Chicago Soup Plot, struggling actor, mispronunciations, anarchy in the kitchen, investigation and discovery, press conference with hotel owner, investigation into anarchist bombing, the manhunt for the 'Super Anarchist', controversy and arrests surrounding food poisoning, the story of Gene Crohn's identity, immigration, and advocacy
The elusive anarchist, Jean, taunted law enforcement by writing letters confessing to the soup poisoning incident.
The manhunt for Jean expanded to involve over 10,000 police officers in New York City alone.
Food poisonings in Chicago were caused by waiters intentionally lacing food with a drug, leading to the arrest of over 100 waiters and sparked controversy.
Deep dives
Mystery and Manhunt
A man named Jean, also known as Gene, is being hunted by law enforcement across the US. He is believed to be an anarchist and a suspect in a poisoning incident that occurred during a celebration. The police nickname him 'the super anarchist' due to his elusive nature. The search for Jean expands as authorities try to uncover his whereabouts.
Letters and Mockery
Jean starts writing taunting letters to newspapers, mocking the police for their inability to find him. These letters are being sent from various locations and are signed with a misspelled version of his name, 'G-E-A'. The letters reveal his admission to poisoning the soup and his enjoyment of being in close proximity to police stations.
Wide-scale Manhunt and Fear
The manhunt intensifies, with over 10,000 police officers involved in the search for Jean in New York City alone. Escape routes are closely monitored, and authorities are on high alert. The fear and anxiety surrounding Jean's activities and potential threats grow as the police net expands.
The Soup Poisoning Scare
During a banquet in Chicago, several guests, including prominent figures, fell ill after consuming soup. An investigation revealed that the soup had been tampered with, and a man named Jean Crohn's became the prime suspect. However, Jean Crohn's was never found, and sightings and scares related to him continued for years.
The Waiter's Union Scandal
In Chicago, a series of food poisonings occurred in restaurants and hotels. It was discovered that waiters were intentionally lacing food with a drug that caused illness. The police raided the waiters union office, resulting in the arrest of over 100 waiters. However, it was later revealed that a union member had been selling the drug to waiters. The incident sparked controversy and led to the indictment of 10 conspirators, but the charges were ultimately dropped.