Friends Who Crime

Ep. 33: The Furnace Girl

Get ready to sizzle with our spookiest yet sassiest episode so far! Brynn is joined by true crime fan Spooky Kim to unravel the case of Elfrieda Knaak – a 1928 mystery that’s equal parts gruesome and bizarre. We’ll dig into how this Sunday-school teacher ended up burned beyond recognition in a village hall furnace, while spouting wild “spirit love” theories that had reporters and police raising eyebrows. Toss in a 1920s love triangle, her married instructor-cum-police officer and his jealous admirer—and it’s a recipe for suspicion (and maybe a few ghost sightings). Prepare for laughter and goosebumps as we blur the line between murder, suicide, and supernatural mischief in this totally unpredictable tale.
 
Sources
Flowers, Ashley, and Brit Prawat. “Mysterious Death of: Elfrieda Knaak.” Crime Junkie, 21 Oct. 2024.
Potash, Larry. “Death of Elfrieda Knaak still haunts Lake Bluff residents, 90 years later.” WGN-TV, 7 Feb. 2019.
Potash, Larry. “Death of the ‘Furnace Girl’ Elfrieda Knaak.” Backstory with Larry Potash, 7 Feb. 2019.
Moreland, Kraig W., and Toby Jones. The Furnace Girl: The Mysterious Case of Elfrieda Knaak. Across the Lake Publishing Company, 2018.
Franklin, Shaffer. “The Girl in the Furnace.” The Forest Scout, 29 Oct. 2018.
Grossman, Ron. “Who really killed Elfrieda Knaak?” Chicago Tribune, 27 Nov. 2016.
Radin, Edward. “Mystery of the flaming beauty.” Tampa Bay Times, 13 Mar. 1949.
Lake Bluff History Museum. “Suicide or murder: The death of Elfrieda Knaak.” YouTube, 2018.
Associated Press. “Woman near death from self-inflicted burns to prove faith in spirit love.” Taylorville Daily Breeze-Courier, 31 Oct. 1928.
Associated Press. “Self torture by fire, woman’s idea of faith.” Sterling Standard, 31 Oct. 1928.
Associated Press. “Woman near death in fire ritual case.” Rock Island Argus, 1 Nov. 1928.
Associated Press. “Secret of girl’s self inflicted torture mystery.” Alton Evening Telegraph, 2 Nov. 1928.
International News Service. “Hitchcock tells of power over burning victim.” Waukegan News-Sun, 31 Oct. 1928.
International News Service. “Army deserter confesses to furnace death.” Belleville News-Democrat, 29 Nov. 1928.
International News Service. “No faith in man’s story.” Belleville News-Democrat, 30 Nov. 1928.
International News Service. “Murderer of teacher tried to end lie.” Belleville News-Democrat, 7 Dec. 1928.
United Press. “Girl burns in furnace.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 31 Oct. 1928.
United Press. “Case still is puzzle.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 1 Nov. 1928.
United Press. “Knaak girl fails to shed light on furnace case.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 2 Nov. 1928.
United Press. “Will examine brain of dead tortured girl.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 6 Nov. 1928.
United Press. “Girl’s story told today.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 10 Nov. 1928.
United Press. “Suicide says jury verdict in Knaak case.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 12 Nov. 1928.
United Press. “Think case was murder.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 5 Nov. 1928.
United Press. “Police chief at Lake Bluff is discharged.” Daily Chronicle (DeKalb, Ill.), 28 Nov. 1928.
United Press. “Girl attempts to kill herself by jumping in fire.” Belleville News-Democrat, 16 Feb. 1929.
