Episode 451: The Legend of Lavinia Fisher with RedHanded
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The Early Years of Charleston, South Carolina
The wagon and stage trade was keeping Charleston's economy afloat, but it wasn't nearly as efficient as ships were. The journey was often hundreds of miles and the driver would need to find some kind of shelter at various points along the route. This gave rise to, quote, stage taverns or inns known just as houses. And those were along the outskirts of major cities where travelers could stop for a night,. water their horses, water themselves, you know. A gay shower. There you go.
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