watch cartoons...now that I'm an old man I run out on Saturday morning to listen to your story...keep it up brother

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Man I appreciate that!

[@Bwarrior138plus]

Your last two stories here on your channel provides hope in these harsh days in this wicked world for me. Thanks

[@richardjohnson1912]

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[@cloebrett]

Hi. You contacted my Cousin Greg Davis for details on this story and I really appreciate it. We grew up hearing this story and every time going to the graveyard growing up we would be reminded of what happened. Greg played this video at a family gathering tonight and brought back a bunch of memories in our family. Thank you so much.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you! Yes Greg asked me if I would write a story on this tragedy, it was a hard story to tell without being brutally honest about the violence that happened, yet I did my best to pay honor to the entire Snodderly family and their memory in this story- so it wouldn’t be forgotten

[@alaynadavis2237]

We all truly appreciate your wonderfully done story telling and really enjoyed playing this video for all of the old timers. The best part about playing this was all the stories that got added onto this of what happened from that point to present in the Hinds Creek Valley. So many precious stories to be told. Thank you for your amazing work!

[@JohnDavis-lr6yy]

This event was spoken about during my whole life. The Henry Snodderly Family is my Father’s great great grandparents. It was a tragic event!

[@jamest2401]

I positively cannot believe that sheriff! Going after poor Sam, based entirely on a hunch, and not a shred of evidence. I mean, he might as well just have added insult to injury; arrested young Rena, and slapped her with a 'breaking and entering' charge, for forcing her way into her uncle’s cabin for warmth and safety. Absolutely unbelievable!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Agreed!

[@joelmabrey2569]

Sir , you are one of the best story tellers I have ever heard. Much love from Alabama

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much Joel! Glad to have you here!

[@Alonnah-78]

I used to be on Xanax and everything else, just to sleep.... But with you my friend I am eased into sleep every night thanks to The second your voice starts I relax ❤❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

How bout that!

[@davidlancaster8152]

I noticed you said "the first and last LEGAL hanging " in the county. Good job telling this horrific event. Thanks JD

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you David

[@deecooper1567]

Great story ! Back then people got justice done. Today one can die waiting for justice to take place . No dilly dallying around👍👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

well said, Dee

[@karenroot450]

Oh boy JD you did it again. I was spellbound so hoping the girl wouldn’t die in that rushing creek, I’m glad she made it. The way you tell stories is so mesmerizing, I always feel like it’s a movie playing in my mind. The pictures also help tie them all together for me. I appreciate your research into all the stories you tell ! No matter how gruesome they are. You are one of the best storytellers I’ve ever heard. Thank you Wishing you well!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Karen! I try to tell a mix of stories, to keep folks on their toes... one story tugging at your heartstrings, next one has you running for your life!

[@monicajane7888]

Oh Karen, at that point in the story I thought I was going to have anxiety attack! Thank goodness she made it through that horrible night!

[@Dividendflywheel]

I was spell bound listening to this. Gifted story telling

[@stevegeorge3903]

This must've been what it was like to sit around the radio in the 30s and 40s listening to what my Mom and grandma used to call stories. My grandma would watch all my children every day and she would say "now be quiet my story's comin on.😊

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

❤️

[@drtom5936]

Amazing story as always JD. Me and my cup of coffee sat spell bound and imagining in my mind what what happening as you spoke.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks Tom! Hope you have a great Saturday!

[@judyingram-kh1vm]

Sad story, but glad justice was served. And please don't stop telling these stories, your voice just fits all these great stories you tell.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much Judy!

[@DonnaJones-w4j]

Those two pissed me off! I absolutely love these stories ❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

They got what they deserved! Thanks for watching and commenting my friend!

[@DonnaJones-w4j]

Sorry about the ugly word....I get so into these stories

[@scottblack3381]

I can't think of a better way to start a Saturday morning than listening to one of your stories, JD, and this ones a dandy, friend! Enjoy your weekend and I'll see ya next time.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks Scott, this story sure is a doozy

[@sandrae4515]

Thank you for this story about the true event of the first and last hanging in Union County, Tennessee.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks Sandra!

[@DJordan-j1k]

How horrible but what goes around comes around.Great story teller.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

well said!

[@Zrambo49]

You have a way of telling stories that have you on the edge of your seat. Really enjoy these stories. Keep them coming.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much!

[@dlkline27]

Being a West Virginia resident I'm interested in all things to do with Appalachia and I find these stories captivating. Thank you.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much, have a great day my friend!

[@johnwager6704]

Saturday morning Justice is a great way to start the weekend. Thankyou again!!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

yes sir! Y'all stay safe out there!

