I love the old photos you used of the characters in the story - especially the newspaper articles, creepy Harry in his prison cell, and of Evelyn in court!
You should do one on the Christine Jessop case from Queensville Ontario Canada. The little girl was abducted, raped and murdered in 1984 and left in a forest. The police found her body a couple of months later. For 37 years the murderer wasn't caught until just last year through DNA. The neighbour was originally convicted and charged with the crime and did prison time. The police thought he was weird so they pinned it on him. Evidently it wasn't him and the person who did do it wasn't even on their radar in 1984.
My goodness, this sounds incredibly interesting. Sad and terribly brutal but I would still love to hear the story. And of course, hearing it from Ron would make it even more interesting 🤔. Thanks for suggesting it Mark!!
So sad! Glad they found out who did it! After I found out he died before being identified and that he and his wife were friends with little Christine's parents and was never a suspect or even talked to is mind-boggling especially since he was familiar with the area her body was found! Terrible
I swear he could make Anything interesting. I could literally imagine him talking about the weather for hours. And I would still be on the edge of my seat listening intently 🤣💙
Love your channel. I used to visit graveyards starting in 8th grade with my BFF. I love history and loved to read the gravestones and was quite intrigued. I too lost a daughter in 2018 to acute leukemia. I've studied Heaven..NDE etc after she passed because I was so interested in where my daughter is after she passed. You really do a great job telling interesting stories and almost taking us back in time with your great storytelling abilities. I look forward to every new video you post. Thank you for making this channel for all of us to enjoy!!
Absolutely love your channel Mr Ron. My late Mum used to take me to cemeteries in New Zealand when i was young. So i have vivid wonderful memories forever. Keep the fascinating history stories coming. Julz
One additional anecdote regarding Frederick Law Olmsted. He and his brother designed many residential subdivisions around the turn of the century. One such is called The Gardens, located on the north end of Pecks beach which is now Ocean City New Jersey. The Olmsted brothers aversion to straight or parallel lines today causes difficulty among the design professionals during routine survey work in the neighborhood. As an architect myself, I have received sealed surveys with parts of the property labeled " indeterminate" or "area in question". Thank you Fred Olmsted. Nice job with Central Park, though.
What a story!!! The ladies & gents were so handsome them, and I’ve always loved their style of dressing back then. A beautiful Cemetery too. Each one of your stories are SO very interesting also. Keep up the fantastic work Ron.. you’re great at telling these wonderful old stories! TY so much for all you do for us!!! RIP Whites! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
This story is so interesting. I'm glad you did a video on it. This cemetery is beautiful how they have it all set up, and the gravestones are so cool to look at. RIP to the White family... Stay safe out there Ron.🙂💟
Always thought you had a wonderful voice for narration Ron and now we know you sing like an Angel as well! lol Great job all around! Thanks for another good one.
Ron thank you for being such an inspiration. I have noticed many times after watching an episode I feel uplifted and wanting to be productive and creative. 👍
Say Ron, if you’re ever in New England, you can visit the site of the Deerfield Massacre in Deerfield, MA. Occurred on Leap Day Feb. 29, 1704. Native raid on settlement with 56 dead and 60 taken captive to Montreal. Dead were buried in a mass grave in the old cemetary. Museum has a door with hatchet marks still in it. Story can be found on Wikipedia under “Raid on Deerfield”.
Hi Ron, that’s a really beautiful Cemetery, so well kept, money talks doesn’t it Ron, he had a great life in prison. I’m glad that Evelyn had a good life in the end, a long life too, thanks Ron. Xxx
Architecture, pilot, storytelling, historian... I'm impressed. It's always been obvious your a man who has a plethora of knowledge. I myself have been a phlebotomist, HIV/AIDS counselor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, LMSW, retired now a writer, illustrator, wife, mother of 3, grandmother of 8 and soon to be a great grandmother. Isn't life grand!!
Still true! My Gpa had an affair while married to my Gma (several actually) anyway, one night at a bar the lady was bothering him and hanging all over him sloppy drunk. Not very gentlemanly, he gave her a good shove backwards. She lost her balance and hit her head on the corner of the bar. To make a long story short, she died from her injuries. My Gpa was a Mafia guy and owned several businesses so he was very wealthy and well known in the community. He went to jail for a few months but ended up getting pardoned by the Governor of our state. I have the actual paperwork. It’s ridiculously unfair to that poor lady but fascinating nonetheless. Just because he was family doesn’t mean I agree with it. I hope she is resting in peace….him too now.