United Press. “Hitchcock of ‘furnace’ fame is arrested.” Belleville News-Democrat, 14 Aug. 1929.
United Press. “Knaak case is reopened for investigation.” Belleville News-Democrat, 15 Aug. 1929.
“Ex-coed is near death; quiz film actor cop.” Chicago Tribune, 31 Oct. 1928.
“Girl burned in Lake Bluff furnace dies.” Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 1928.
“Burned girl held victim of self hypnosis.” Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 1928.
“Family refuses to believe Miss Knaak tortured self.” Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 1928.
“Mystery clings to furnace case after girl dies.” Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 1928.
“Relatives start own inquiry of furnace death.” Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 1928.
“Crowds fail to get glimpse of death furnace.” Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 1928.
“Put burned girl in death trance, mystic asserts.” Chicago Tribune, 7 Nov. 1928.
“Details of affairs are shrouded in mystery.” Waukegan News-Sun, 30 Oct. 1928.
“Girl, dying, takes all blame.” Waukegan News-Sun, 31 Oct. 1928.
“Steadfast in a dying refusal to name mate.” Waukegan News-Sun, 1 Nov. 1928.
“Suicide is held to be illogical solution.” Waukegan News-Sun, 2 Nov. 1928.
“Physicians think girl inflicted own burns.” Waukegan News-Sun, 3 Nov. 1928.
“Knaak case solution is sought by state.” Waukegan News-Sun, 5 Nov. 1928.
“Probe new clue in Knaak case at Lake Bluff.” Waukegan News-Sun, 6 Nov. 1928.
“Thirty called to testify in Knaak inquest Sat.” Waukegan News-Sun, 8 Nov. 1928.
“Witnesses may throw light on tragedy.” Waukegan News-Sun, 9 Nov. 1928.
“Knaak case inquest is being held here today.” Waukegan News-Sun, 10 Nov. 1928.
“Continue probe of Knaak case despite verdict.” Waukegan News-Sun, 12 Nov. 1928.
“Spiritual link found in fire torture death.” Waukegan News-Sun, 13 Nov. 1928.
Hoffman, Gene. “Proves faith in psychic sweetheart.” Mattoon Journal Gazette, 31 Oct. 1928.
Quinby, Ione. “Murder, and a woman implicated, avers girl writer in attempt at solution of furnace mystery.” Belleville News-Democrat, 19 Nov. 1928.
Quinby, Ione. “Citing evidence, girl improves her theory in furnace mystery.” Belleville News-Democrat, 20 Nov. 1928.
Quinby, Ione. “Girl reporter reviews events in Knaak case to uphold her theory.” Belleville News-Democrat, 21 Nov. 1928.
Quinby, Ione. “Hypnotism, suicide theories rejected.” Belleville News-Democrat, 22 Nov. 1928.
Quinby, Ione. “Girl investigator gives her solution of furnace mystery.” Belleville News-Democrat, 23 Nov. 1928.
“Another clew linked with murder case.” Belleville News-Democrat, 6 Nov. 1928.
“Army deserter confesses to furnace death.” Belleville News-Democrat, 29 Nov. 1928.
“No faith in man’s story.” Belleville News-Democrat, 30 Nov. 1928.
“Murderer of teacher tried to end lie.” Belleville News-Democrat, 7 Dec. 1928.
“Confession repudiated by suspect.” Lake County Register (Libertyville, Ill.), 12 Dec. 1928.
“Think M’Veagh insanity faked.” Lake County Register (Libertyville, Ill.), 12 Dec. 1928.
“Miss Knaak’s moods shown.” Lake County Register (Libertyville, Ill.), 12 Dec. 1928.
“Elfrieda tells of dual career.” Lake County Register (Libertyville, Ill.), 12 Dec. 1928.
“Details of affairs are shrouded in mystery.” Waukegan News-Sun, 30 Oct. 1928.
Daily Illini. “Mystery of Knaak death is unsolved; strange letter sent.” 8 Nov. 1928.
Chicago Daily News. “The weird case of Elfrieda Knaak.” 25 Nov. 1944.

