I'm going to be posting on TH-cam selected previously locked Patreon videos that are approximately 1.5 (one and a half) years old. They are early Patreon videos and not of the same quality or length of the videos I'm producing now on Patreon or TH-cam. This is one of them :) Many, many thanks to my patrons on Patreon for enabling me to keep going - bless you all. Some of the topics discussed on the 'blah blah' towards the end of video, because of the upload date, may no longer be relevant. Later videos are more graphic in content, and will most certainly be demonetised by TH-cam; nevertheless, thanks to my loyal Patreon patrons, I will eventually post them here too despite TH-cam's advertiser friendly policy. Link to my Patreon page and other sites under the description :)
I think it took his wife two weeks to report him missing because he was never around. Some would say she used the time to hide his body. Maybe. I bet that if a century old building is torn down in Toronto, his body would be found in the cement foundation, right next to Jimmy Hoffa. 😆. Niffy
Oddie, I’m glad your TH-cam folks will get to share some of these older works by you. Given the time spent on them, the more people who can see your genius the better. I had the great pleasure of seeing it new, the day you posted it...and I just enjoyed it every bit as much tonight. Love and light to you and Odette.🖤🇨🇦
Thank You Oddie!Yeah ,TH-cam is really being Dickheads to all yhe content creators,Especially conspiracy, paranormal, oddity type channels.etc.It makes Me so mad.lol.But Im going to join Your Patreon or at least donate as much as I can as Often as I can. Ive always loved your channel.
Thank you for continuing to use TH-cam Oddie I cannot afford Patreon and would miss your content just so you know your work is enjoyed where ever you are and I love the rambles best..thank you again..
pwookie Hi my name is Jennifer I live in CT,USA AND I SOOOO I AGREE WITH YOUR COMMENT THAT THE VIDEOS ARE WELL Appreciated, AND I CAN NOT AFORD PATREON EITHER!!! But I do ever sooo greatly enjoy your stories it’s like listening to a cops mystery story line or an old radio story way before televisions were invented!!!!!!!! Basically in my opinion you bring the stories to life!!! Thank you for making the videos!!! Please never stop!!! Love always Jennifer Gruszczak!!!!
Karen Brown Karen, when I was younger I certainly would agree, but I've seen more now. Some people are on pensions so unfortunately can't even afford that. When all they have is a small pension, especially if they also have an illness that requires medicine, some people have to sometimes give up regular meals in order to be able to pay basic bills to keep their homes, & even at that the money doesn't pay everything every month so they have to juggle bills. It sounds so drastic but you'd be surprised at how many people are living under these difficulties that you may pass everyday & not even know how difficult it is for them. Life is alot harder for some people than it was for me. Thank goodness for Oddy giving so much enjoyment to so many people.
@@caryulmer5578 Yep, I'm one of those people, a grandma on a VERY limited and FIXED income, I mean there are months I don't have anything left for toothpaste! Thanks to folks like Oddy I can find something entertaining to listen and watch! I can afford the internet only because the RV park I live in supplies it with rent!
Dearest Oddie, older video or not, it is still a high quality production. And I’m sure I’m not the only one who throughly enjoys the bloopers! Your laughter is contagious! As always, your work is greatly admired and appreciated. Personally, I think the secretary had a large part in his murder/disappearance. It just seems too coincidental that the secretary stole from him the same day he disappeared, and he went on the run when things heated up. At the very least, he knew something. But I think it’s more than likely that he was involved.