I really enjoy hearing you telling the stories about the history on people.you make it so interesting.And I think you have a very interesting life to tell us about .Love it. Thank you so much
Always a great pleasure to watch the videos, thanks for sharing this with us!!!! Walking the cemeteries is like historie-lessons!!!!!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 RIP to the families 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Very interesting short version on Stanford White. Long story RUclips has some videos that I found fascinating. Stanford died almost penniless, he used to buy lots of merchandise and store them in a warehouse to be used as part of decor on some of his work then charge people for it. I think Evelyn's mom knew what was going on but Stanford took them from living in misery and set the mom, Evelyn and her brother very nice in comfort. Thank you for today's walk I have to catch up on other videos of yours Ron. Have a great week you and your faithful followers. RIP Evelyn Nesbit.
Just had a look , wasn't she on some international products , like cigarettes"Job" ? There is also a famous art deco picture , that looks a lot like her .
If you ever get back down to Georgia go Colemans Chapel Cemetery in Wadley, Jefferson County GA and visit the grave of Anjette Lyles. She was a restaurant owner in the 50's in Macon, Ga and poisoned 2 husbands, her mother in law and her oldest daughter.
I have only heard about this case from the perspective of Nesbit and what she went through. It was nice to hear about the Whites and how money would hold the power to manipulate so many people. It seems shocking, but then again we’ve seen examples of it in modern times as well-just not as bluntly.
Ron, If you visit Mansfield, Richland County, OH. Would you visit Mansfield Cemetery on Altamont Ave? I've been searching for my grandmother Annie Randall's grave she was Born on 2/17/1907 and died on10/7/1949. I would appreciate it and thank you in advance. I'm sorry I meant to mention I live near Holy Cross but I've never been inside. LAPD Officer is buried there, he was killed in the line of duty in 2004 and actress Nel Carter is there also. Enjoy your time here in Los Angeles. PS Ron, I just watched a RUclips video dated 2/28/2022 Visiting Gravesites with Steve. He was visiting the gravesite of Mary Wilson of the Supremes so you should be able to visit as well with your camera.
Hi Ron loved the vlog .can I put a request in as it's my birthday next Sunday I be 53 young can you wish me a happy birthday as ur one of my favourite you tuber from Margaret parker UK
Thank you for this. Stanford White was my paternal grandmother’s uncle. Her maiden name was White. This story has always intrigued me. I had no idea where he was buried. Oddly I could never get my grandmother to tell me very much about him.
I've been waiting for this a long time! I've been obsessed with this story for years! The talent of White, the beauty of Evelyn Nesbit - this story has it all! Reminder AND timer on!
@@jnolette1030Bravo! I knew right away you meant the Star Trek character-the social worker. Edith Keeler must die, because if she lives an alternate future is created and Nazi Germany will take over the world .
There was a movie about this called the girl in the red velvet swing. Also, Evelyn Nesbitt was the first Gibson girl. Thank you for showing us Mr. Whites grave and telling us the story. 😁
It is said that Evelyn Nesbit was the model used by Charles Dana Gibson in his famous illustrations of “The Gibson Girl”. Stanford White created some of the finest monuments and buildings still standing in New York. The sad part is all that people remember is his murder now. Despite his sexual weirdness ( look up the Girl in the Red Velvet Swing) he was a brilliant architect. I’m such a huge fan of your videos!!!
I loved this, Ron! Knew some of the details but it had been a while. I've seen Ragtime and there was a story on Evelyn or the era she lived in on PBS one night. I remember about the red velvet swing . This young lady was beautiful and I'm glad you mentioned about the vintage photos showing hair to be very dark, even if it wasn't, because I read she had copper tresses. She started modeling at a young age and helped the family with expenses after her father died. It seems she persevered even after all this scandal and confusion. Hate to say it but they were both a pair of creeps, even with White being a gifted architect, the husband looked as repulsive physically as he was in character.
Oh, Kathy, I'm so saddened to hear that you have vertigo. My Mom suffered with it. Sometimes she would feel deathly sick/nauseated because of the spinning sensation. Hope that you feel better soon.
