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Luann Joly
August 19, 2015 at 11:42 AM
Thank you so much for sending the transcript to me! I know I’ll enjoy it very much as I’m doing a lot of research for a book I’m writing. Hugs!
Anonymous
January 25, 2016 at 3:25 AM
Thanks so much for emailing the transcript to me, it’s a huge addition to the research for my book.
Best wishes,
Debbie
Debs
January 25, 2016 at 3:28 AM
Thank you so much for emailing the transcript to me, it’s a huge addition to the research for my book.
Best wishes, Debbie
greta lee davidson
January 25, 2016 at 3:49 PM
Thank u so much. This is wonderful! You r very generous to do this. You rock!
Hawk
February 15, 2016 at 2:26 PM
I would love to have a copy of the Preliminary Hearings to compare what was said at the Inquest and Trial testimony.
Gregory Williams
February 20, 2016 at 7:04 AM
I have begun consulting your blog, and see your offer of a copy of the transcript of the Lizzie Borden preliminary (probable-cause) hearing. I would like to take you up on that generous offer. I have spoken here on Cape Cod on the Webster/Parkman and Sacco and Vanzetti cases, and will be presenting a talk on Lizzie Borden on a couple of occasions coming up. . . .
Thank you for your kindness in this matter.
Gregory Williams
phayemuss
February 20, 2016 at 1:02 PM
I think I sent it twice – my mailer was hic-cupping. Let me know you got it okay.
Jean Rightley
February 23, 2016 at 11:24 PM
Thanks ahead of time for sending the transcript. I’m interested in her childhood in particular and it’s comparability to current sociopathic youth.
Tashira
February 24, 2016 at 10:13 AM
i would like one for a research paper.
Richard O Jones
February 24, 2016 at 3:14 PM
I am an author of True Crime history and a podcaster of the same. I would like to explore this document for the possibility of doing a podcast about the case.
http://www.truecrimehistorian.com
phayemuss
February 26, 2016 at 12:52 PM
Emailed it today. 🙂
Vicki Kramer
February 26, 2016 at 7:29 AM
I am a new blogger and hope to be an author of a published work in the future regarding the Borden murders. I have always been interested in true crime but the Borden murders fascinate me the most. I would like a copy of the transcript to use in my research for my posts. Thank you in advance.
Anonymous
March 1, 2016 at 5:03 PM
Received my transcript today as promised! Thank you!
Luisa
March 5, 2016 at 10:26 AM
Some years ago I printed your Preliminary Hearing, but now, because of a lack of space, I woul like to have it recorded in my computer. Why? I do not know. I am fond of Lizzie. She is in my heart.
Many thank and Best regards,
Luisa
Rebecca F. Pittman
March 7, 2016 at 2:27 PM
I appreciate your efforts in providing this transcript. I recently finished reading the full trial transcript from the summer of 1893. I would like to compare the prelim to see how certain witnesses’ stories changed. I have a new book coming out this year on the “tragedy.”
Thank you so much.
phayemuss
March 8, 2016 at 2:38 AM
Rebecca, your email did not work so I sent it to wonderland at the aol.com…be watching for it. And thank you.
Kerri Larkin
September 24, 2018 at 10:26 PM
ok it said to reply to transcript or for do I give my home adress?? txs Kerri 🙂
phayemuss
September 26, 2018 at 11:08 AM
No, it will be sent electronically as a PDF file. But you do need to tell me why you want a copy of the Preliminary Hearing. Elaborate on your interest and motivation to read this document. Thank you!
Vanessa hernandez
September 18, 2020 at 3:59 PM
Didnt see where I could post comment so hopefully this will work. I honestly love reading and learning about true crimes. I read an article that said the home Lizzie Borden passed away in is up for sale. So I googled her name and this site was the one that seemed the most interesting. Needless to say I have not been disappointed!
Luisa
March 8, 2016 at 3:20 AM
I have just received your e-mail and the Preliminary Hearing file. I thank you for your kindness.
And thank you for giving us so much knowledge for nothing.
Luisa
Margaret Meideros
March 10, 2016 at 9:45 AM
I would like a copy of the preliminary transcript because I am very much interested in the case and have several books on it but none give the complete transcript. thank you.
Alex Taylor
March 10, 2016 at 9:48 AM
I’m writing a play and your Preliminary Hearing transcript would be beneficial.