Ooooh! A juicy Canadian mystery. I was just at that theatre last week, I have opening night season’s passes. His ghost still haunts the Grand, he has been seen in his box a number of times, and he apparently likes the ladies dressing room a LOT, he breathes on the necks of the supporting actresses, and slides their skirts up...lots of the actresses have felt him and reported it. You did a wonderful job of his story, and so many great images! I love it, and you Sir are still the best. Light and love🖤🇨🇦
Thanks Tamarra :) I remember you commented on Patreon when I first posted this video. I have a new video on Patreon since yesterday, just in case you didn't receive a notification :)
ObsoleteOddity I do remember its posting on Patreon, and it was every bit as delightful this time around. I always need to watch your work a few times to make sure I catch all the subtlety. Your detail is marvellous, and can always support another look. I will be getting myself over to Patreon ASAP...I am missing things due to house guests...I knew you had one near ready, but wasn’t sure when, thanks for the heads up.🖤🇨🇦
ObsoleteOddity just so you know...you really outdid yourself on “The Vampire of Düsseldorf...he was definitely a one of a kind equal opportunist. I have no idea where you find all those perfect visuals for these, but you had stuff there I had never seen before. A good half hour of you telling me about a monster from the past...who could ask for more. I really enjoy getting your uploads in two places, and I do go back and let you read me to sleep with Lovecraft’s “Witch House”, that was the only time you narrated a book to us without visuals...I listen to it when I have insomnia, and it actually helps, thought you might like to know. Anyway, the new Patreon is amazing...one of your best yet. The extra effects were so natural in their placement I had to have a second look...and likely a couple more after that. Wherever you are providing your videos...I will be there it’s far too late for me now...I’m addicted to dark historical tales from ‘Oddie...and going junk shopping with him, sightseeing and poking about in abandoned buildings and hotels...there, I’ve said it, but please don’t let them try to cure my addiction, it would end badly.😏🖤🇨🇦
@@tamarrajames3590 - That's so kind of you Tamarra, I'm very happy you enjoyed my editing of that presentation. I will soon be announcing some small changes, as I'll probably be moving to a new channel - as TH-cam has demonetised my whole channel two days ago, right before I had to travel to Geneva early next morning. I was/am so annoyed. I strongly suspect they did it as petty revenge because I commented on their creator channel in a video where they asked for feedback about what annoyed creators. I called them out. They have since deleted their own video because of the amount of negative feedback they received. It's wonderful praise that my videos help you to relax, I love to hear that :) I shall continue to fight, it's in my nature! Have filmed a wonderful cemetery in Geneva! Have a lot to bring to the table!! Take care my dear friend and may the wind always be on our backs :)
I think his assistant at least knew something about it. It seems he knew he was out of a job and took a new one and probably took the bonds because the opportunity was there. He knew his boss wasn't coming back and there was the possibility no one would notice. I wonder who did know about the bonds? His wife might have had someone kill him, but the assistant certainly knew his boss wasn't coming back. Maybe he arranged it for her and the bonds were his payment. That's why I wondered who discovered the bonds missing. If it was payment to him, she certainly wouldn't have said anything. Another good one Oddie. These videos are always so great. I love it when I see there's a new one.
Long ago as a child I would listen to mystery and horror stories on the radio at night with only narration, sound effects and my imagination. You have accomplished capturing that abandoned magic so adored only better now with the amazing imagery. Fantastic theatre!Thank you Oddie I'm so glad I found you!
Another outstanding piece of art from you! I am amazed by the old photos and the movements and add ins you create. You put so much love and work into this. Please know we enjoy it tremendously. Appreciate this awesome interesting work you do!
I'm very grateful each time you post content on TH-cam Oddie! Your stories are always fascinating and you do such impressive work. Looking forward to the next one!
Great story! I wonder if Dashiell Hammett knew about the case. It sounds like the first Thin Man story. The physical description of Small, his disappearance not being reported for some time, the assistant stealing bonds, even the lawyer being involved. Very interesting.
Binge watching your programs is such a scrumptious delicacy!!! Thank you so much for your superior renditions of mysterious history. I can't get enough!!! All the best, Oddie.