Such a fascinating story! Both Stanford White and Harry K. Thaw were creepy, in different ways and took advantage of Evelyn Nesbitt. Yet we can't deny White's talent and accomplishments as an architect. Love your comment that he helped himself- geez he sure did. I couldn't believe that outrageous old photo of Thaw in prison with all the creature comforts!! This guy murders White in a crowded audience of people and gets away with it. Evelyn was really beautiful but I imagine naive and I'm glad she moved on and continued her career. I noticed she had a son Russell. She claimed he was Thaw's son, but the family didn't buy it. I loved this visit to White's elaborate gravestone and the lovely ragtime piano!! So perfect Ron, loved this!!💙
If you're interested in the story of Evelyn Nesbit, check out the book, American Eve, by Paula Uruburu. Evelyn lived in nearby Northfield New Jersey at the later part of her life. Her house is still existing. Fascinating Story. Thanks for posting.
I was obsessed with this as a Teenage years ago, Thaw has buildings in his name at the U Of Pitt, the family at least. I always remember there's always a Pittsburgh connection to that. And I still think that Evelyn was quite the Striking figure, you could understand why she captivated people and why all this happened. The Original Crime of The Century, until Summer of 94. Also have a book suggestion for you The Invention of Murder, by Judith Flanders, I think you would find it to your tastes. Bang Up Job as always Sir. Thank You and I appreciate your abilities!
Beautiful, well-kept cemetery. Thank you for this story. I love seeing the tombstones and wondering what the peoples' lives were like. What were their hopes and dreams? Did these come true for them? But back to the story, poor Evelyn being entangled with two sex offenders both of whom managed to carry on crimes because they had money. Glad she moved away and started over
Just wanted to comment on your thoughts about CA. My aunt was buried near Los Angeles. Her coffin was placed on top of another coffin. This is due to lack of space. There is no monument as it is first buried and first with a monument.
Mr Ron never does a bad video!! Fully informative, historical, accurate n interesting!! For me, personally, it was exciting to get to see n ocean!! Living in Colorado we don't have n ocean. All my life I have been surrounded by beautiful mountains. To get to see a real ocean is exciting!! It's scary not seeing what's on the other side! It's like the water drops off n there is nothing there!! Thank u for a job well done, Mr Ron!
Thank You for ALL you do bringing The Dead to come back to life God Bless you and your family Thank you what a wonderful thing you do especially The Beautiful yellow roses fixing Head stones your an honerrable soul
Thank you for another intriguing story. My favorite highlights were; learning what you knew about LA cemeteries, and hearing a "registered architect" describe Corinthian ornaments as, "clam shells, flowers and vines and such" to us average folk! You're a gem.
Very interesting story Ron and you did good job 👍 as always 😊. Loved watching this story even though it ended sad abd the guy died Mr White...by gunshot I front of crowd of ppl but he did go to jail like he should .....but crazy he got special treatment of course when you have money ......that's life for some ppl and others get no service just sit and rot unless they get out for whatever reason......geat job 👍....take care and safe travels on your way back home or other destinations .......b safe 💕
I was surprised to hear that she lived until 1967! I surely would have loved to talk to her about her roller coaster of a life. Wise woman to pick love over money, after all the drama.
Loved this Ron. TY. Excellent as always. Much Gratitude from the UK 🙏 I followed this story years ago. There's a book abour Evelyn Nesbitt by Paula Urburu. Also on you tube, there is a short snippet of Evelyn Nesbitt performing in her later years. I could put the link here with your permission? ❤️
Hey Gang!! I been pressure canning dry beans for the last 4 days!! For tonight's Video Under the Stars, on the menu: potatoe salad, hot dogs, home made baked beans, tossed green salad n for desert........baked, fresh apple crisp with fresh whipped cream topping!!! Adult drinks, soda n cowboy coffee is also available!!! Grab u a plate, load 'er up, N lets all sit around n chat until the video starts!! I'm sure Mr Ron put a lot of work into this one!! Thank u, Mr Ron!!
oh man, this sounds great. and I LOVE BAKED BEANS (old fashioned way please!!). and always love your deserts. please make sure and post this in the chat!
That all sounds real good thank you. I just came from my sis... BBQ so I will pass but you and yours enjoy. I am all set for this one super interesting story.
What an amazing story I just love History , especially all these wealthy families because we see that in those days the wealthy lived grandiose lives & we think are never had many problems, but they also were corrupt & not nice people no difference of the people of now days that are powerful but I must say I noticed right away in the photos of these two men in their eyes & faces their characters , it’s true the………Eyes are the mirror of the soul ..S White had a look in his eyes that I said to myself he looks dangerous & charismatic ! & the other had a look of a insure man who was a bit strange, that was my thoughts Ron great story more of these Ron Thanks 😊
I just love your show. I think cemeteries are very peaceful. I’d rather spend the day relaxing in a cemetery maybe with a good book more than I’d like to go to a party with a bunch of people. Seriously. And you treat everyone past and present with such respect 🌻
Rest in peace everyone. I learned about being born with a silver spoon. I also heard money talks & bs walks. (Censored myself) Stay safe Sir & everyone. I think some cemeterys are concerned about vandalism among other things.