-Alex Taylor
donnie G. - Fall River, MA.
March 10, 2016 at 9:53 AM
When I was 9 I watched Legend of Lizzie Borden and have never seen it many times since. That’s how it started but I’ve done lots of research since. I would very much appreciate your Preliminary Hearing. Very nice thing to do.
christina williams
March 13, 2016 at 1:32 AM
When I was a teenager I watched Legend of Lizzie on a VHS tape on a sleepover. It really creeped us girls out and I wanted to learn more about what happened to her. I have been reading books ever since. I have been watching documentaries ever since. Last year I read the Witness Statements. I would very much like to have the Preliminary Hearing. Thank you, Ms. Musselman.
LisaCFirst
March 15, 2016 at 9:53 PM
I like to look up photos of (possibly) real characters and read about them as I watch films. I was watching the new Lizzie Borden stories on Netflix, did the searches and followed links around. I know you flamed the series, but really, don’t we all know it’s fiction with little nuggets of possible truth sprinkled about?
Why are the theories about incest, or being discovered self-pleasuring, or any other exotic motives for the murders – why are these stories advanced lately (ie the 90’s onward) by self-identified experts more legitimate than the outright fictions of the new series? Where’s the foundation?? Even back in her time, how does anyone know the prurient stuff wasn’t just creepy gossip?
Sure, this rotten stuff happened in life, but where’s the proof it happened in Lizbeth Borden’s life? So, it’s better to read the source material, not just the summaries, just can’t always get to them. I still have to finish reading your posts, maybe you’ve already debunked this stuff, but I thank you.
LisaCFirst
March 16, 2016 at 5:28 PM
Thank you for sharing your scholarship, this is incredibly generous!
Sorry if I’ve offended anyone by scoffing at the more lurid theories.
LisaCFirst
March 16, 2016 at 9:55 PM
Thank you for the fast mailing of the transcript. It’s generous of you to share your scholarship with us!
Jess
March 31, 2016 at 8:45 AM
Hi! Your site is one of a kind!! =) I lived in Fall River briefly when I went to visit a friend who moved there from CT. and I ended up staying a while. We were walking distance from Lizzie’s house, and her church was across the street from where we were staying. However I’ve been fascinated by her since childhood. Growing up in New England, my mother told me the tale and even as a young’un, the macabre had a hold on me. I feel for Lizzie and feel a connection with her. I would very much like to have a preliminary. Thank you!!
Anonymous
April 4, 2016 at 8:00 AM
Thank you for emailing me the Preliminary Hearing. I greatly look forward to reading it at my desk, while pretending to do office work. =) Thanks again, greatly appreciated. I will continue to visit your page for sure!
Anonymous
April 12, 2016 at 8:30 AM
School project
Doris
April 21, 2016 at 12:44 PM
I’ve been reading everything on Lizzie Borden and her case. The transcript I’m sure has lots of information.
Kevin
April 23, 2016 at 9:43 PM
I’m just interested in the case and want to learn all the facts.
Anonymous
May 20, 2016 at 10:21 AM
pls send me a copy its for a school mock tail
phayemuss
May 21, 2016 at 9:26 PM
I will need your real name and email address. Thank you.
Anonymous
June 6, 2016 at 10:46 AM
I am wondering if you have a transcript that would be good for a monologue for my college class. I have been searching everywhere to try and find a monologue transcript where I am lizzie.
phayemuss
June 6, 2016 at 1:43 PM
Oh my dear. Surely you can create one yourself. You’re in college, right?
mburgan
June 9, 2016 at 10:26 AM
Doing a book on the trial for kids and would like as many primary sources as possible.
Christine Verstraete
June 10, 2016 at 3:21 PM
I have a book coming out with a different take on Lizzie, yes, it’s Lizzie Borden, Zombie Hunter. You knew it would come to that, right? 😉
phayemuss
June 11, 2016 at 9:45 AM
OMG. No, I’m not the least bit surprised. If it’s any good, you just might get offers to buy the rights.
Greg Marques
June 19, 2016 at 4:19 AM
I am developing a curriculum for an elective class on Lizzie Borden. The transcript would be a valuable asset.
Melissa
June 24, 2016 at 2:59 PM
Hello, I would like to request a copy of the transcript for a costume research project; I’m attempting to recreate the Bedford cord according to eyewitness accounts and popular fashions for that year. Thank you.
