Rose Harsent/ The Peasenhall Murder
In 1901, Rose Harsent, domestic servant and devout churchgoer, found herself at the center of local rumors of an affair with the married choirmaster, Williams Gardner. Though the two both denied those rumors, speculation only increased when Rose learned she was pregnant. So, when the pregnant Rose's life was brutally taken, suspicions turned primarily to one suspect; but was he responsible? If you are interested in bonus content for our show or in getting some Coffee and Cases swag, please consider joining Patreon. There are various levels to fit your needs, all of which can be found here: https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcases
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In 1901, Rose Harsent, domestic servant and devout churchgoer, found herself at the center of local rumors of an affair with the married choirmaster, Williams Gardner. Though the two both denied those rumors, speculation only increased when Rose learned she was pregnant. So, when the pregnant Rose’s life was brutally taken, suspicions turned primarily to one suspect; but was he responsible?
If you are interested in bonus content for our show or in getting some Coffee and Cases swag, please consider joining Patreon. There are various levels to fit your needs, all of which can be found here: https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcases
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