Great job telling that convoluted story. Creepy simplified and interesting. I’m blown away by the beauty of that cemetery, the ornate trees are amazing. RIP to all involved.
Thank you for this compelling story. There is a novel by E.L. Doctorow called "Ragtime", wherein I first heard of this tale. Keep doing what you do so well!
I'm glad you made the trip. I was happy to see this. I read the book "The Girl on the Velvet Swing"...or something like that, so I was really happy to see this.
Love this video. I live in James,Ny. My husband and grandson are buried there at this gravesite. Can you let me know when this video was done. I have seen Stanford’s grave. There is a move about Sanford White, it is called The Girl In The Red Velvet Swing. I enjoyed your show. Thank You. Mrs. Vivian Cozzolino
You have so much passion for all these people you show to us all,its great to hear the stories of there life and death.I have to say in England our cemeteries are not cared for like the ones you show there.always watch yours thank-you.Beverley .
A very intriguing story about Stafford White and his family. I love those beautiful headstones. Glad you didn't forget your torch 🔦 Ron. That is a commodity tool have with you, and us cemetery historians at all times. Safe travels my friend 🙏.
Thanks alot Ron.Good story choice and musice choices as well.I really never knew about this story.That man did not deserve what he got, today he would have been beat up in prison for doing so.
I love the old photos you used of the characters in the story - especially the newspaper articles, creepy Harry in his prison cell, and of Evelyn in court!
You should do one on the Christine Jessop case from Queensville Ontario Canada. The little girl was abducted, raped and murdered in 1984 and left in a forest. The police found her body a couple of months later. For 37 years the murderer wasn't caught until just last year through DNA. The neighbour was originally convicted and charged with the crime and did prison time. The police thought he was weird so they pinned it on him. Evidently it wasn't him and the person who did do it wasn't even on their radar in 1984.
My goodness, this sounds incredibly interesting. Sad and terribly brutal but I would still love to hear the story. And of course, hearing it from Ron would make it even more interesting 🤔. Thanks for suggesting it Mark!!
So sad! Glad they found out who did it! After I found out he died before being identified and that he and his wife were friends with little Christine's parents and was never a suspect or even talked to is mind-boggling especially since he was familiar with the area her body was found! Terrible
I went to school in Queensville Ontario i lived in Newmarket & I'd remember this case very well so sad
That would be Interesting 🤔
Ron I am in your age group. I love the sound of your voice and the way you explain things so well.
I swear he could make Anything interesting. I could literally imagine him talking about the weather for hours. And I would still be on the edge of my seat listening intently 🤣💙
@@stephanieann1213 😂
Love your channel. I used to visit graveyards starting in 8th grade with my BFF. I love history and loved to read the gravestones and was quite intrigued. I too lost a daughter in 2018 to acute leukemia. I've studied Heaven..NDE etc after she passed because I was so interested in where my daughter is after she passed. You really do a great job telling interesting stories and almost taking us back in time with your great storytelling abilities. I look forward to every new video you post. Thank you for making this channel for all of us to enjoy!!
Absolutely love your channel Mr Ron. My late Mum used to take me to cemeteries in New Zealand when i was young. So i have vivid wonderful memories forever. Keep the fascinating history stories coming. Julz
This a really good story. And how you reiterate all the facts in sequence with your memory is beyond me . Keep up the great work Ron. 💜💜💜
One additional anecdote regarding Frederick Law Olmsted. He and his brother designed many residential subdivisions around the turn of the century. One such is called The Gardens, located on the north end of Pecks beach which is now Ocean City New Jersey. The Olmsted brothers aversion to straight or parallel lines today causes difficulty among the design professionals during routine survey work in the neighborhood. As an architect myself, I have received sealed surveys with parts of the property labeled " indeterminate" or "area in question". Thank you Fred Olmsted.
Nice job with Central Park, though.
What a story!!! The ladies & gents were so handsome them, and I’ve always loved their style of dressing back then. A beautiful Cemetery too. Each one of your stories are SO very interesting also. Keep up the fantastic work Ron.. you’re great at telling these wonderful old stories! TY so much for all you do for us!!! RIP Whites! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Places to go to avoid legal responsibility:
1922 =insane asylum
2022 = rehab
indeed!