Leah N
July 11, 2016 at 7:28 PM
Hi! I would like a copy for a research paper please! Thank you so much for your valuable information, time and help!
Gretchen Hill
July 15, 2016 at 7:38 PM
I am a sociologist, and have always been interested in American history, especially social history and American law. I remember the Lizzie Borden story from my youth and have read about it from time to time.
Pam Arleta
July 24, 2016 at 9:58 PM
I love, love love your blog. I spend hrs at a time reading it. You have so much content with amazing information. I would definitely like to know exacdtly what was said at the preliminary hearing. Could you please send me one? thank you.
Pam Arleta
Chicago, Ill.
Laura
August 4, 2016 at 8:18 PM
Hello, I have been reading and researching on Lizzie for about 20 years now. As a Victorian and women’s history buff, her story was fascinating to me and it sparked my current career as a professional speaker and consultant on the Victorian era. I would very much like a copy of the preliminary hearing transcript. . have enjoyed your blog for some time now. Many thanks for your scholarship on Lizzie! Laura Loew, lostinthepast
Laura
August 5, 2016 at 7:32 AM
Thank you so much Faye! I can’t wait to read it.
Casey Michaels
August 12, 2016 at 2:23 AM
Have always found this a fascinating story, very interested to read the transcript
Jeanne Mead
September 14, 2016 at 7:47 AM
I would love a copy of this! Went to Fall River over the summer for a stay in a lighthouse and then took a tour of the house where the murders were. Now I am taking a forensic Science class and am writing my paper on Lizzy’s case! PLEASE, send me a copy of the transcript! Thank you!
Michelle F Hatzberger
October 19, 2016 at 7:47 AM
I have always been fascinated with this crime, I am not really sure why. But now that I work at TSH I am even more interested in figures who “stayed” here.
Barb McGee
November 3, 2016 at 9:17 PM
I have been fascinated by the Borden murders ever since I saw the Elizabeth Montgomery movie when I was a kid. I would really appreciate a copy. Thank you so much for your generosity!
Mike Schepp
November 11, 2016 at 12:21 PM
I have had an interest in the case since I did a persuasive essay over the case and would like to read further into the case. I want to see what the specific points made are and inquire on my own about the verdict.
Gale Finlayson
December 6, 2016 at 1:11 PM
I would appreciate a copy of the transcript. A relative of my Fall River Grandfather’s (a Lubinsky who could hardly speak English) is said to have testified at the Trial–for the Defense. He claimed that he saw Lizzie walking calmly back to the house from the “barn.” One book says that this unnamed witness was an ice cream man. I wonder if my relative sold ice cream for a living in a country where he was ESL. We only learned of this connection in the 21st century, when my mother’s Durfee High School class was planning its 50th reunion. Thank you in advance for your help!
bookandcoffeelover
January 13, 2017 at 3:15 PM
I would love of copy of this. Lizzie has intrigued since I read Blood Relations by Sharon Pollock many many years ago. I’m very interested in reading the transcripts to get a better understanding of the people and the time.
aLLAN eDWARDS
January 19, 2017 at 12:09 PM
I’ve been collecting books on borden case over 20 years and have never found the preliminary hearing. Would appreciate one being sent to me. Note my email. thanks a lot.
Kate Lavender
January 24, 2017 at 6:53 PM
What is the difference between the Inquest Hearing and a Preliminary Hearing….are they the same thing? That’s why I would appreciate your email….thank you.
phayemuss
February 1, 2017 at 1:27 AM
YOU look it up. Write me back stating the difference, then I’ll send you a copy of the Preliminary Hearing. I’m shocked you should even ask. Shocked I tell you. lol
lavender011
February 2, 2018 at 3:23 PM
OMG! That was 3 weeks into my research on Lizzie. Total Rookie Mistake! But I stuck with it day & night and I’m still in love with it a year later. I am finishing up recording the Witness Statements at a local radio station. When that’s been edited I hope to begin rehearsals for the intense Inquest showdown between Lizzie & Knowlton. Wow! Hang on to your granny chair girls; it’s going to be a bumpy ride. Can’t wait to send you the finished product. Kate Lavender, Portland, Oregon.