[@Victoria-OneLove4AllPeople]

Wow, You Surely Can Tell an Awesome Story. I was so caught up in it, near the end I was eating an apple, at a particularly exciting part, I involuntarily drew in a deep breath. I had to pause and cough for a moment as a very small piece of apple 🍎 was a problem. I had to laugh 😂 at myself. I've learned not to eat or drink while enthralled in a dramatic story, of Your Telling. Now I feel compelled to listen again.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Be careful Victoria!

[@Victoria-OneLove4AllPeople]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller Thank You, I will.

[@CarolVandergriff]

Thank you for the story I live in union county maynardville never heard this story before about a year ago went to the location and they do have a small sign they give the names of the men that were hung people call it the hanging tree keep up the great stories

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much, share this story with locals in the area, many don't know it ever happened

[@chrishensley6745]

Justice was served!.....Nowandays..the tax payer would be paying for them to live another 20 years! Goodin J.D.!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

You got that right!

[@denisestrickland2976]

Another piece of history told by you, JD. And what a story. They were cowards, and justice was served. What gets me is the sheriff at first thinking it was poor Sam that did it. At least the Snodderlys went to be with the Lord together. But what senseless murders. Just because a couple of drunks listening to a rumor. I felt so bad for the young folks trying to get to safe shelter. Sad story, but a good ending. Thanks JD👍. I sure enjoyed this one.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Denise!

[@olskool3967]

JD you are truly the Appalachian Storyteller. thank you for putting these stories together, i know it is a lot of work, you do a great job,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much OlSkool! I appreciate folks like you support the cause!

[@neeceeboo777]

That was absolutely one good story. I've always been interested in mountain culture. So glad I found your channel. Thanks for sharing this with us . Lord bless brother.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

So glad you are here my friend

[@jwowen7538]

Another story that has been delivered in such a manner that the next can’t be delivered soon enough!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

❤️ ❤️

[@DanaWallace-i4k]

Your voice and Appalachian accent are just what I need when things get heavy on my mind. I have intentionally taken my blood pressure before and after listening to one of your stories, and it never fails that my blood pressure drops considerably after the story. I told my doctor that she needs to prescribe your channel to all of her patients, especially the ones with high blood pressure. Thanks for all you do.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

well, how bout that! I do have a doctorate degree... (in music)... apparently its good in the medical field!

[@DanaWallace-i4k]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller it settles my head and lowers my blood pressure, so it's the right prescription.

[@vickykent353]

I got all riled up this afternoon and determined that I needed to take my mind off the issue. Well, of course, the cure was to listen to one of JD's stories. It worked wonderfully!!

[@stevehill8429]

I have commented a dozen times but you are the best storyteller i have ever heard....

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Brother, I really appreciate that, and your comments. It really helps me keep telling these old stories. Hope you and your family have a Merry Christmas! Thanks for your support!

[@Brent-x8w]

Man JD brother another great story hope all is well and again I hope your Christmas is the best one yet brother thanks from all of us here for the story's I'd rather watch your channel than any TV show or movie the simpler things in life are almost forgotten and you bring back so many memories of that time I'm 42 and grew up at the last part of it but man I'd give anything to have some of those people back in my life that made that impact of the way life should be.....

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much for that, Merry Christmas to you and your family too my friend!

[@randlerichardson5826]

JD this is one of them there stories that keeps me on my toes catching ever word.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jacobcarrillo9015]

Listening to these stories help me through a ten hour shift

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

glad to help!

[@LASILVA1007]

I grew up in Kentucky. I’ve lived in the valleys and foothills of Appalachia. Listening to these stories reminds me of some of the stories I used to hear from the older relatives in our family. Thank you JD for inspiring good memories.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

thank you!

[@heehaw8401]

My family too. A distant cousin and good friend has a piece of furniture from the Snodderly house.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

is that right? wow

[@nonnieprice5827]

JD, your story telling is so descriptive , even if there were no pictures every scene in your story would be easy to visualize. Sad story,but told by one of the best. Thank you JD for all the work you put into each story and video. God bless.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Nonnie, hope all is well in your neck of the woods

[@nonnieprice5827]

Thank you JD, all is well .

[@RitaBrown-u6v]

Always enjoy your Stories . Thank you !

[@alansnowdeal9845]

Going to set this up For Mom's Tab!!She'd Sure enough have Some Tale's of A Family been here since 1600's.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

❤️

[@theshadow3103]

Still binge watching. Been doing it for two days now. 😁

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much!