Thank you so much for reaching out with your lovely message. Such wonderful feedback makes the time and effort well worthwhile. Bless you for that. I'm going to let this TH-cam channel go dormant soon, because TH-cam has demonetised my whole channel last night. I will be making an announcement about this soon. Patreon is business as usual though. Best regards Oddie
Terrible how she drowned in the what-the-f*** River. I love you Oddie. ♥️ You always seem so perfect to me as a speaker and narrator so it was so cute to get a blooper.
Interesting, as soon as I saw the headline, I knew I have heard the name, " Ambrose Small " before. I live in Toronto. Good to see a Canadian ghost story. A rare treat for us die hard Canadian horror fans. Thanks Oddie.
You might think these earlier videos are not good quality but I'd bet on having a lot of supporters if I said,"Nonsense! They're terrific!" It must be because you are comparing them to your newer ones, which do show just how much work you've put in learning new skills and better production values. Anything suffers if compared to perfection, even something that's wonderful in its own right. Thanks for sharing them. And a special thanks for sharing the blooper. I've been rather ill n depressed lately but the blooper made me smile, and I even surprised myself with a small giggle. I can't remember when I last made that sound, so thanks muchly for that,too.
@@ObsoleteOddity Dat's okay, it's always a pleasure commenting on your articles.At least we know you read them; sometimes on others' channels it feels like screaming in space. Thanks again, have a good evening if I've got timing right. If not, have a good whatever!
Loved it! I introduced my husband to your channel, I was insistant that he had to hear you tell a story and then explain, that you do all the detail to the pictures as well as all the narration and voice overs. He's hooked! You are brilliant! Thank You, for such wonderful stories and work!
I was in radio many years ago, and can appreciate your blooper. Often times the more one tries to get it right the more the giggles take over. As we did recording on off hours (usually late at night) it did as well to pack it in ‘til next day.
UGH!!!! It's sooooo frustrating because your videos are sooooo good that they aren't posted frequently enough. Well done with yet another fascinating story in history.
My Father was a Dr..and, he used his Voice, to mildly hypnotize..his patients..to calm them down..I have picked up..that voice affect...too! people say..they always remember..my voice....that's why I like your voice..it reminds me of, familiarity..good campfire storytelling voice...
LOL! I absolutely LOVE the blooper, Oddie! Thanks for including it. ...Wow! This guy was a real piece work. I'm sure he wasn't missed much. In the end....the lawyers got the money. Sounds about right. Ugh🙄. I really enjoyed this video!
I liked your extra touches like the cat sitting in the corner, the exhaust pipe smoke, the falling dollar bills, the birds and your voice when you were quoting your characters. Looking forward to next video.
I have never clicked so fast on a notification before. Lol Im wondering if maybe one of his chorus girls took some type of revenge on him. Maybe she fell pregnant and he refused to help or anything. A true mystery. So glad you are going to post on here. I love this channel! ❤❤
I just found your channel and I love it!!!! The notification bell is waiting for the next one🔔👍. Keep the vlogs Coming and God bless you. PS, Love your voice, it's very relaxing. I'm binge watching your back vids now!!! Truth is so much stranger than fiction! Love your narration. Keep them coming.
I'm from London Ontario where this happened. I've been to the Grand Theater countless times. His box is always kept empty and his office which is located behind his box has been locked since his dissaperence.
Yes, Oddy, you do masterpieces on every story you do...you put your heart,soul,blood,,sweat,and tears into each one and it shows! I watch you All the time and even go back to hear and see them again and again! Your voice is so soothing and relaxing..Thank you so much for sharing with us👏👏👏👏💝
I love these stories, ObsoleteOddity. I've just discovered this channel this past week. I've been watching a couple of episodes in my bed before dozing off to sleep. The stories are all so well done and the way you present them, so unique. The music is great, visuals are amazing,...and love to read along with the story that you tell. I haven't read through your comments, so I don't know if others appreciate your talent as much as I do. Also,...love the creepy factor of each story! I would have never known about these people in your stories and each one is fascinating!
As a new subscriber, I am thoroughly enjoying old and new stories of yours. I see this is over 2 years old and you mentioned “your next one would detail how you make these”. I guess I’ll delve into your playlists to find it! Thank you for all your hard work.