Peggy Reinhardt
February 13, 2017 at 1:54 PM
I’m writing a screenplay on the Borden case and would appreciate a copy of the preliminary hearing. thank you.
jess
March 30, 2017 at 7:42 PM
I am trying to read the preliminary and the inquest hearings as I have an interest with the case scenario I was around 12 years old. Thank you for your site as I have been reading a lot things in which I have forgotten and things I never knew. Your hard work is appreciated.
lavender011
February 2, 2018 at 3:32 PM
Hi Peggy! How’s that screenplay coming? I wrote one too and I took it to the Writer’s Convention in August 2017 and they said,”Nobody wants another Lizzie Borden movie.” They are so wrong! Nobody wants another Fictionalized movie like the new “Lizzie” out Jan 18, 2018. My advice to you is “don’t pitch your movie to a male producer.” So I’m recording the primary source documents portrayed by voice actors at a local radio station. You can follow my exploits on Facebook. Kate Lavender, Lizzie Borden Screenwriter, Portland, Oregon.
sinorscream
April 26, 2017 at 8:17 PM
I would love a copy of this! Me and my sis are obsessed with trying to figure out what really happened! Thank you!
Dianne
May 7, 2017 at 10:56 PM
Hi, I appreciate your interest and web site and was also interested when I saw Parallel Lives. I just love history. That wasnt very long ago! Thank uou in advance for the transcript
Deborah
May 10, 2017 at 9:13 AM
I would like a copy to see if I notice anything others haven’t yet, possibly. What can I say, I’m a female Holmes and have been all my life!
Robin Fiola
May 20, 2017 at 9:55 AM
I am a longtime ‘Bordenologist’ and love to browse this site; this is my #1 fav hobby; trying to solve this crime! I have ALWAYS wanted to read the preliminary hearings, but it’s hard to find them for free. Thank you so much! -girl sleuth
The Pamburglar
May 24, 2017 at 9:48 PM
I’m trying to write a play involving Lizzie Borden and I’d love to read the transcript to get some more insight into the whole thing. Plus, I’m a major historical true crime fan and I’ve been wanting to read it for ages. Thanks so much!
deriklbradshaw
May 28, 2017 at 10:33 AM
I just got back two weeks ago from spending a night in the Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast Museum in Fall River. Was the best bucket list check-off ever! Slept in John Morse’s room…a copy of the transcript would be great as I just cannot get enough of this infamous case.
deriklbradshaw
May 28, 2017 at 1:55 PM
Thank uou so much for the quick delivery of the transcript! 👍🏼✌🏼
Mike
May 30, 2017 at 5:42 AM
Since this is the only time that Lizzie Borden speaks about the murders publicly I an interested in what she says.
zefyr
June 7, 2017 at 1:14 PM
hey there! firstly, thank you so much for the work you did in translating/transcribing this. i’m working on a collection of poems abt the borden case, femme erasure, & violences of whiteness—i’m trying to accrue as many primary documents as possible,and the preliminary hearings seem like they’d be key towards what i’m working towards! thanks so much in advance 🙂
XTJohn
July 11, 2017 at 4:11 PM
I’ve been an addict of the case since visiting Fall River and The Lizzie Borden B&B 3 years ago.
Sloane Meyer
August 10, 2017 at 7:52 AM
I don’t remember a time that I was not intrigued with Lizzie Borden. I would like a copy of the preliminary transcript to verify information from as original a source as possible.
Jeanne Anders
August 15, 2017 at 4:39 AM
If the free offer is still available, I would appreciate receiving one. I’ve been an avid reader since the age of 4.Anytime I I come across the opportunity to confirm the facts of true stories, I leap at it. Curiosity plain and simple. I also like to form my own opinion of the “true” stories.
Karla
September 11, 2017 at 2:40 PM
I would love a copy of the preliminary hearing transcript. I have been reading about the case and now I am hooked!!! Just ordered parallel Lives. Would like to visit the B & B someday. So disappointed that Maplecroft won’t be opening to the public. Love this site!
Lynne Perez
December 30, 2017 at 1:25 AM
I would love a copy of the transcript, Lizzie Borden is a collateral line relative through the Durfee line.
Evelyn
December 30, 2017 at 9:54 AM
Thank you for the PH! What a gift!!!!!!!
David R.
December 31, 2017 at 2:22 AM
Received the Hearing as requested. Wonderful! Bless you for making this free to us, Miss Faye.
David-Somerville, MA.
S B
February 6, 2018 at 8:29 AM
I would really love a copy of the preliminary hearing as I think that it is extremely important to read it in order to study better the case. I am so obsessed with the Bordens . Thank you in advance !