True 💔
This story is so interesting. I'm glad you did a video on it. This cemetery is beautiful how they have it all set up, and the gravestones are so cool to look at. RIP to the White family... Stay safe out there Ron.🙂💟
Always thought you had a wonderful voice for narration Ron and now we know you sing like an Angel as well! lol Great job all around! Thanks for another good one.
Ron thank you for being such an inspiration. I have noticed many times after watching an episode I feel uplifted and wanting to be productive and creative. 👍
Liked the walk with you and this famous story. Pretty heady times in the last half of 19th century. Titans of industry ran rough shod over society.
Say Ron, if you’re ever in New England, you can visit the site of the Deerfield Massacre in Deerfield, MA. Occurred on Leap Day Feb. 29, 1704. Native raid on settlement with 56 dead and 60 taken captive to Montreal. Dead were buried in a mass grave in the old cemetary. Museum has a door with hatchet marks still in it. Story can be found on Wikipedia under “Raid on Deerfield”.
Hi Ron, that’s a really beautiful Cemetery, so well kept, money talks doesn’t it Ron, he had a great life in prison. I’m glad that Evelyn had a good life in the end, a long life too, thanks Ron. Xxx
Architecture, pilot, storytelling, historian... I'm impressed. It's always been obvious your a man who has a plethora of knowledge. I myself have been a phlebotomist, HIV/AIDS counselor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, LMSW, retired now a writer, illustrator, wife, mother of 3, grandmother of 8 and soon to be a great grandmother. Isn't life grand!!
Love following you on your walks each one draws me in more appreciate the work you put to everything you bring to us. Thank you.
Those b/w photos of everyone is haunting to me. Hair combed straight back w/goatee, just like today. A+ They are all looking right at the camera.
As history shows us, the privileged, wealthy, and entitled in this world more often than not get away with their crimes.
Still true! My Gpa had an affair while married to my Gma (several actually) anyway, one night at a bar the lady was bothering him and hanging all over him sloppy drunk. Not very gentlemanly, he gave her a good shove backwards. She lost her balance and hit her head on the corner of the bar. To make a long story short, she died from her injuries. My Gpa was a Mafia guy and owned several businesses so he was very wealthy and well known in the community. He went to jail for a few months but ended up getting pardoned by the Governor of our state. I have the actual paperwork. It’s ridiculously unfair to that poor lady but fascinating nonetheless. Just because he was family doesn’t mean I agree with it. I hope she is resting in peace….him too now.
YES, 2 Tier system 🔥
I really enjoy hearing you telling the stories about the history on people.you make it so interesting.And I think you have a very interesting life to tell us about .Love it. Thank you so much
Ron, great story and thanks for sharing. Have a great week.
Always a great pleasure to watch the videos, thanks for sharing this with us!!!!
Walking the cemeteries is like historie-lessons!!!!!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
RIP to the families 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I really enjoyed the storytelling here
God bless and safe travels
ANOTHER GOOD WALK RON THANKS FOR THE HISTORY 😊
New subscriber. Awesome video Ron. Love the content!
awesome!!!! welcome to the Gang Brian.
I loved your rendition singing like the female angels 😇😄
lol
Thanks Ron that was a great story.
Very interesting short version on Stanford White. Long story RUclips has some videos that I found fascinating. Stanford died almost penniless, he used to buy lots of merchandise and store them in a warehouse to be used as part of decor on some of his work then charge people for it. I think Evelyn's mom knew what was going on but Stanford took them from living in misery and set the mom, Evelyn and her brother very nice in comfort. Thank you for today's walk I have to catch up on other videos of yours Ron. Have a great week you and your faithful followers. RIP Evelyn Nesbit.
Just had a look , wasn't she on some international products , like cigarettes"Job" ? There is also a famous art deco picture , that looks a lot like her .
The revolver Harry K. Thaw used to shoot Stanford White was solid 24k gold.
If you ever get back down to Georgia go Colemans Chapel Cemetery in Wadley, Jefferson County GA and visit the grave of Anjette Lyles. She was a restaurant owner in the 50's in Macon, Ga and poisoned 2 husbands, her mother in law and her oldest daughter.
Great Story Ron
Very interesting and thanks for braving New York traffic. I dread city traffic.😵
Your falsetto at 12:35 had me laughing. Crazy Ron!