[@marilynamy3823]

I love each and every story that you post. They are so captivating, peppered with photos and some of the most beautiful scenery I've ever seen. Thank you so much for making the watchers of your stories feel like they are actually there. Can't wait for your next story.❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Marilyn! ❤️

[@dbentleyto95]

I always envision your stories in black and white. ⚪️⚫️. Another wonderful story, JD. You out did yoursel, until the next one, ha, ha

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much!

[@sheepdog1102]

I felt like I was right there watching it all. Well done 😊

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

alright, that's my intention to put the listener right there in the story!

[@suevillagomez2699]

Dearly love❤ these stories. Makes me smile when I get a post about a new one. And you could not get a better narrator. He makes you feel like you are right there in the story. Thanh you so much for what you do

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much Sue! Hope you enjoyed this one!

[@lisacooper3991]

This is a wild west tale for sure, even though it happened in the south.. great story and glad 😊 justice came.Thank u for sharing..

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

A true story almost lost to time

[@WillowsGarden]

Hi JD! I always listen to your stories. Sometimes I’m driving and can’t comment, but truly appreciate your God given ability to tell a story like no other. This was such an edge of your seat story. Thank you for being so consistent in your diligence with a Saturday story. Have a blessed day!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Willow, and I always appreciate your comments, have a great Saturday

[@drewbrown2143]

It’s always a good to listen to another story! Born and raised here in east TN I love hearing these stories from days past

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

❤️

[@lizardspoint]

Greetings from Nottingham, England, love your stories xx

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you my friend! Greetings from the mountains of East Tennessee

[@rhondaturner2254]

Always a pleasure, Sir, thanks for providing quality relaxation- your much appreciated. God Bless

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Rhonda!

[@michaelhenson3800]

Great job telling the story. Henry is my great great great Grandfather.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Wow, how about that? It’s a small world.

[@theemmanuelswife]

JD, you just get better and better storytelling! You had me picturing every word.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

thank you so much, I do my best to bring each story to life!

[@michaelpage4199]

As always a great story. Justice was swift back then as it should be. Not like today. Thanks for sharing

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you!

[@shawnwatson1419]

Excellent story for a Saturday morning JD thank you!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks Shawn, glad you enjoyed it!

[@bessiemann7468]

Sad story but a good ending. I enjoy listening to your stories of history

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much Bessie, have a great Saturday!

[@kathleenbaez4135]

The story and the Storyteller are amazing at one point I even gasped and said " Oh my God" . I love this channel. Thank you both❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much!

[@carolescutt2257]

You sir are a hidden but plumb beautiful gem 💎 of a story telling fella x

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you !

[@Kimba0724]

Dang JD, hit another out of the park 😉🥰🤩

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you!

[@pinkywilliams8063]

What a great story from the Great Smoky Mtns. Thanks JD for sharing another true story from our past, I sometimes wonder what it would have been like to live in the 1800's.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

I wonder that all the time too Pinky

[@charlenemock333]

It is A Shame That We NO LONGER Have, Save Only A Few, Shameless, GOD FEARING, Selfless, Compassionate, Stand-Up, Blameless, Meek, Greatful, And HUMBLE Men Who Were Born With A HEART Of GOLD.............. Henry Was "Considered" The Richest Man In Union County Tennessee, Yet He Did NOT Live Like A RICH Man. He SHARED What He Had And Always Had An Open Door To ANYONE In NEED OF ANYTHING! GOD Blessed Him With Wealth, YET, He Shared Everything He Had, NEVER TURNING ANYONE AWAY. That Gentleman Was NOT Merely A Man, But.......... "AN ANGEL IN DISGUISE"............ Thank You SO MUCH For Sharing This Video! I love this Story!!! I Am A Major History Freak, So I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE These Stories!!! Thank You. GOD Bless You And Your Family! 🙏😇👼

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you !

[@homesteaderfiftywmartha603]

Beautiful mill

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you!

[@melodydelph1537]

Jd your such a good storyteller I really enjoy your stories

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Melody!

[@charliepc56]

Justice prevailed that day, and they got what they deserved. Another great story! Thanks, JD!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Charlie

[@stephenwoodruff7256]

My grandmothers grandparents. I grew up hearing this story.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

❤️

[@joemamma416]

The murder of lille Messer by her husband Melvin happened in January 1926 in haywood County north Carolina. There are tons of info available online including the casetext from melvins appeal. It was a huge story at the time and id love to hear your take. Melvin and Lillie were my great grandparents and my mother was a week old the day of the murder. Many think melvin was innocent and the family split over the disagreement.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

I will look into this, thanks for the idea!

[@davidweathers938]

Another great one I like the swift justice.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks David!

[@theappalachiancamper]

wow!!!

[@sarchalto]

W😳W JD! THAT was the finest stroytelling I've ever heard. I wish Johnny Cash were alive to hear because he was a music storyteller & would've loved this🎶 TY😊JD

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you!