Ep. 32: The Balloon Boy Hoax

This is a CRAZY story. One of the first hoaxes to go absolutely viral. How did a little boy end up floating into the sky in a flying saucer? Well, he didn't. The Balloon Boy hoax has everything you want in a hoax story. And it's still true crime indeed! 
 
Sources
“All That’s Interesting. The Balloon Boy Hoax And The True Story Behind It.” All That’s Interesting, 2019, https://allthatsinteresting.com/balloon-boy.
“Balloon boy hoax.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balloon_boy_hoax.
“Balloon Boy’s Parents to Plead Guilty to Lying, FAA Investigating.” ABC News, 13 Nov. 2009, https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/balloon-boy-parents-plead-guilty-faa-investigating/story?id=9073090.
“Both balloon boy parents sentenced to jail time for hoax.” The Christian Science Monitor, 23 Dec. 2009, https://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Justice/2009/1223/Both-balloon-boy-parents-sentenced-to-jail-time-for-hoax.
“Couple behind 2009 'balloon boy' hoax in US granted pardons.” The Guardian, 24 Dec. 2020, https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/dec/24/couple-behind-2009-balloon-boy-hoax-in-us-granted-pardons.
“’Balloon Boy’ parents sentenced in Colorado.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 23 Dec. 2009, https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/december-23/balloon-boy-parents-sentenced-in-colorado.
“Parents convicted in 2009 'balloon boy' hoax pardoned.” AP News, The Associated Press, 23 Dec. 2020, https://apnews.com/article/us-news-colorado-denver-fa2071fb9e5a32a668654919bc729eda.
“Remembering the Balloon Boy Hoax That ‘Riveted the Nation’ and Ended in Controversy.” Oxygen True Crime, NBCUniversal, 11 Oct. 2019, https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/balloon-boy-hoax-heene-family-what-to-know.
SFGate/AP. “Balloon boy’s parents sentenced: Both jail time.” SFGate, 23 Dec. 2009, https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Balloon-boy-s-parents-sentenced-Both-jail-time-3277601.php.
“The Balloon Boy Hoax—Solved!” 5280 Magazine, 13 Oct. 2009, https://5280.com/the-balloon-boy-hoax-solved.
Time Staff. “The True Story Behind Trainwreck: Balloon Boy.” Time, 29 Aug. 2024, https://time.com/7302213/trainwreck-balloon-boy-netflix/.
Trull, Armando. “’Balloon Boy’ Family Denies Alleged Hoax, Says They’ve Been Misunderstood for 10 Years.” People, 16 Oct. 2019, https://people.com/balloon-boy-hoax-not-the-whole-story-family-says-maintain-innocence-in-florida-exclusive-11772382

Ep. 31: Cari Farver

I’m joined by Isa to dive into the shocking disappearance of Cari Farver. What started as a simple dating triangle exploded into years of stalking, tens of thousands of harassing messages, arson, and a murder with no body ever found. Together, Isa and I break down how Shanna “Liz” Golyar spun a web of lies so twisted it took digital forensics and years of detective work to unravel. From the first red flags to the jaw-dropping courtroom finale, this episode is a wild ride through obsession, deception, and justice.
 
Here are the sources used to research this episode of Friends Who Crime:
“48 Hours: What Happened to Cari Farver?” CBS News, 20 Apr. 2019, www.cbsnews.com/news/what-happened-to-cari-farver-48-hours/.
Associated Press. “Nebraska Woman Sentenced to Life in Prison for Killing Love Rival.” ABC News, 15 Aug. 2017, abcnews.go.com/US/nebraska-woman-sentenced-life-prison-killing-love-rival/story?id=49222134.
Haag, Matthew. “She Vanished. He Texted. For Three Years, a Stalker Tormented Him in Her Name.” The New York Times, 19 Dec. 2016, www.nytimes.com/2016/12/19/us/shanna-golyar-cari-farver.html.
Keating, Dan. “Inside the Bizarre Disappearance of Cari Farver.” People Magazine, 20 Apr. 2019, people.com/crime/cari-farver-bizarre-disappearance-shanna-golyar/.
Panella, Chris. “How a Woman Pretended to Be Her Boyfriend’s Ex for 3 Years, Sending Him 50,000 Texts and 15,000 Emails.” Business Insider, 18 Jan. 2023, www.businessinsider.com/true-crime-lover-stalker-killer-netflix-case-2023-1.
Supreme Court of Nebraska. State of Nebraska v. Shanna L. Golyar. 300 Neb. 213, 912 N.W.2d 890. 27 Apr. 2018. Nebraska Judicial Branch, www.nebraska.gov/apps-courts-epub/public/viewOpinion?docId=N00006309PUB.
Lover, Stalker, Killer. Directed by Sam Hobkinson, Netflix, 2023.
If you want to dive deeper into this case, I highly recommend checking out the Netflix documentary Lover, Stalker, Killer. They go into even more detail about the investigation, trial, and the wild digital evidence that cracked the case.