Your work is so gorgeous. You honest could read us the dullest story out of a vintage newspaper and make it exciting! Your voice and your videos are truly a gift!❤
Good morn Mr.Oddie hope your doing awesome . So I was asleep in bed and I heard notification sound bout hour ago around 3am looks like Im startn the day early today I just gotta say you are the only channel that can wake me up without makn me cranky .Hope ya have a wicked good day ...Peace
You are fantastic and your "after reel" made me giggle. Now that I am about to cash my first check from an independent earning I can finally contribute to your channel in the next week. Thank you for the free TH-cam uploads, whilst trying to find work I've needed respite. And all the searching paid off. Keep up the great work, you are truly a rarity 🧡 Much love, Kaye
When I got the message saying you had a new video I jumped on here to see what you had for us. I do love listening to your stories. LOVE the bloopers too. Makes me laugh with you. LOL
Thankyou for continuing to post on TH-cam. I cannot afford to be a Patreon but love your stories. The bloopet had me laughing because your tone in the stories are serious. I like all sides of your personality.
Greed is the root to evil! Money can be a blessing and a curse all at the same time! And when you get a say settlement of any money people come out of the wood work..SMH..🤦♀️..so sad this had to happen to this man!
I have a TV in my Retreat and an 83” screen in my living room, but I don’t use them anymore, at least not for at least 2 years. When I do check the guide, there end up being nothing good to watch. TH-cam allows me to watch anything I want, anytime I want. My TVs collect mostly dust. My husband watches HIS TV, but that’s about it. I love your videos, however, I do not watch the ones with hauntings and ghosts. Don’t like them. But your other videos are considered lessons in history. Thank you for your skill and special effects. Of all historical videos yours are far the very best. I’m always looking for more. I have never subscribed to any channel, but I will with yours. I love how you narrate. You are awesome. Don’t quit and don’t stop reading your texts. It helps to keep up with the stories without having to keep my eyes glued to the screen, otherwise, I might as well read a history book.
Great story, told well in an interesting way! The buildings were built so beautifully back then, weren't they? Thanks for sharing this & I'm so happy you are back to your previous "status" as a monetized TH-camr, you deserve it!
Hmmm ... I am wondering if he finally fell in love and just left with the help of his ‘right hand man’ ... perhaps the bonds were a payment for his help in Mr Smalls ‘escape’?
It would be just conjecture, without more facts from the case. Megalomaniac men who chase the almighty dollar and women, don't usually abandon their fortunes.🙀🙀🙀
Thank you for doing a Canadian story being that I am Canadian. I live in Medicine Hat, Alberta. I love hearing these stories of the late 1800's and early 1900's. I always try to imagine being a person living in one of your stories thinking how I would be dressed, where and how I lived etc.. Please keep doing these stories you have perfect timing and greatest voice for it.
I get so excited when I see a posted video from you!!! Love the work you do!!! Sounds like he was murdered and most probably so was his sister in my opinion. Money is a great instigator. Very interesting.
I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your channel. I'm busy making masks for my family who's working amongst this madness that's going on. And I can listen to your stories as I go about my duties. Thank you. From Ceres California.
I love this one! Definitely going to watch again tonight ( I should have saved it, but it’s not a crime to watch several times! ). I love the details in the video and the mystery of the story. Gold content, I feel spoiled again! Looking forward to the next! The end, omg! Lol! Thanks for the laugh, too! Love xx
I’m a relatively new subscriber to your channel and have been binge watching. Your work is excellent. Aside from the detailed production work (which you so obviously take great pains to execute), your historical research is unsurpassed on TH-cam. Thank you!