Like I was saying, Steve Perry I am NOT! Lol
I have only heard about this case from the perspective of Nesbit and what she went through. It was nice to hear about the Whites and how money would hold the power to manipulate so many people. It seems shocking, but then again we’ve seen examples of it in modern times as well-just not as bluntly.
Yeah Ron, here in the UK we use the expression " born with a silver spoon in his/her mouth" having the same meaning as in the USA
Ron, If you visit Mansfield, Richland County, OH. Would you visit Mansfield Cemetery on Altamont Ave? I've been searching for my grandmother Annie Randall's grave she was Born on 2/17/1907 and died on10/7/1949. I would appreciate it and thank you in advance. I'm sorry I meant to mention I live near Holy Cross but I've never been inside. LAPD Officer is buried there, he was killed in the line of duty in 2004 and actress Nel Carter is there also. Enjoy your time here in Los Angeles. PS Ron, I just watched a RUclips video dated 2/28/2022 Visiting Gravesites with Steve. He was visiting the gravesite of Mary Wilson of the Supremes so you should be able to visit as well with your camera.
Your singing was a highlight, lol. Great video as always.
that was pretty bad!! I won’t have to worry about quitting this gig.
Hi Ron loved the vlog .can I put a request in as it's my birthday next Sunday I be 53 young can you wish me a happy birthday as ur one of my favourite you tuber from Margaret parker UK
Love this🤗
Sad but interesting story, and a nice walk. REST IN PEACE Stanford White. Yeah Ron!! GO JAYHAWKS! Signed, Greg the egg.
big night tonight!
Please sing to us again about Mr. White…how did that go!? 🤣😂
lol.
I am no Steve Perry!
Aww my son is an architect!
That was a nice song frm u🙂
lol
To this day its still about the money. We have two tiered system one for the rich and one for the rest of us. The rich get favoritsm
That tall stone reminds me of a man who’s masculinity is challenged
lol--indeed.
Thank you for this. Stanford White was my paternal grandmother’s uncle. Her maiden name was White. This story has always intrigued me. I had no idea where he was buried. Oddly I could never get my grandmother to tell me very much about him.
Harry K. Thaw was my father’s great uncle
I’m
I can see the resemblance with you and him 😮
Read The Architect of Desire. The great granddaughter explains this.
I've been waiting for this a long time! I've been obsessed with this story for years! The talent of White, the beauty of Evelyn Nesbit - this story has it all! Reminder AND timer on!
this is for you!
@@FacesoftheForgotten ❤️💘👏, you are so sweet! 🍬🍭
The movie Ragtime shows the murder at the garden, great movie
@@mollymadison3825 The irony of this story is Stanford White designed Madison Square Garden (the same place where he was killed)!
A 1955 movie"The Girl In The Red Velvet Swing'with Joan Collins,Ray Milland and Farley Granger is based on the White/Nesbitt/Thaw story.
She will always be Edith Keeler to me
@@jnolette1030Bravo! I knew right away you meant the Star Trek character-the social worker. Edith Keeler must die, because if she lives an alternate future is created and Nazi Germany will take over the world .
There was a movie about this called the girl in the red velvet swing. Also, Evelyn Nesbitt was the first Gibson girl. Thank you for showing us Mr. Whites grave and telling us the story. 😁
Ragtime
Evelyn Nesbitt was beautiful
It is said that Evelyn Nesbit was the model used by Charles Dana Gibson in his famous illustrations of “The Gibson Girl”. Stanford White created some of the finest monuments and buildings still standing in New York. The sad part is all that people remember is his murder now. Despite his sexual weirdness ( look up the Girl in the Red Velvet Swing) he was a brilliant architect. I’m such a huge fan of your videos!!!
Money doesn't make people happy, sane, right or of high repute. Criminals and perverts abound in the rich.
I loved this, Ron! Knew some of the details but it had been a while. I've seen Ragtime and there was a story on Evelyn or the era she lived in on PBS one night. I remember about the red velvet swing . This young lady was beautiful and I'm glad you mentioned about the vintage photos showing hair to be very dark, even if it wasn't, because I read she had copper tresses. She started modeling at a young age and helped the family with expenses after her father died. It seems she persevered even after all this scandal and confusion. Hate to say it but they were both a pair of creeps, even with White being a gifted architect, the husband looked as repulsive physically as he was in character.
Can't wait for this story!! So glad I found this channel. Been binge watching all day.
be careful!! lol
They had a portrayal of Stanford White on The Gilded Age. Great show, love that time period
Looking forward to this. I'm in the emergency department with vertigo. Waiting for the doctor. Glad you are all here with me.