Ep. 30: Boulder Jane Doe

This week, Maggie & I chat about the case of Boulder Jane Doe- a mystery that remained unsolved for years until a chance happening knocks it wide open again. It's a truly amazing journey. Boulder Jane Doe AKA Dorothy Gay Howard. Give this true crime podcast a listen! 
Show Notes
The Hulu documentary is "Web of Death" Episode 2. Enjoy :)
Follow the pod on instagram! @friendswhocrime 
Sources
"After 55 Years, Boulder Jane Doe's Story Is Finally Solved... " Reddit, www.reddit.com/r/gratefuldoe/comments/1bo11sh/after_55_years_boulder_jane_does_story_is_finally/.
"Boulder Jane Doe: How a 1954 Jane Doe Helped Solve Other Missing Persons Cases." Reddit, www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/173d85v/boulder_jane_doe_how_a_1954_jane_doe_helped_solve/.
Colorado Public Radio Staff. "Boulder's 'Jane Doe' Identified." Colorado Public Radio, www.cpr.org/show-segment/boulders-jane-doe-identified/.
"Did 'Lonely Hearts Killer' Harvey Glatman Murder Dorothy Gay Howard?" 5280 Magazine, www.5280.com/did-lonely-hearts-killer-harvey-glatman-murder-dorothy-gay-howard/.
"Glamor Girl Slayer." LASDRetired.org, lasdretired.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Glamor-Girl-Slayer.pdf.
Pettem, Silvia. "Silvia Pettem." Boulder Reporting Lab, boulderreportinglab.org/author/silvia-pettem/.
"Sleuthing for Jane Doe." The Coloradan, University of Colorado Boulder, www.colorado.edu/coloradan/2010/09/01/sleuthing-jane-doe.
"The Grave of Dorothy 'Dot' Gay Howard (March 26th, 1936, to April 1954), Previously a Jane Doe Identified Through the Use of DNA in 2009." Reddit, www.reddit.com/r/CemeteryPorn/comments/17jbxrl/the_grave_of_dorothy_dot_gay_howard_march_26th/.
Walton, Richard H. "Boulder Jane Doe." CBDIAI, cbdiai.org/uploads/1/2/4/0/124025868/boulder_jane_doe.pdf. 

Ep. 29: Texas Cryptids

This week on Friends Who Crime, I'm taking a break from human-related mayhem to dive into the truly bizarre and wild world of cryptids. I'm joined by my fantastic guest, Devon, as we explore some of the weirdest and wildest legends right here in the Lone Star State, with a special focus on the Austin area. We'll be talking about everything from the spectral Hairy Man of Round Rock and the tragic tale of the Texas Goatman to the elusive and possibly returning Jaguarundi. These aren't just spooky stories; they're woven into the history and landscape of Texas, reflecting its fears, its tragedies, and its enduring fascination with the unknown. So grab a drink, get cozy, and join us for a journey into the dark corners of Texas folklore.
Info on the Hairy Man Festival can be found here: https://www.bcmud.org/hairyman
Info on the Lake Worth Monster Bash can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/LakeWorthMonsterBash/ 
 
Sources:
A Brief History of The Beast of Bear Creek. Kimble County Historical Commission.
A Look at the Past, Present and Future of Wyoming Springs. City of Round Rock.
Beer and a legend: The Bear King returns. Burnet Bulletin.
The Fouke Monster. Fouke Monster Research Center.
From Local Legend to Beer Label: How the Bear King Found a Home in Marble Falls. Texas Monthly.
The 'Goatman' of Lake Worth. Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge.
The Hairy Man of Round Rock, Texas. LegendsofAmerica.com.
The Hairy Man, Round Rock's Hairiest Legend. Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District.
Here's A Look At 10 Cryptids From The Lone Star State. A-to-Z Texas.
Mims, J. "Is the Jaguarundi an Extinct Cat?" Texas Hill Country.
Mims, J. "Is the Jaguarundi back in Texas?" Texas Hill Country.
Mims, J. "The Tragic, Vengeful Ghost of the Texas Goatman." Texas Hill Country.
Legends, Lore, & Texas Cryptids. Go Texas.
The Bear Lake Monster of Northern Utah and Southern Idaho. Atlas Obscura.