What a fabulously intriguing story for my bedtime, Oddie! So many possibilities, all equally feasible. As usual, meticulous detail & perfect music. You put so much work into your vids. Loved the cute cat in the right hand corner! 🐈💖
Another winner of a video (as always) Oddie , would you consider doing a video on the dissapearenc of another Ambrose.... American author and Civil War veteran Ambrose Bierce , and possibly the dissapearenc of Judge Crater in 1920's New York City. Thanks for all the hard work you put in your videos !.
Hi Oddie! Just finished watching this video. An interesting case to be sure. After hearing the details, my conclusion is that Small was murdered. A shrewd businessman who worked hard to make his fortune didn't just take off somewhere and neither collect the rest of the money he was owed nor spend any of the money he'd already accumulated. Your voice was just what I needed to hear when I woke this morning. Thank you for another wonderful video! The blooper at the end had me laughing because of how you were laughing. Looking forward to seeing how you go about creating your content! Take care Oddie! ❤
Just found this place and love it. Gives me a chance to relax enough so I will get tired and go to sleep. But I have to search more and see what else I can find and enjoy. Thank you, I love this.
WOW..Most intriguing Oddie, Yes Money is the root to all evil...It was so easy back then to make someone disappear, the perfect crime as they say. I was picturing his remains chained under water or something, then you spoke of his sister ending up in a watery grave from a horrible accident. You can't help but think John Doughty was responsible, after all, he was the last to see him alive and went in to take bonds as if knowing Ambrose was unable to say anything at the time, maybe not in it alone, perhaps with someone else, but he sure was brazen to just help himself to Ambrose's money.....THANKS for the share Oddie, I do love a good mystery :-)
John Doughty seems unlikely to just suddenly after all years murder his boss, but if there was any shady meetings going on he would probably know the date and time of them , if not place - if his boss then never returned from a meeting like that, those bonds might look like easy pickings ?
ObsoleteOddity once again , thank you for the wonderful content..it is truly appreciated.. especially for those of us who for whatever reason cannot watch your videos on Pateron....we are thankful 😊
Once again dear soul...I thank you for your time in doing these vids for us! I would never go to sleep if you narrated all the book writers I enjoy! Be blessed my dear! 🎋
This is a very intriguing case thank you Oddie I really enjoy cases like these I really enjoyed your blooper segment at the end I would like to see more of those
I'm so inlove with your voice I feel like I can actually visualise every moment of the stories you tell ,keep up the great work that you do and we do appreciate the time you put into your presentations.
Thank you Odie wishing I could afford Patreon. Your stories, voice, video style are the best. I don't subscribe to others who do what you do as are trying to be creepy, repetitive pix or none at all! Love your awesome use of vintage pics to place what looked like back then. This Ambrose guy pretty much everyone back then believed she did it. He wouldn't need her now for an inheritance but they thought she may have felt was owed for putting up with the public humiliation of his indiscretions, his tight fistedness in regards to money & his poor behavior towards her generally. Today we would possibly call him psychologically abusive. She lived under a cloud till she died & I think if I'd been her I would have a few years after the incident moved to Europe. The war was over & at least they're more discreet in their gossip at the time. It wouldn't surprise me if she didn't have him killed or someone in her family did it to free her.
I'm going to be posting on TH-cam selected previously locked Patreon videos that are approximately 1.5 (one and a half) years old. They are early Patreon videos and not of the same quality or length of the videos I'm producing now on Patreon or TH-cam. This is one of them :) Many, many thanks to my patrons on Patreon for enabling me to keep going - bless you all. Some of the topics discussed on the 'blah blah' towards the end of video, because of the upload date, may no longer be relevant.
Later videos are more graphic in content, and will most certainly be demonetised by TH-cam; nevertheless, thanks to my loyal Patreon patrons, I will eventually post them here too despite TH-cam's advertiser friendly policy.
Link to my Patreon page and other sites under the description :)
Awesome thank you!
