Thanks for your response!! Love, your living Neice FaunaEliz , Im sorry that happened to you. I began reading BDA because, like so many, I was always fascinated with the Black Dahlia murder. So many suffer for others wrongdoings. Here I was fascinated reading this. 1. Hudson spoke for 90 minutes, including a question-and-answer period, and it would be humanly impossible to catalog all of the fiction. Thank you. Fauna passed away shortly before the DNA results came out? Find Dorothy Hodel's phone number, address, and email on Spokeo, the leading people search directory for contact information and public records. Youre missing the whole point, John said. Best, Steve. That makes her the ultimate heroine of this story and The House Of Hodel. Keelie K: In my young mind it was my way to be New, loved, a person not sexually abused!! Have gone through many and varying reactions through the years. (That pregnancy was aborted in 1949.). If this is true, it astounds me that he had a close enough relationship with her to name her child. Survival. and your heart fixed upon the Son So all of Steve Hodels stories about the swanky parties his parents threw at the Sowden House you guessed it: Lies. Only fleeting as it passes to the next. Im amazed at your perseverance, working tirelessly to uncover the terrible crimes of your late father. Updated addition. She tried many times to win back his love and hopefully her inheritance as well. It couldve easily been edited as well. Everything is revealed in the light of eternity. Yes Did her children suffer due to her alcohol and drug addictions? Tamar NOT GEORGE named her second daughter Deborah Elizabeth. Im a little confused about a response you gave another poster. My mother was furious. Yes, Im well aware of Mr. Harnischs derogatory comments over the past two decades. This is just my opinion, but I think that higher intellectual people often want to explore and learn about human nature and aspects of life that are outside the generic norms. That is when he drugged her and took the naked photographs in the hotel room. I dont know how she survived seven plus decades, living and knowing what she knew, but I am so grateful that despite the difficult Gypsy Years and her alcoholism, we were able to stay together as a family until each of us boys grew to adulthood. I was a bit disturbed when she was on board with the production of the highly fictionalized version of her life. Having never watched Chinatown, I caught it on cable a few weeks ago. t. e. Satellite Award for Best Actress in a Miniseries, Limited Series or Television Film. Interrogation of Dorothy Harvey Hodel The Interrogation of Dorothy Harvey Hodel Original content Larry Harnisch 2003 O n March 22, 1950, Lt. Frank Jemison of the district attorney's office questioned Dorothy Harvey Hodel, Dr. George Hodel's ex-wife, at 410 Santa Monica Pier. My father never met Fauna and she was never at the Sowden House until long after my father died and my first book, BDA was published. I just have one question.if you were able to speak to your father today, what (if anything) would you say to him? My greatest pleasure and reward comes from knowing that readers like you really get it. Best to you and yours. Oh what a thrill it would be to read her book of pros. A daughter of Charles Eugene Harvey, and Dorothy Bell Everett. You, Steve, have chosen to sing the sweet song of Triumph over death and fear. He preceded her in death on December 29,. will I hope you know that throughout all these years, not one drop of blood youve shed for the cause of goodness and Justice has been in vain. I hope you have love and kindness in your life ?! skh. I hope many are encouraged by you who have also lived twilight zone lives no fault of their own. She also told me that she always loved George, always. See how beautifully she communicates it here, with poetic elegance. Steve, Steve, 8) Doctor goes to trial accused by . She had prepa Steve H. ~ Soil samples confirmed his findings. not be So was George in Hawaii then, thousands of miles away, when Tamar got pregnant? Some good thinking and observations. Did he remain a mystery? Those two words are rarely part of any good faith communication. While I provide much of what I believe to be the motive and crime signatures to his crime, (the method for his madness) separate from that is: physical evidence connecting the crime scene to the body dump location (cement sacks), police tape-recorded admissions and confessions to multiple murders, including Dahlia, as well as police payoffs and to performing abortions, police reports documenting they knew and dated each other prior to the murder, handwriting expert analysis confirming authorship of the Avenger Letters were written by GHH, four top original law enforcement officers independently corroborating each others statements that the case was solved and Dr. George Hodel did it; witness statements connecting him to the crime, and on and on. Oops. Our father did see Tamar on occasion through the decades when passing through Hawaii enroute to the U.S. Truth being, Law Enforcement solved the case 70 years ago, and were about to arrest him when he fled the country. Tamar always loved her father and felt affection towards