Ep. 28: Gene Thurnau & Bob Peterson

This week it’s just me, myself, and I, so buckle up for a solo episode of Friends Who Crime! Things get a little darker without a guest to banter with, but hey, sometimes that’s just the vibe. Moving forward, my plan is three episodes a month with guests (as usual) and one solo episode that’s a little shorter, where I might cover another case, dive into something paranormal or morbid, or even share stories from listeners. If you’ve got a creepy, weird, or crime-y tale you’d like me to read on the show, send it over to friendswhocrime@gmail.com or message me on Instagram @friendswhocrime. Basically, think of this as me talking to you directly—like a one-on-one true crime coffee date, minus the coffee spill risk.
 
SOURCES
Tainted Love: The Case of Gailen Eugene "Gene" Thurnau II - Apple Podcasts, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tainted-love-the-case-of-gailen-eugene-gene-thurnau-ii/id1721815484?i=1000663171671
Robert Peterson Obituary | Afterall, https://www.afterall.com/obituaries/d-8175141/st-petersburg-florida/robert-d-peterson/january-0001
Watch The Killer Beside Me: S1E6 - Living a Lie on Philo (Free Trial), https://www.philo.com/player/show/U2hvdzo2MDg1NDg4OTk2NDg0NjgxMTk?episode=RXBpc29kZTo2MDg1NDg4OTk2NDg5NTQ3NjE
The Killer Beside Me - Apple TV, https://tv.apple.com/pt/show/the-killer-beside-me/umc.cmc.zid3wjxp6oi1lyqmtgs1e8jr?l=en-GB
Living a Lie - The Killer Beside Me (Season 1, Episode 6) - Apple TV, https://tv.apple.com/us/episode/living-a-lie/umc.cmc.5jg3ivjwmpmh3h4kb1jxfb4b4
Watch The Killer Beside Me Season 1 Episode 6 - Living a Lie | HBO Max, https://www.hbomax.com/ht/en/shows/killer-beside-me/s1/4bd5557a-6e8f-4a55-9acb-1c6309ae7c68/e6-living-a-lie/3ecf0645-305b-426d-855c-ab9e0ec2d28b
Watch The Killer Beside Me | Season 1 Episode 6 - HBO Max https://www.hbomax.com/md/en/shows/killer-beside-me/s1/4bd5557a-6e8f-4a55-9acb-1c6309ae7c68/e6-living-a-lie/3ecf0645-305b-426d-855c-ab9e0ec2d28b

Ep. 27: Betsy & Russ Faria

This week on Friends Who Crime, Morgan joins me as we dive into the wild, twisted story of Pam Hupp — a case that’s equal parts unbelievable and infuriating. We’ll unpack the suspicious death of Betsy Faria, the bizarre murder of Louis Gumpenberger, and the tangled web of lies Pam spun along the way. From fake 911 calls to insurance scams, this one has more jaw-dropping moments than I can count. Morgan’s reactions are priceless, and together we try to make sense of a case that feels straight out of a crime drama — except it’s all terrifyingly real.
 
SOURCES
"Pam Hupp." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia.
"2026 Trial Date Set for Pam Hupp." Lincoln County Journal.
"Murder Charges Re-Filed Against Pamela Hupp, Inspiration for TV Miniseries." Court TV.
"Renée Zellweger Stars In The NBC Docudrama The Thing About Pam. Here's the True Story Behind the Series." Time.
"The Unimaginable, Infamous Case of Pam Hupp." St. Louis Magazine.

Ep. 26: Phoebe Hansjuk

A short and sweet episode about the death of Phoebe Hansjuk. Was it an accident? Or something far more sinister? If you want a deeper dive, here are some places you can go:
Phoebe's family's website
My recommendation: Morbid's podcast episodes on the case (streaming services ofc)
Crime Junkie's podcast episode on the case (you can also find it on streaming services)
Phoebe's Fall podcast from the Sydney Morning Herald (also found on streaming services)
Reddit is an amazing place
 
Truly, this podcast is my favorite thing to do. However, it takes several hours each week to research, schedule, record, edit, and prep each episode for release. I will continue to record an episode each week, but some of them may be solo episodes without guests. As the name of the podcast suggests, it's so much more fun to record with a friend, and I intent to keep that standard. I hope you all will understand where I'm coming from and continue to be listeners. Thank you for every minute that you listen and support the pod. Love you guys!