I think it took his wife two weeks to report him missing because he was never around. Some would say she used the time to hide his body. Maybe. I bet that if a century old building is torn down in Toronto, his body would be found in the cement foundation, right next to Jimmy Hoffa. 😆. Niffy
Oddie, I’m glad your TH-cam folks will get to share some of these older works by you. Given the time spent on them, the more people who can see your genius the better. I had the great pleasure of seeing it new, the day you posted it...and I just enjoyed it every bit as much tonight. Love and light to you and Odette.🖤🇨🇦
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Thank You Oddie!Yeah ,TH-cam is really being Dickheads to all yhe content creators,Especially conspiracy, paranormal, oddity type channels.etc.It makes Me so mad.lol.But Im going to join Your Patreon or at least donate as much as I can as Often as I can. Ive always loved your channel.
I really hope and pray that 'You Tube' opens its eyes out and learns to appreciate the work you put in Mr Oddie
You Tube is not very fond of critical thinkers............
I agree 100%
I enjoy the Story Telling, along with the photos, articles etc.
They see how many people love him daily cAnt shut that down
Plus I really really dig your voice, I could listen to you everyday, all day.
Thank you for continuing to use TH-cam Oddie I cannot afford Patreon and would miss your content just so you know your work is enjoyed where ever you are and I love the rambles best..thank you again..
pwookie Hi my name is Jennifer I live in CT,USA AND I SOOOO I AGREE WITH YOUR COMMENT THAT THE VIDEOS ARE WELL Appreciated, AND I CAN NOT AFORD PATREON EITHER!!! But I do ever sooo greatly enjoy your stories it’s like listening to a cops mystery story line or an old radio story way before televisions were invented!!!!!!!! Basically in my opinion you bring the stories to life!!! Thank you for making the videos!!! Please never stop!!! Love always Jennifer Gruszczak!!!!
Oddy, you are the only one who could make a blooper sound not so bad. As always, thank you for another amazing story💕
I don't mean to be tacky, but it only requires one dollar to become a beloved and magical Patreon member. ❤
Karen Brown Karen, when I was younger I certainly would agree, but I've seen more now. Some people are on pensions so unfortunately can't even afford that. When all they have is a small pension, especially if they also have an illness that requires medicine, some people have to sometimes give up regular meals in order to be able to pay basic bills to keep their homes, & even at that the money doesn't pay everything every month so they have to juggle bills. It sounds so drastic but you'd be surprised at how many people are living under these difficulties that you may pass everyday & not even know how difficult it is for them. Life is alot harder for some people than it was for me. Thank goodness for Oddy giving so much enjoyment to so many people.
@@caryulmer5578 Yep, I'm one of those people, a grandma on a VERY limited and FIXED income, I mean there are months I don't have anything left for toothpaste! Thanks to folks like Oddy I can find something entertaining to listen and watch! I can afford the internet only because the RV park I live in supplies it with rent!
Dearest Oddie, older video or not, it is still a high quality production. And I’m sure I’m not the only one who throughly enjoys the bloopers! Your laughter is contagious! As always, your work is greatly admired and appreciated.
Personally, I think the secretary had a large part in his murder/disappearance. It just seems too coincidental that the secretary stole from him the same day he disappeared, and he went on the run when things heated up. At the very least, he knew something. But I think it’s more than likely that he was involved.
Your laugh is contagious. Another amazing and captivating video. Thank you for your work Oddy! ❤
Ooooh! A juicy Canadian mystery. I was just at that theatre last week, I have opening night season’s passes. His ghost still haunts the Grand, he has been seen in his box a number of times, and he apparently likes the ladies dressing room a LOT, he breathes on the necks of the supporting actresses, and slides their skirts up...lots of the actresses have felt him and reported it.
You did a wonderful job of his story, and so many great images! I love it, and you Sir are still the best. Light and love🖤🇨🇦
Thanks Tamarra :)
I remember you commented on Patreon when I first posted this video.
I have a new video on Patreon since yesterday, just in case you didn't receive a notification :)
ObsoleteOddity I do remember its posting on Patreon, and it was every bit as delightful this time around. I always need to watch your work a few times to make sure I catch all the subtlety. Your detail is marvellous, and can always support another look.
