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A Most Mysterious Affair: The 1887 Death of Belle Merrick Albaugh

An ai generated image of a revolver and note on a table in an 1880s bed chamber, 2026. (Source: Google Flow)

Four weeks after her wedding, young Belle Merrick Albaugh was fatally shot. Was it suicide or murder? Content warning: This post contains references to suicide. If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, there are ways to get help. Click here for resources to findContinue reading “A Most Mysterious Affair: The 1887 Death of Belle Merrick Albaugh”