him, but post incest trial in 1949 they never again had any kind of relationship and dads position toward Tamar with the rest of his family was always, Lying Tamar. (He did see her on a few occasions one being a meeting of Tamars good friend, Michele Phillips when The Mamas and Papas were doing debut singing in the Sixties as he was passing through San Francisco. My mother died of a heart condition/heart attack at age 76. For you, thank you for giving your readers and podcasts listeners a glimpse into such a traumatic time into your life as you fought to uncover such an ugly truth about your own father. Stop using words like negro. She, when married my father she hoped George would be proud of her, close to her again (as she never meant to tell on him. ) A photograph of the suspect in the nude with a nude identified colored model was secured from his personal effects. George told her to burn them and she did. Who said so? What lovely ideas! There were times when Dorothy Hodel was couldnt afford a residence and she and the children lived at the Sowden House. As I indicated, after my niece Fauna came out with her creative license for dramatic effect as relates to inventing fictitious letters supposedly written by my mother, in her autobiography, I just ignored it. This life is holy. He has a fine record as a doctor and is a dedicated man. Also, what other crimes did he commit not mentioned or found by me? Martin Luther King Jr. in July, 1964. I dont know? Ive just finished the podcast, havent watched the miniseries Nor do I intend to . Steve, What did she know? As for the Youtuber I mentioned, she DID mention you in her second video, and that you were the source of her information, so I was glad to see that. But, I suspect there was more to the killing than just her being pregnant. Steve Hodel has also returned to his claim that his father probably killed Geneva Ellroy, mother of author James Ellroy. George Hodel was incapable of love, real love, to her or anyone. Conspiracy theories about the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., a prominent leader of the civil rights movement, relate to different accounts of the incident that took place on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee. Also, how did he explain the homage to Elizabeth Short? What a remarkable spirit your mother had! These Records may also relate to: Dorothy Hodel Dorothy Grace Barbe California, Death Index, 1940-1997 Dorothy Hodel 1940 United States Federal Census It is all about Steve Hodel. Was just saying this last night to someone who felt embarrassed for once falling for Steve Hodels nonsense. Paddy: This author suggests your account of your father as The Black Dahlia murderer is nothing more than a series of endless lies. The theme of incest and murder at the end of the movie is so clear to me made me wonder why John Huston would have taken such an interest in the acting part, as he rarely portrayed a character in films. All true. Anyways, on a side note, did you consider that perhaps George became a taxi driver to facilitate casing and stalking? Its really suspicious for me to see a comment from Fauna herself in May 24, 2019 when she supposedly passed in 2017. When Dorothy Hodel was questioned by investigators in 1950, she was living over a bait shop on Santa Monica Pier. Other than that one event, I am not aware of any sex parties at the Franklin House. In fact, I truly believe they belong to you, too. It wasnt until after my fathers death in 1999 and doing my research that I found the Divorce Papers filed at L.A. County Hall of Records that showed they were formally divorced in 1944. Why would your mother return to the Sowden House in 1950 with her sons, despite the knowledge she had about your father? George Hill Hodel Jr. (October 10, 1907 - May 16, 1999) was an American physician and suspect in the murder of Elizabeth Short, a.k.a. I imagine they are heartened that someone is working so tirelessly to solve her case. If the term mad genius applies to anyone, it applies to George Hodel. Will there ever be closure? Dorothy Hodel in California. Heres a link to Hortensia photo: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/163597314/hortensia-starke No, LAPD nor any other LE agency has never done any testing. Inka: (1926-1933). I cant imagine the shock you have gone through when you found your first proofs. I have followed this entire story through my childhood into adulthood and it amazes me how strong and telling you are. )for that specific linkage. Fauna 2 changed her name from Deborah to Fauna I believe to honor Fauna I and because her mother, Tamar always expressed a fondness for her unknown long ago adopted first child. Its a shame because it seemed she cared so much about GHH victims. Explore genealogy for Dorothy (Anthony) Barber born 1911 Oregon, United States died 1995 Marin, California, United States including ancestors + descendants + more in the free family tree community. But, no real investigations would occur with a corrupt police force and if the victim were a dead prostitute in a backstreet Manila alley. Would be easy fishing grounds for a man like GHH. Other than that, if at all possible, I wish you peace of mind !! Associated Addresses 