Hope you feel better 💛
Oh, Kathy, I'm so saddened to hear that you have vertigo. My Mom suffered with it. Sometimes she would feel deathly sick/nauseated because of the spinning sensation. Hope that you feel better soon.
I hate vertigo!! Get better!
Oh vertigo is the worst get well soon
Ugh…vertigo. Have them do an auto immune blood test
Such a fascinating story! Both Stanford White and Harry K. Thaw were creepy, in different ways and took advantage of Evelyn Nesbitt. Yet we can't deny White's talent and accomplishments as an architect. Love your comment that he helped himself- geez he sure did. I couldn't believe that outrageous old photo of Thaw in prison with all the creature comforts!! This guy murders White in a crowded audience of people and gets away with it. Evelyn was really beautiful but I imagine naive and I'm glad she moved on and continued her career. I noticed she had a son Russell. She claimed he was Thaw's son, but the family didn't buy it. I loved this visit to White's elaborate gravestone and the lovely ragtime piano!! So perfect Ron, loved this!!💙
I loved the 🎶 music too :) great choice.
Can’t wait! I’ve always been fascinated by this interesting story. Looking forward to joining you and The Gang this evening, Ron!
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Good morning!
Good morning down under ..my dad was there during WWII he said he never met such nice people!!
If you're interested in the story of Evelyn Nesbit, check out the book, American Eve, by Paula Uruburu. Evelyn lived in nearby Northfield New Jersey at the later part of her life. Her house is still existing. Fascinating Story. Thanks for posting.
I have that book! It's well worth reading!
This is a fun story to listen to, love hanging out with Scoby doo and the gang you are our Freddie ❤️💕❤️
I was obsessed with this as a Teenage years ago, Thaw has buildings in his name at the U Of Pitt, the family at least. I always remember there's always a Pittsburgh connection to that. And I still think that Evelyn was quite the Striking figure, you could understand why she captivated people and why all this happened. The Original Crime of The Century, until Summer of 94. Also have a book suggestion for you The Invention of Murder, by Judith Flanders, I think you would find it to your tastes. Bang Up Job as always Sir. Thank You and I appreciate your abilities!
Beautiful, well-kept cemetery. Thank you for this story. I love seeing the tombstones and wondering what the peoples' lives were like. What were their hopes and dreams? Did these come true for them? But back to the story, poor Evelyn being entangled with two sex offenders both of whom managed to carry on crimes because they had money. Glad she moved away and started over
Just wanted to comment on your thoughts about CA. My aunt was buried near Los Angeles. Her coffin was placed on top of another coffin. This is due to lack of space. There is no monument as it is first buried and first with a monument.
Mr Ron never does a bad video!! Fully informative, historical, accurate n interesting!! For me, personally, it was exciting to get to see n ocean!! Living in Colorado we don't have n ocean. All my life I have been surrounded by beautiful mountains. To get to see a real ocean is exciting!! It's scary not seeing what's on the other side! It's like the water drops off n there is nothing there!! Thank u for a job well done, Mr Ron!
4 h du matin pour moi ! je vais monté le son 🛎
Thank You for ALL you do bringing The Dead to come back to life God Bless you and your family Thank you what a wonderful thing you do especially The Beautiful yellow roses fixing Head stones your an honerrable soul
Thank you for another intriguing story. My favorite highlights were; learning what you knew about LA cemeteries, and hearing a "registered architect" describe Corinthian ornaments as, "clam shells, flowers and vines and such" to us average folk! You're a gem.
Very interesting story Ron and you did good job 👍 as always 😊. Loved watching this story even though it ended sad abd the guy died Mr White...by gunshot I front of crowd of ppl but he did go to jail like he should .....but crazy he got special treatment of course when you have money ......that's life for some ppl and others get no service just sit and rot unless they get out for whatever reason......geat job 👍....take care and safe travels on your way back home or other destinations .......b safe 💕
Great story telling as usual, didn’t know about this story but really was crazy creepy.
I was surprised to hear that she lived until 1967! I surely would have loved to talk to her about her roller coaster of a life. Wise woman to pick love over money, after all the drama.
2am here in UK and I'm going to stay awake and enjoy this!💜🇬🇧
Good call !! Enjoy
Loved this Ron. TY. Excellent as always. Much Gratitude from the UK 🙏
I followed this story years ago. There's a book abour Evelyn Nesbitt by Paula Urburu. Also on you tube, there is a short snippet of Evelyn Nesbitt performing in her later years. I could put the link here with your permission? ❤️
I have been reading about this story! Cant wait til tonight
Wow, Evelyn was a beautiful lady. Great video Ron, thanks and God bless you.