[@kennethpierce7304]

I love your stories and the way you present them. I’m listening.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you!

[@lindakuhn9426]

Great story as usual. Thank you so much! 😊

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Linda!

[@melissavancleave8686]

Great story !!!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Melissa!

[@thunderroadadventures9533]

I live 700 feet from the location of the hanging and we can feel the spirits of these men to this day. Great story telling, keep it up.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

wow !!

[@thunderroadadventures9533]

At night we can hear old time radio noise, mostly old Appalachian songs very faint in the background.

[@cant-trust-google]

Consider yourself and your family lucky. For those that hear this music, must be loved by those who roaming the earth. Cheers.

[@MountainMan2307]

JD Phillips did it again!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Preciate you brother!

[@deecooper1567]

I wish our justice system was as quick as it was then 🪦 I’m glad the children made it out ok. 💖👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Amen

[@lisalopez857]

I just recently in the last few days found this channel. I love your stories! You have the perfect voice for them!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Lisa! Glad to have you here! Welcome!

[@vickieholton8947]

Thanks for a good story

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Vickie!

[@sadielevens1144]

❤❤❤❤❤ Thank you😊

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Sadie!

[@nancyvargas2279]

I had goosebumps as I heard the story unfold.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Nancy!

[@susansamsel8080]

Thanx for your storytellin*

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much

[@karena2685]

You are such an awesome storyteller ❤️

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@RebeccaRohrmann1357]

Wow.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks!

[@historybuff7137]

I look forward to these great stories ❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Glad you like them! Have a great day my friend

[@bhhNC]

25 years ago there was a top40 rock band here in Rockingham County NC who took the name Troublesome Creek. Thanks for clearing up where that came from.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Very cool!

[@dorisadkins2464]

Enjoyed this story

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Doris!

[@ronwelch6548]

You do tell a great story. Its been my pleasure to hear all of them i can find.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much Ron there’s over 150 stories on the channel and I add new ones every Saturday

[@ronwelch6548]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller I'm trying to catch up. Thank you for replying.

[@jae6335]

Wow! Thank you! ❤️

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you!

[@barongugelsurch1145]

You might want to do a story on another relative, Armp Stanley, who was from Union County, too. Quite the character.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

If you have info on them- email me at [e-mail]

[@janetconnors3113]

Quite a story, thank you

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

[@Dividendflywheel]

For once I thank KZbin algorithms for recommending your video. Just subscribed

[@JackieBogle]

That was another great story 😄👍

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much!

[@rodcoombs2158]

Another great one JD

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much!

[@Cutter-jx3xj]

That reminds me of the old man off Hee Haw and his wife. Brutally murdered for money that the killers never found. He was known to carry and keep a lot of cash and later on it was found stashed in the front inside ledge of the fireplace.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Wow, I didn’t know that story

[@bradr2142]

He wore those dam bib overalls. Sad story did not deserve what they did to him. Stringbean.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

really is a sad story@@bradr2142

[@laserbeam002]

Yes...His stage name was Stringbean because he was very tall and skinny. His actual name was David AKeman. I heard his nephew killed him but not sure that is true.

[@bethhendricks5567]

My dad knew Stringbean through his Brother in law who played fiddle with the Stanley brothers and had a house near that area. Such a sad story.

[@sdwsorrynotsorry]

Wow… I grew up on Hinds Creek Road and never even knew about this!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

A story almost lost to time

[@allenblair705]

Too bad we can’t have this kind of justice still today, but too many activists crying it’s inhumane. What about the poor innocent victims and their lost lives? Great storytelling. Being a history fanatic I love hearing all these stories of the past and You do a wonderful job!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

👍🏼

[@amypaparone55]

This was another great one!! 🥰

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Amy!

[@myerstalesofappalachia]

Amazing job jd

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much!

[@KathysTube]

I really enjoyed this one...the music really adds to the emotional effects! Thanks JD 👍🎄

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks Kathy

[@kennethward3354]

Thank you

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks for watching!

[@marionbowler5440]

Amazing 👍🙃🇨🇦

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you!

[@wess-cp7vd]

Nice ending..😊

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

❤️

[@alang.carter245]

Yet another great story thank you very much

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you 😊

[@1978ab]

Grate story living in union County first time I heard it

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Theres still a sign on the side of the road in Union County that talks about the the first legal hanging

[@MichaelSmith-990]

That was a mighty good n JD I really enjoyed it.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks Michael!

[@GinaAnderson254]

I enjoy hearing your stories. 😊

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Gina!

[@d.g.n9392]

Great stories, thanks

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much!