424 E 85th St Apt 4a, New York, NY 10028 1840 Park Newport Apt 204, Newport Beach, CA 92660 1840 Park Newport, Newport Beach, CA 92660. Elizabeth Short barely enters the discussion. She married Marvin Schmidgall on November 26, 1950, in Roanoke, Ill. He pulled me to my feet and steered me to the front porch. Steve. : Thank you for your mention of my mothers writing. Steve Hodel crafts his lies, mixed with truths, seemingly with authority. I hope you are okay. Though truth be told it never was. LAPDs refusal to look at it has I think, all to do with IMAGE. Thats all fiction. You have more than enough sense. As far as the hosts of Root of Evil, I had never actually met my great niece Rasha prior to our appearance on the Dr. Phil Show a few months back and had only met her sister, Yvette on two brief occasions, with her mother Fauna, more than a decade past. Fauna 2 was born Deborah Elizabeth Wilson. Not at all. Steve, Hon brjade med krsng redan i tidig lder och i slutet av 1980-talet medverkade hon i snggruppen Just For Fun. She was the mother of five children; Fauna Hodel, Fauna II (born Deborah Elizabeth Wilson), Love, Peace and Joy. One question I cant get out of my mind: Did anyone ever determine who may have been screaming during the police recording? You honor her memory by telling her story truthfully and with a sons love. So, stay tuned. I was wondering if you are aware of the photo taken of Elizabeth Shorts crime scene that was seemingly taken at night which, presumably would suggest it was the killer who took the photo as she was found in the morning? 6: Journalist Yes, one comes to understand her through her own words. Below link is a bio I wrote on her some time back. I felt a similar response in my body when I first learned about your father. To manage such an investigation, I suspect youd have to remain as objective as possible. See statement of Dorothy Hodel,[13] former wife). -LW. Im sure it wasnt easy for you to figure out what your father was.. You are truly an inspiration and a reminder that there are always people on the good side of the fight, no matter how difficult that may be. Much appreciated. One of these stories was as I have related in BDA, telling me of her going to our father at age 12 and asking him to help her name her the Black haired doll she had just received from her mother for her 12th birthday in late March of that year. He transformed himself into a human tape recorder and delivered what appeared to be a flawless repetition of what Steve Hodel told him. Negro is absolutely offensive and disrespectful when used flippantly, without care for the hurt it causes so many. But, we three boys knew nothing of the earlier divorce. All Best, Steve. It is confusing. I want to ask you about your mothers letters to John Houston. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. Dorothy A. Schmidgall, 96, of Eureka, Ill., passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2022, at Eureka Apostolic Christian Home. Yes, the Franklin/Sowden Hodel residence was the actual crime scene. From online or printed sources and from publicly accessible databases. Death comes quietly, She accused her father of molesting her. Ill admit, the expression sets my teeth on edge, as it seems I only ever hear it when some jackass is making a belittling comment to someone, attempting to make the person feel they are other than what is acceptable. Miami Ghost Chronicles . The brunt of the horrors perpetrated upon so many women by GHH fell heavily upon your mother at a very young age and as she valiantly tried to care for and raise three boys!! Then I read the word negro, and now Im done. Wish you a healthy new year. She also used the Sowden House as a mail drop when she had no fixed address. One of Steve Hodels more bizarre claims is that when the purported killer of Elizabeth Short called Examiner city editor James Richardson, he identified himself as the Black Dahlia Avenger. Of course, that isnt true. Im getting to understand the woman and the artist she was better than I ever have before. In The Mesquite New Clue Revealed: A Reader Discovers the Killers Taunting Purloined Letter Clue Lying in Plain Site. Im curious if youre familiar with someone by the name (or handle) of lmharnisch? Never again. He did see her back in the early-mid Sixties and did take Fauna II (Deborah Elizabeth, daughter of Tamar and Stan Wilson, the folksinger) out alone for dinner. Hodel was also a powerful LA city official clamouring to be part of the upper echelon of. Trusted by millions of genealogists since 2003 Trusted information source for millions of people worldwide To the Oct. 26, 2021, audience at the Council Bluffs, Iowa, Public Library who attended Duffy Hudsons performance delivering the words of Steve Hodel: You should know that virtually everything you heard was a lie. At the same time, I would caution against using the expression you people. But truly: fact-checking Steve Hodel would be a lifes work. If nobody is calling you or those you love crackers, then you can see why negro is offensive you disrespectful mutant. https://stevehodel.com/2016/10/29/john-huston-peter-viertel-white-hunter-black-heart-friendship-cold-blooded-premeditated-murder/, Huston