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Morbid
Episode 530: Preston Castle and the Murder of Anna Corbin
Jan 18, 2024
The podcast discusses the brutal conditions experienced by young inmates at Preston Castle, highlighting the need for prison reform and establishment of a juvenile justice system. It also explores the investigation into Anna's murder and the political controversy surrounding it. Additionally, the chapter delves into the history and preservation efforts of Preston Castle, with accounts of paranormal experiences at the haunted attraction.
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- The murder of Anna Corbin at the Preston School of Industry exposed flaws in the progressive policies of the California juvenile justice system.
- Life at the Preston School of Industry was characterized by challenging living conditions, abuse, and violence.
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The Murder of Anna Corbin
On February 23rd, 1950, the head of housekeeping, Anna Corbin, was found dead in the Preston School of Industry. Her face was severely beaten and there was a rope tied tightly around her neck. The murder shocked the staff and residents of the school. Anna was well-liked and respected by the boys at the school, and she was known as a strict but fair disciplinarian. The investigation into her murder was challenging, as there were 657 boys at the school, any of whom could have been the killer. The murder highlighted flaws in the progressive policies of the California juvenile justice system and sparked a political debate about how criminals should be treated. Despite intensive interviews and polygraph tests, the investigators were unable to find any solid leads in the case.
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