S B
February 13, 2018 at 2:22 AM
THANK you sooo much , I thought it would take longer but received it yesterday. I am so excited , can’t wait to read it. Really appreciate it 🙂
george
February 20, 2018 at 7:27 PM
I am doing a writing assignment on her and would like to see the preliminary hearing
george
February 21, 2018 at 2:44 PM
I am doing a writing assignment on lizzie borden and I want all the resources possible.
HANNAH PAQUETTE
March 16, 2018 at 9:55 AM
Hi there! I’m going to be directing a production of Lizzie the Musical at the end of the year and I would like to read the transcript for myself.
HANNAH PAQUETTE
March 16, 2018 at 11:03 AM
WOW – thank you so much for getting this to be in just couple of hours. I can’t wait to check it out!
M R
March 20, 2018 at 11:53 AM
I visited the Borden House a few days ago. I find the whole story so interesting and have since got library books for more information. I would love to read the preliminary hearing, thanks.
M R
March 21, 2018 at 7:38 AM
I got it. Thank you so much!! 🙂
Michele Johnson
May 27, 2018 at 8:39 PM
I’m one of the many people still obsessed with Lizzie. I’ve stayed at the B&B for two nights and this further fueled my obsession. I would love to have the transcript. Thank you in advance.
Kate Lavender
June 24, 2018 at 4:28 PM
Dear Lizzie Lovers! Thanks to Faye Musselman’s generosity I will be recording podcasts of the Preliminary Trial as well as filming it for my Facebook blog. Thanks so much for your digital copy. It is much appreciated!
phayemuss
June 24, 2018 at 6:07 PM
You’re welcome. Enjoy and good luck on your project, Kate!
maureen e rossi
August 5, 2018 at 5:26 AM
May I please have a copy as I am fascinated with this famous cold case
Marianne Donley
August 30, 2018 at 8:07 AM
I would love a copy of the hearing proceedings. We use the case in our forensic science course.
S. Wagner
September 8, 2018 at 11:07 AM
Interesting comments in this blog. Interested in this case since it was made into a movie and portrayed by Elizabeth Montgomery. Thank you.
Peter Markham
September 8, 2018 at 2:00 PM
I study law and trial procedures. I would love to have a copy of the transcript of one of the famous trials of the nineteenth century.
Michelle
September 11, 2018 at 1:04 PM
Discovered the story for the first time last week and there are so many contradictions it intrigues me.
Lisa
November 17, 2018 at 3:27 PM
Hi- my family is from Fall River and I have always been fascinating this case. I’m reading a historical fiction book about Lizzie Borden and i would like to read the actual transcripts. Thank you!
Richard
January 18, 2019 at 8:35 PM
I stayed in the Borden home and have been fascinated with the case since childhood.
Laci
January 19, 2019 at 11:06 AM
I have always been so interested in the specifics and in depth details of this case!
kimbra eberly
January 20, 2019 at 12:01 PM
would love to have a copy. Been to the house 4 times, was lead prosecutor for 2 mock trials, been on 2 paranormal investigations and finishing up my book called, “Inadmissible -The case of Lizzie Borden and Murderous women” which will be out this Spring. Thank you
Dawne-Marie Haralambou
February 5, 2019 at 4:40 PM
I am fascinated by the case and, if Lizzie Borden truly wasn’t a killer, then she is owed a voice – and the right to be exonerated.
Kim Mewborn
March 14, 2019 at 9:05 PM
I got interested in this case when I saw the movie with Elizabeth Montgo
It
Chuck Bellack
May 21, 2019 at 8:57 PM
I first became aware of Lizzie when I was like 13 years old. I honestly began hearing the famous verse in my head but it was incomplete. A call to our local Library opened a whole new world to me. I believe in past lives and while I can’t say I was Lizzie Borden, I do beludve I lived at that time and may have even known Lizzie. Been to Fall River 3 times and stayed at the House twice, both times in Lizzie’s room. Never have read the Hearing and looking forward to it!
