Wicked Words - A True Crime Talk Show with Kate Winkler Dawson Wicked Words - John Little: The Donnellys
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Donnelly Family Origins
- The Donnelly family, Irish immigrants, faced hardships like a perilous journey to Canada and clearing swamp land for farming.
- James Donnelly, the father, served a 7-year sentence for manslaughter after a land dispute.
Family First Mentality
- The Donnellys prioritized family above all else, even the church, unlike other community members.
- This, along with the sons' toughness and popularity, created friction with the rest of the community.
Escalating Tensions
- The Donnellys' stagecoach business sparked conflicts with other businesses and fueled community resentment.
- A Romeo and Juliet-esque romance further ostracized the family, and the new priest's disapproval sealed their fate.