Thanku so much for the story 💓 💖!!
U always have and convey such interesting stories!! I absolutely love HISTORY!
Hey Gang!! I been pressure canning dry beans for the last 4 days!! For tonight's Video Under the Stars, on the menu: potatoe salad, hot dogs, home made baked beans, tossed green salad n for desert........baked, fresh apple crisp with fresh whipped cream topping!!! Adult drinks, soda n cowboy coffee is also available!!! Grab u a plate, load 'er up, N lets all sit around n chat until the video starts!! I'm sure Mr Ron put a lot of work into this one!! Thank u, Mr Ron!!
oh man, this sounds great. and I LOVE BAKED BEANS (old fashioned way please!!).
and always love your deserts. please make sure and post this in the chat!
That all sounds real good thank you. I just came from my sis... BBQ so I will pass but you and yours enjoy. I am all set for this one super interesting story.
Sounds yummy 😋 🤤
I know I am really hungry now and I had a dinner not to long ago 😅
What is cowboy coffee? Grounds in the bottom ?😯
Have the reminder set
What an amazing story I just love History , especially all these wealthy families because we see that in those days the wealthy lived grandiose lives & we think are never had many problems, but they also were corrupt & not nice people no difference of the people of now days that are powerful but I must say I noticed right away in the photos of these two men in their eyes & faces their characters , it’s true the………Eyes are the mirror of the soul ..S White had a look in his eyes that I said to myself he looks dangerous & charismatic ! & the other had a look of a insure man who was a bit strange, that was my thoughts Ron great story more of these Ron Thanks 😊
That’s a really pretty cemetery. And the story! Thanks Ron!
Have heard the story before, but not with such detail. Well done Ron!
I just love your show. I think cemeteries are very peaceful. I’d rather spend the day relaxing in a cemetery maybe with a good book more than I’d like to go to a party with a bunch of people. Seriously. And you treat everyone past and present with such respect 🌻
Rest in peace everyone. I learned about being born with a silver spoon. I also heard money talks & bs walks. (Censored myself) Stay safe Sir & everyone. I think some cemeterys are concerned about vandalism among other things.
Fascinating story! I recall how this incident was depicted in the movie "Ragtime." (Great film!)
Reminder set. 👍
Reminder On
Thanks for sharing a very interesting story, as always you do!!!🥰🙏🏻👋🏻
Every Sunday expecting what new story will come up!!!🙂
Thank you for joining us Nancy 🙂
I’ve always been drawn to Evelyn Nesbit and her story. So it is even more interesting to see it from the side of the men who took advantage of her.
Great job telling that convoluted story. Creepy simplified and interesting. I’m blown away by the beauty of that cemetery, the ornate trees are amazing. RIP to all involved.
Thank you for this compelling story. There is a novel by E.L. Doctorow called "Ragtime", wherein I first heard of this tale. Keep doing what you do so well!
I'm glad you made the trip. I was happy to see this. I read the book "The Girl on the Velvet Swing"...or something like that, so I was really happy to see this.
Another great story. Thanks for all you do. Love the channel.
Thank you for joining us and enjoy it!
You Are A Legend Ron 100%Thanku from New Zealand 🇳🇿 👏
Yes we all totally agree 💯%glad you enjoy Ron's work
Love this video. I live in James,Ny. My husband and grandson are buried there at this gravesite. Can you let me know when this video was done. I have seen Stanford’s grave. There is a move about Sanford White, it is called The Girl In The Red Velvet Swing. I enjoyed your show. Thank You. Mrs. Vivian Cozzolino
this was shot in spring this year.
Another great story Ron. Thanks for all you do.
We are so glad you liked it 😊
You have so much passion for all these people you show to us all,its great to hear the stories of there life and death.I have to say in England our cemeteries are not cared for like the ones you show there.always watch yours thank-you.Beverley .
Makes you wonder how much of a part her mother had in this. And it breaks my heart to even think this!
A very intriguing story about Stafford White and his family. I love those beautiful headstones. Glad you didn't forget your torch 🔦 Ron. That is a commodity tool have with you, and us cemetery historians at all times. Safe travels my friend 🙏.
Thank you Ron for this video
Thanks alot Ron.Good story choice and musice choices as well.I really never knew about this story.That man did not deserve what he got, today he would have been beat up in prison for doing so.