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Unsolved Murders: True Crime Stories

Jane Stanford Pt. 1

Sep 5, 2023
Jane Stanford, co-founder of Stanford University, was murdered in 1905. This podcast explores her life, the journey to California, the birth of her son, spiritualism, and the truth behind her death, including hidden secrets among the American elite.
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  • Jane Stanford's death and subsequent cover-up raise questions about foul play and cast doubt on the official narrative.
  • The power struggle between Jane Stanford and Dr. David Star Jordan, along with conflicting ideologies, led to a battle for control over Stanford University.

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The Tragic Death of Jane Stanford

Jane Stanford, co-founder of Stanford University, suffered a mysterious death in 1905. After experiencing stomach discomfort, convulsions, and excruciating pain, she succumbed to strict nine poisoning. Although her water was laced with poison, the investigation was quickly derailed, and her cause of death was labeled as heart failure. The suspicious circumstances surrounding her death and the subsequent cover-up cast doubt on the official narrative.

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