I will be getting myself over to Patreon ASAP...I am missing things due to house guests...I knew you had one near ready, but wasn’t sure when, thanks for the heads up.🖤🇨🇦
Much appreciated my friend :)
Love and light to you both xx
ObsoleteOddity just so you know...you really outdid yourself on “The Vampire of Düsseldorf...he was definitely a one of a kind equal opportunist. I have no idea where you find all those perfect visuals for these, but you had stuff there I had never seen before. A good half hour of you telling me about a monster from the past...who could ask for more. I really enjoy getting your uploads in two places, and I do go back and let you read me to sleep with Lovecraft’s “Witch House”, that was the only time you narrated a book to us without visuals...I listen to it when I have insomnia, and it actually helps, thought you might like to know.
Anyway, the new Patreon is amazing...one of your best yet. The extra effects were so natural in their placement I had to have a second look...and likely a couple more after that. Wherever you are providing your videos...I will be there it’s far too late for me now...I’m addicted to dark historical tales from ‘Oddie...and going junk shopping with him, sightseeing and poking about in abandoned buildings and hotels...there, I’ve said it, but please don’t let them try to cure my addiction, it would end badly.😏🖤🇨🇦
@@tamarrajames3590 - That's so kind of you Tamarra, I'm very happy you enjoyed my editing of that presentation. I will soon be announcing some small changes, as I'll probably be moving to a new channel - as TH-cam has demonetised my whole channel two days ago, right before I had to travel to Geneva early next morning. I was/am so annoyed. I strongly suspect they did it as petty revenge because I commented on their creator channel in a video where they asked for feedback about what annoyed creators. I called them out. They have since deleted their own video because of the amount of negative feedback they received.
It's wonderful praise that my videos help you to relax, I love to hear that :)
I shall continue to fight, it's in my nature!
Have filmed a wonderful cemetery in Geneva! Have a lot to bring to the table!!
Take care my dear friend and may the wind always be on our backs :)
I think his assistant at least knew something about it. It seems he knew he was out of a job and took a new one and probably took the bonds because the opportunity was there. He knew his boss wasn't coming back and there was the possibility no one would notice. I wonder who did know about the bonds? His wife might have had someone kill him, but the assistant certainly knew his boss wasn't coming back. Maybe he arranged it for her and the bonds were his payment. That's why I wondered who discovered the bonds missing. If it was payment to him, she certainly wouldn't have said anything. Another good one Oddie. These videos are always so great. I love it when I see there's a new one.
Long ago as a child I would listen to mystery and horror stories on the radio at night with only narration, sound effects and my imagination. You have accomplished capturing that abandoned magic so adored only better now with the amazing imagery. Fantastic theatre!Thank you Oddie I'm so glad I found you!
I really appreciate that. Thank you :)
Another outstanding piece of art from you! I am amazed by the old photos and the movements and add ins you create. You put so much love and work into this. Please know we enjoy it tremendously. Appreciate this awesome interesting work you do!
It seems to be Oddies trademark,,,, inserting the vintage photos into his story telling.
I love how you give life to these old photos! This was another great episode,thank you so much.
I'm very grateful each time you post content on TH-cam Oddie! Your stories are always fascinating and you do such impressive work. Looking forward to the next one!
Misconduct and greed can indeed lead to grave misfortunes.
And thank you, again, for your hard work.
Great story! I wonder if Dashiell Hammett knew about the case. It sounds like the first Thin Man story. The physical description of Small, his disappearance not being reported for some time, the assistant stealing bonds, even the lawyer being involved. Very interesting.
Binge watching your programs is such a scrumptious delicacy!!! Thank you so much for your superior renditions of mysterious history. I can't get enough!!! All the best, Oddie.
Thank you so much for
reaching out with your lovely message. Such
wonderful feedback makes the time and effort well worthwhile.