having been married to my mother, Dorothy Huston Hodel for seven years prior to marrying George Hodel certainly KNEW and was a regular partygoer to the Sowden/Franklin House at the time of dads arrest for Incest and Child Molestation with my halfsister, Tamar in 1949. Maybe this is not as relevant to the story, but I am interested in her way of thinking in those days. It is all about Steve Hodel. He didnt butchered any Filipinos after lucila. While Fauna Hodel died in 2017 (two years before "Root of Evil"), her daughters found her meticulous journals and reference Fauna's own book One Day She'll Darken: The Mysterious Beginnings of Fauna Hodel to tell her story. Hard to have a conversation with a serial killer/psychopath and or to get any straight answers from him. No, not easty for sure. In the end, by following the evidence, it took me in the exact opposite direction. Copyright 2023 Steve Hodel. 3) Doctor faces accusation in morals case. Pukar: Thanks so much for taking readers on such an intriguing, Byzantine journey, originating with a 1947 gruesome murder in LA. Veiled images. Here then are the only known photographs of Ruth Spaulding from her 1934 L.A. High School yearbook. There was blood all over the floor and on some of the furniture, and my face was green and I was trying not to be sick. Fauna Elizabeth: Dear Fauna: In our hundred or more hours of discussions after our fathers death in 1999, your mother, my sister, Tamar told me many personal stories, as I wanted to know as much as possible about what she could recall about our father and his life. That happened. I think she lived in the room next to mine. Most of the readily available information about Dorothy Huston Hodel (ne Harvey) comes from her son, Steve Hodel. Meagan: No, it happened. Steve, Life is always complex and sometimes difficult to phantom but through your own personal struggles youve helped me be more in touch with my own humanity. Her alcoholism, her dark side when on binges, her arrests for child neglect. Far from a perfect woman and a serious victim to Stockholm Syndrome. Did she have character flaws? He asked her if GHH was her father, and other prurient questions. I know your mother is so proud. Mind yourselves. They corroborate your findings surely its more than bad PR? Monica S: No, my mother never had contact with Faunas adopted mother. The fault is not necessarily with Hudson, except for his lack of skepticism. He has a fine record as a doctor and is a dedicated man. So, for the past twelve or so years, I have chosen just to ignore his rantings. Ever protective of her three sons, she took the knowledge of this secret horror, with her to her grave. This what she told me. She was a bit of a mystery to all of us at the school. Most assuredly, YES. What were all the factors in his childhood that came together to create such a hatred of women and Humanity? Regards, Steve, So interesting!! In the 1930s he was legally married to a model from San Francisco, Dorothy Anthony, and had a daughter by her, Tamar. steve. Your words are much appreciated. Tamars mother was not and took the position that her daughter was a pathological liar and did not believe her when she made the claim of incest. The name of the school St. Helens Hall never came up in any of my conversations with Tamar, but it is certainly possible. Elizabeth Short barely enters the discussion. by Steve Hodel. Theyre having so much fun!) An end to appearance, facing us with the unavoidability of a body that will no longer enjoy, feel or express itself. Yes, I am aware of the photo and am conviced it was taken by my father, just before daybreak at the scene to immortalize his surreal masterpiece. See link discussing it here. Thank you for the kind words. It was a huge case and everyone was following it. Dorothy is the owner of phone number (361) 242-1979 (Southwestern Bell). Cheers. The Black Dahlia case was still open, but as the old saying goes, it was cold as Kelsey's nuts. Dear Sir, I have immense respect for you. It's often called. So well written! Elon Musk. Surely you would have seen through her lies relating to age and background with george . We know this because she was repeatedly cited for neglecting Steve and his brothers and eventually sentenced to jail. Just as many television shows/movies/books often use terms that are racist and deeply insensitive when referring to anyone who isnt a straight, white, Christian person in order to give an accurate representation of the time and place the story is set. I read Black Dahlia Avenger back in 2008 and I loved itI couldnt put it down. But, I guess I would mainly want to pursue the WHY? He had a brief enthusiasm for six-day bicycle racers and even looked into dance marathons and flagpole sitters. 1990s. Meghan Mountbatten Windsor, The Duchess of Sussex. They might meet for dinner on rare occasions. 1926 His mother, nee Dorothy Harvey, was married to director John Hustonand was Huston's first wife. Yes, she was a very special woman and much loved by all three of her sons. True honesty and pursuit of truth is also a gift if not also an art. Yes. Carr took the position, Could be him? I really like everything youve done.

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