Ep. 25: The Buddhafield Cult

I’m joined by my friend Andy—who you may remember from a previous episode—as we dive into the wild and disturbing story of the Buddhafield cult. Led by a Speedo-wearing ex-actor turned spiritual guru, this cult promised enlightenment but delivered manipulation, control, and secrecy. I’ll walk you through the timeline, share stories from former members, and dig into the psychology that keeps people trapped in groups like this. With Andy’s unique insight from his own experience growing up Mormon, we balance the dark with a little humor along the way. This one’s a wild ride—trust me.
 
SOURCES
Allen, Will, director. Holy Hell. The Film Collaborative, 2016.
Blumenfeld, Paul. “The Buddhafield Cult and the Man Who Documented It.” The Atlantic, 29 May 2016, www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2016/05/holy-hell-will-allen-buddhafield-cult/484376/.
Flynn, Meagan. “Buddhafield: Inside the Cult That Hid in Plain Sight in Austin.” Austin Monthly, 19 June 2020, www.austinmonthly.com/buddhafield-inside-the-cult-that-hid-in-plain-sight-in-austin/.
Gupta, Prachi. “Inside the Strange, Sad World of Buddhafield, the Yoga Cult.” Cosmopolitan, 27 May 2016, www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/news/a59242/holy-hell-documentary-buddhafield-cult/.
Luscombe, Belinda. “The 'Holy Hell' Cult's Leader Is Still at It. Here's How to Spot a Cult.” Time, 27 May 2016, www.time.com/4352395/holy-hell-cult-documentary-sundance/.
Rosen, Christopher. “Holy Hell Director Will Allen Talks About Escaping from a Cult and Sharing His Story.” Entertainment Weekly, 25 May 2016, www.ew.com/article/2016/05/25/holy-hell-director-will-allen-buddhafield/.
Sloat, Sarah. “Inside the Cult at the Center of ‘Holy Hell.’” Inverse, 26 May 2016, www.inverse.com/article/15786-inside-the-cult-at-the-center-of-holy-hell.
Weinman, Sarah. “The Cult Next Door.” BuzzFeed News, 2 June 2016, www.buzzfeednews.com/article/sarahweinman/the-cult-next-door.

Ep. 24: Dorothy Eggers

On this episode, Jessica and I delve into the shocking 1945 murder of Dorothy Eggers, a case that proves even the meekest men can harbor unimaginable darkness. Discover how a seemingly mild-mannered husband committed a brutal act of dismemberment, then proceeded with a cover-up so inept it's almost comical. You won't believe the bizarre detail—a bunion!—that ultimately cracked this baffling case wide open. Join us for a wild ride through incompetence, betrayal, and the surprising path to justice.
 
SOURCES
Dorothy Eggers | DPLA, https://dp.la/item/183444d0171058e25678f9a8bf42c110
Investigation at the Eggers' home — Calisphere,  https://calisphere.org/item/27b866b376f5e5f62f3db368b952bc56/
Mary Lee, Dorothy Eggers' mother - Calisphere,  https://calisphere.org/item/622fd0eed8d8b69a57e83bc19797b1c1/
People v. Eggers :: :: Supreme Court of California Decisions - Justia Law, https://law.justia.com/cases/california/supreme-court/2d/30/676.html
People v. Eggers - 30 Cal.2d 676 - Fri, 10/03/1947 - Supreme Court of California, https://scocal.stanford.edu/opinion/people-v-eggers-23864
A murderous husband is executed | October 15, 1948 - History.com, 2025, https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/october-15/a-murderous-husband-is-executed
The Horrific Murder of Dorothy Eggers - Apple Podcasts,  https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-horrific-murder-of-dorothy-eggers/id1379959217?i=1000551440354
The Horrific Murder of Dorothy Eggers - Supla, https://www.supla.fi/episode/7a0db35c-8d38-5b42-95b4-c654066fc4eb
PEOPLE v. EGGERS (1947) - FindLaw Caselaw, https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ca-supreme-court/1794358.html