Randall Evans
June 10, 2019 at 9:21 PM
Hi Faye. I first got interested in the Lizzie case when I read Victoria Lincoln’s A PRIVATE DISGRACE not too long after it was published (I was living in New Orleans, now I’m in NYC). Over the years I’ve acquired many of the main books on the subject though not all. Cara Robertson got me interested all over again when I read her recent book, sending me back to the floor plans of the Borden house; then I re-read A PRIVATE DISGRACE! enjoying it as much the second time all these years later. I first visited Fall River in 1972 and returned several times after that, finally getting to tour the B&B about 1998 (a true thrill after all my reading, as you can imagine). I hope to stay overnight there one of these days. I also attended the 1992 centenary of the crime, though not the seminar part of it. I was in seventh heaven mixing with all those Borden enthusiasts milling about. Thanks in advance if you send me the pdf transcript!
Hen
July 2, 2019 at 5:03 AM
Just found this, heading to Fall River today from Cape. Great Job!!
Hen
July 2, 2019 at 5:47 AM
I never have before now, but, honestly, I find myself feeling awfully sad for the life they lived. Reading that letter from the next generation cousins about the party and the costumes, reading further that they had probably passed maple…house coming or going, the events surrounding the excising of each sister from their life’s , their mother’s death, the fact that, from what I’m reading, being a “Borden” in Fall River carried a significant cache that Lizzie nor Emma ever had, despite name. I have nieces now grown, who lost mother in their teens, and witnessed the breadth of heartbreak and impact that brings teenage girls. I think Emma must have been so depressed, and not knowing much about the father, only knowing the era, it must have been hell for Emma, , and worse yet, to be usurped of all her”work, responsibilities, identification, “ when Abbie suddenly arrived. Emma was mid late teens, that must have tore her heart up on so many levels. It
Replaces the mother Emma knew, and I have never read their relationship health, but I’m assuming Emma must have loved her mom. Then Abbie is there, Lizzie has absolutely no memory of her mother. I imagine Emma hated Abbie, and I do not like that word, but how could she not. Abbie made little effort in rebuilding a decimated family. Abbie did Abbie, and no, she didn’t deserve an ax in her skull!
Abbie was said to be unattractive, overweight , “older woman, unmarried spinster,” who, although came from a “ good “ family name, it had fallen on hard times. When she understood THE ANDREW BORDEN might be seeking her skills, I can’t imagine there wasn’t a person she didn’t run down to get that marriage over and done. and did everything she could to make something permanent.
Emma also lost a sister and Lizzie was her sole connection, literally, to a mother gone too soon. Lizzie knew only Abbie, interesting the suspect was the sister “ raised” by her step mom. I would like to think that Lizzie had a great sense of humor and understood the ridiculous in others, but I have no idea. She was left by that town as a pariah. She stopped going to the center church, and she began to think people were whispering about her. Something kept her inFallRiver, which for the life of me, I will never understand lt could be that she wouldn’t leave because of what she had done? Emma finally got out of Dodge, and even in her will, her wording for Lizzie is evocative of meaning, not just a transaction( how I read it) and Lizzie’s Stipulation on Emma in her will was completely devoid of anything That would have illustrated the generosity Emma had given to Lizzie her whole life. The split between the two, I think was a reckoning of responsibility, and Emma left, still loving her sister, but, could
no longer be a quiet chaperone to her current and past acts. I do think Lizzie killed them both. I have absolutely no idea how she had the steel to pull it off as quickly as she did, and I believe it was an act of ragefull injustice. I’m not an expert, I’m not a Lizzie scholar, I am absolutely fascinated by her, and cannot believe I just wrote War and Peace….sorry, got me interested!!,
Elise Stone
August 27, 2019 at 1:53 PM
I’m writing a historical mystery set in the same time period, and am very interested in accurate source material. Of course, I thought of the Lizzie Borden trial right away.
Lisa
August 28, 2019 at 12:56 AM
I’ve been interested in her life for years and want to ke more about her.
Deandra Ribar
October 1, 2019 at 5:29 PM
I’m writing a speech on the trial of her for my college class.
James Lawson
October 7, 2019 at 6:21 PM
I’ve been intrigued by Lizzie Borden since I was a child. O er the years I’ve collected lots of documents, but never this. Thank you so much for sharing!
Eduardo
November 9, 2019 at 12:05 PM
I am doing my Master Thesis on the Lizzie case. I decided to do so after watching a Documental about the Fall River murders, here in Spain.
Thank you.
Russell Peppe
January 14, 2020 at 5:42 PM
I would like to see a transcript of the Preliminary Hearing to compare it to the Inquest and to try to understand better the sequence of events on Aug 4. Thanks in advance for your work and for sending it.
