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St. Francis Dam, Philly the Dog, Suicide Table
St. Francis Dam, Philly the Dog, Suicide Table
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Length:
43 minutes
Released:
Apr 20, 2023
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Podcast episode
Description
Housed in the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society is a chunk of cement and nails that played a role in one of the deadliest disasters in California History. The Philadelphia History Center is home to a taxidermied dog that displayed death-defying courage in the trenches of World War I. And at the 1875 Delta Saloon in Virginia City Nevada is an artifact that strikes fear in the hearts of many. It is said that this gaming table brought about the demise of the men who once owned it.For even more Mysteries at the Museum, head to discovery+. Go to discoveryplus.com/mystery to start your 7-day free trial today. Terms apply.
Released:
Apr 20, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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