Jane Simon Ammeson Livres

A wonderful diversity of flavors has defined Northwest Indiana as a dining destination from its earliest days to the present. So great was the demand for frogs legs that the venerable Vogel's raised its own at a small lake nearby. Indiana-style, crisped-edged hamburgers at Miner-Dunn and Schoops survived the onslaught of fast-food chains. Ammeson leads a tasty tour of historic Region restaurants, some still serving but others almost lost to memory.--Adapted from back cover.

Focusing on the historic development of St. Joseph County, Michigan, this book explores the charm of River Country, known for its quaint small towns and one of the largest Amish populations in the state. Readers will discover the area's rich architectural heritage, featuring styles from the 1800s such as Italianate, Greek Revival, and Colonial. The narrative delves into the local businesses, notable personalities, and community activities that have shaped the region's unique character, highlighting its significance on both state and national registers.

Perfect for true crime fans fascinated by the creation of a sociopathic serial killer, America's Femme Fatale will leave you entertained and looking over your shoulder.

The narrative explores Abraham Lincoln's extensive travels throughout his life, highlighting key locations from his childhood in Kentucky to his legal career in Illinois and his presidency in the Oval Office. It showcases the remarkable places he visited, reflecting on how these experiences shaped his character and leadership.

Even the most sensational and scandalous crimes can disappear into history, the spine-chilling tales forgotten by subsequent generations. Murders that Made Headlines reveals some of these extraordinary but forgotten true events that captured the public_s attention in the course of the last 200 years. Jane Simon Ammeson recounts the astonishing and sometimes bizarre stories of arsenic murders, Ponzi schemes, prison escapes, perjury, and other shocking crimes that took place in the Hoosier state. When we think of bygone eras, we often imagine genteel women, respectable men, simpler times, mannerly interactions, and intimate acquaintances, but Murders that Made Headlines reveals the notorious true crimes lurking in our history.

Set against the backdrop of the Roaring Twenties, the story follows Nettie Herskovitz, a wealthy widow, and her tumultuous marriage to young bootlegger Harry Diamond. Initially resistant to his charm, Nettie finds herself wed with a child, only to become a victim of Diamond's violent nature when he shoots her on Valentine's Day 1923. Despite her mortal wounds, Nettie manages to identify her attacker and alter her will, leading to a sensational murder case filled with scandal, intrigue, and legal drama that captivates the public.

Minnie Wallace Walkup Ketcham is a beautiful yet cunning woman who resorts to murder to escape her bothersome wealthy lover and secure his fortune. As she navigates her life of luxury, she leaves behind a path of broken hearts, empty wallets, and even corpses. This darkly humorous tale explores themes of greed, manipulation, and the lengths one might go to achieve financial independence.

Exploring the chilling intersection of history and the supernatural, this collection reveals ghostly tales linked to the Underground Railroad in the Midwest. It recounts haunting stories of those who perished during their escape from slavery, such as a lost toddler searching for his mother and the tragic fate of slaves trapped in a fire at Hannah House. Alongside these eerie encounters, the book also shares remarkable true accounts of daring escapes, offering a captivating look at this dark chapter in American history.