Jersey
March 12, 2020 at 12:06 PM
Would LOVE to read this, if you are still emailing it??
I’ve been reading on the case for years, still plowing through Parallel Lives,
and am fascinated by not only Lizzie – but Bridget Sullivan, Emma Borden,
and John Morse, of course.
Thank you in advance if you are still send it!
Jersey
March 12, 2020 at 3:39 PM
WOW – Thank You ever so much for this great file!!
I’m going to really enjoy going through this on the weekend,
when I have some time to concentrate.
This definitely makes me wonder what the outcome would have been if the murders happened today??
Thanks Again, much appreciated!!
Rusty Judd
March 17, 2020 at 5:28 PM
When you hace a moment, i would love to read this Thanks
Rusty Judd
March 18, 2020 at 2:45 PM
Thank you looking forward to reading it later this evening
Debbie Paiz
May 5, 2020 at 2:33 PM
Hello
I would love to read the file you have on Lizzie Borden. I have always wondered about Lizzie and all that she had endured in her life.
Ian Charlton
July 4, 2020 at 1:02 AM
Hi Faye
I appear to have an unhealthy (?) fascination with unsolved murders – I recently spent three weeks in London trying to solve (no luck) a minor problem they had around the time of the Borden affair (Jack the Ripper). I have enjoyed your website and would like to read more of the real life commentary/statements made at the time. if you are still willing to send the transcript I promise to read it!!
Thanks
Ian (an ex pat Kiwi in Australia)
Ian Charlton
July 4, 2020 at 7:29 PM
Hi Faye
Thank you so much for the transcript and so quick!! The garden mowing will have to wait until next weekend!!
Regards
Ian Charlton
phayemuss
July 5, 2020 at 3:49 PM
You’re welcome. Always good to hear from people “down under”. 🙂
Michelle
July 6, 2020 at 2:48 PM
Hi Faye, I am interested in the crimes of the 19th century and I write articles and lectures on live events about them.. In our country, this case doesn´t even have its own topic on Wikipedia, which is very sad. Your site is one of the richest sources of information for me, so this transcript would be very helpfull. Best Regards Michelle
Heather M Wefel
July 29, 2020 at 7:48 AM
Could I have copy of the transcript, please?
Chris Perkins
August 27, 2020 at 9:32 PM
For years I keep coming back to find out more about Lizzie Borden. I think it all started when I was little and wanted to be a detective. 🙂 Thanks for making a copy of this transcript available.
George Schuster
September 6, 2020 at 6:00 AM
Good morning and Happy Labor Day weekend! I recently joined the ranks of folks fascinated by the Borden murders. I’m pulling together the key documents to build a foundation for what may have happened that morning. The Prelim Hearing transcripts are my missing piece! Your offer is very kind….thanks in advance! Steve
Aemilia Davis
October 22, 2020 at 2:57 PM
Many thanks for your generosity in making this historical record free to all!
phayemuss
October 23, 2020 at 8:58 PM
You’re most welcome, Aemilia. Con mucho gusto.
Anonymous
November 14, 2020 at 10:51 AM
Thanks again for the transcript and the excellent work you’ve done on the blog.
misterkth
November 10, 2020 at 12:11 AM
I would love a copy. I’ve been working on a project related to the case and have a few versions of some of the other proceedings, but not this. Absolutely love this site, your passion for the material is contagious. Thank you for the site and for making the transcript available.
Keoth
November 14, 2020 at 10:48 AM
Thank you very, very much for sharing the transcript and for the excellent blog.
misterkth
November 14, 2020 at 11:04 PM
Thank you very much for your generosity and hard work. Love the blog. Take care.
Bessie Graham
November 26, 2020 at 8:11 AM
I would like a copy of this transcript because I am interested in Lizzie Borden´s case so much and I choose this theme for my school project. This blog is awesome. Thank you for everything!
KelliAnn
February 16, 2021 at 10:26 AM
doing research for upcoming podcast, Thank you in advance!
Lisa
April 1, 2021 at 2:25 PM
I remember hearing about Lizzie Borden when I was a kid and I now live in Fall River.
Mishy
April 26, 2021 at 8:36 PM
I’m doing research on unsolved cases and would like a copy of the transcript please! 🙂 Thank you!
Mishy
April 28, 2021 at 11:52 AM
Thank you for the transcript! I’ll be diving into this later today. So excited!!!
wfpbruins2293
June 13, 2021 at 4:21 AM
Please send me a copy of the Preliminary Hearing.
