The Sacrifice of Lucinda Mills: A Kentucky Family's Descent Into Madness
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Join us this week as we tell a chilling story from Martin County, Kentucky. This episode recounts the harrowing events of January 9, 1933, when the quiet community of Tomahawk was rocked by a gruesome discovery. The lifeless body of a 72-year-old woman was found in her mountain cabin, the victim of a bizarre ritual led by her own son, John H. Mills. The story unfolds with details of religious hysteria, frenzied rituals, and the tragic consequences of blind faith and the subsequent trial that shocked the nation.   Listen to the Stories podcast on Spreaker, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to subscribe for more Stories of Appalachia.   You can also support our storytelling journey and access exclusive content by becoming a patron here:   https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stories-of-appalachia--5553692/support   Thank you for listening and for sharing our stories with your friends!
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