Thank You for having this resource available, I am looking for primary sources of information……..Bill P.
Felton G. Horton
July 28, 2021 at 12:33 PM
Please send me a copy of the Preliminary Hearing: fghorton@jspiveylaw.com
I have been interested in the Lizzie Borden case since the mid-1980s after reading the book “Lizzie” by Frank Spiering. The 1890s were such simpler times and Borden murders made for such a complex case. It is a fascinating ordeal.
Thank you!
Diane Fanning
August 16, 2021 at 7:31 AM
I grew interested in Lizzie Borden as an outgrowth of chanting that line when I jumped rope with friends. I am doing research and would like a copy of the preliminary hearing transcript. Also, do you know of any copies of Parallel Lives for sale for less than $100.
Diane Fanning
August 19, 2021 at 10:08 AM
Thanks for sharing the preliminary hearing transcript with me!
Lisa ANDERSEN
September 12, 2021 at 2:02 PM
I am an unsolved history addict and very interested in the case of Lizzie. Could I please get a copy of the transcript?
Lisa Andersen
September 18, 2021 at 6:04 AM
Thank you
Arlene Stoner
October 26, 2021 at 5:20 AM
I watched the Lizzie movie starring Elizabeth Montgomery when I was 12 and I was hooked. I started reading all the books I had access to when the Arnold Brown book came out in 1992. I have done interlibrary loan on many of the books I have read, I think our librarian thought it odd that I kept requesting sooo many!! Love all things Lizzie!!
Larry
December 5, 2021 at 12:33 PM
If you are still giving out a copy of the transcript, I would love a copy. I am currently writing my own book about what happened way back in 1892, Just on first chapter and would appreciate it, Thanks! I have been in Love with Lizzie since grade school and read the first book on her.
Robert Johnson Middletown RI.
May 29, 2022 at 6:02 AM
I am so fascinated with this women.i live in Newport. Raised in Georgia since 1953 Born in Newport Ri 1942,my mother was born in Fall River Massachusetts.1921 She spoke of Lizzie a lot to me as I grew up .I visited her grave sight .i wish I had known lizbeth .
Anonymous
February 1, 2022 at 4:46 PM
doing a podcast on this case!!
Tabatha
August 16, 2022 at 1:54 PM
Hi, doing an art project/YouTube story telling of the case. Thank you!
Krystal LaPierre
September 29, 2022 at 4:58 AM
Hello! Would love a copy of the transcript. My murder discussion club is covering this case in October, and I’m the case lead. This would be wonderful material. I’ve always been fascinated by this case. I was able to stay the night at the B&B two years ago.
grumpyr3aper
October 17, 2022 at 9:54 PM
Hello, I learned of this case not too long ago and was conducting research for a podcast and would appreciate the transcript if you are still sending copies!
Anonymous
November 3, 2022 at 5:27 PM
Hello! I got interesting in law and how courts work in the time period, which is why i decided that it would be interesting to read the preliminary hearing of this particular case. It always struck me as a gruesome one. Has to be interesting to read.
Summer Shearer
March 22, 2023 at 8:31 PM
Hello there! I highly doubt that I will recieve this in time for my lessons over the next few days and weeks, but it is worth a try! I became interested in Lizzy Borden after completing an argument lesson with my junior English classes and seeing their engagement levels (so I decided that I wanted to have them use this story/evidence/trial to begin practice using and developing arguments). I would really like to begin a mock trial with my students as well, so something like this transcript would be extremely helpful! Thanks in advance!
Jim McKenna
July 10, 2023 at 6:31 PM
Thank you in advance for the transcript. My interest in Lizzie Borden is part of my overall interest in the era. I like to deep dive criminal cases from Victorian USA and elsewhere.
Jim
Brian BRODEUR
July 12, 2023 at 9:51 AM
I became interested in Lizzie Borden from watching the 1974 TV movie The Legends of alizzie Borden with my favorite TV witch Elizabeth Montgomery. After, I was fascinated on how a woman of her era was able to pull it off on a hot August day in 1892. Emma,her sister, must have had some knowledge about the crime, why else was she in fair haven? The case is still creating conversty to this day. Hence, is why I am highly interested in reading the court transcript to see what other details about her, about Emma, Bridget ,and the going one the day of the crime.