Bless you for that.
I'm going to let this TH-cam channel go dormant soon, because TH-cam
has demonetised my whole channel last night. I will be making an
announcement about this soon.
Patreon is business as usual though.
Best regards
Oddie
The man was a cad. Very interesting story. Thank you.
Best summation of his character.
Chad*
After abusing scores of young girls... Perhaps on of the dads did goin in....
@@888jimm it seemed like he only went for girls that do it often. So wouldn't the fathers have a long list.
@@blank003 lol 🌴✌🌴
Thoroughly loved this unique story. Your presentations are always one of a kind. One can see how hard you work. Loved it as always.
Terrible how she drowned in the what-the-f*** River. I love you Oddie. ♥️ You always seem so perfect to me as a speaker and narrator so it was so cute to get a blooper.
I like the different voices you do while narrating different characters
Interesting, as soon as I saw the headline, I knew I have heard the name, " Ambrose Small " before. I live in Toronto.
Good to see a Canadian ghost story. A rare treat for us die hard Canadian horror fans.
Thanks Oddie.
Thanks Oddy!! I'm so glad you have not forgotten us who are not in on your Patreon videos. Look forward to every video visit with you. deb
Wonderful pictures, and an amazing story...always a treat to hear from you ,Oddie!!!
The Saskatoon Star Phoenix newspaper is still up and running. I live in Saskatoon.
Go Riders!
I lived there for a few months. Interesting little city with a TON of dark history. I hope to visit again someday.
You might think these earlier videos are not good quality but I'd bet on having a lot of supporters if I said,"Nonsense! They're terrific!" It must be because you are comparing them to your newer ones, which do show just how much work you've put in learning new skills and better production values. Anything suffers if compared to perfection, even something that's wonderful in its own right. Thanks for sharing them. And a special thanks for sharing the blooper. I've been rather ill n depressed lately but the blooper made me smile, and I even surprised myself with a small giggle. I can't remember when I last made that sound, so thanks muchly for that,too.
Thank you so much for
reaching out with your great feedback. Such
wonderful feedback makes the time and effort well worthwhile.
Best regards
Oddie
@@ObsoleteOddity Dat's okay, it's always a pleasure commenting on your articles.At least we know you read them; sometimes on others' channels it feels like screaming in space. Thanks again, have a good evening if I've got timing right. If not, have a good whatever!
Depression sux..Hang in there Bilinda..!!!✌😉..(🐱..My cat, always the optimist, says hang tuff too, it will get better..!!)
Whenever I get the Notification that you've posted "I get my 🍷 glass Ready"!!😊😘Thank you oddy🤗
MzBeeBee bea your "glass of wine, glass"?
Why would you put an emoji if it only makes the sentence make LESS sense?
@@goddammitalana Because I CAN! BYEEEEEEEEE 🏌️
Me too
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MsBee BEA me, too. 🍾🍾
I love how you have your channel logo embedded into the various period photographs, pretty cool.
Omg PERFECT way to start my rainy morning! Hot coffee and this video just curled up on the sofa!
I love it when you post Oddie 💖💖
Loved it! I introduced my husband to your channel, I was insistant that he had to hear you tell a story and then explain, that you do all the detail to the pictures as well as all the narration and voice overs. He's hooked!
You are brilliant! Thank You, for such wonderful stories and work!
Such wonderful feedback
makes the time and effort well worthwhile. :)
Thank you Shelli (and hubby!)
where i live at in Pittsburgh,pa there is a theater called Mr. Smalls Theater, after seeing this it seems weird.
You're in PA too! Smalls theater?That's interesting !
What do u find weird about Mr.smalls theater??
I was in radio many years ago, and can appreciate your blooper. Often times the more one tries to get it right the more the giggles take over. As we did recording on off hours (usually late at night) it did as well to pack it in ‘til next day.
So very true - once one gets the giggles over a word or sentence, it's very hard to stop :)
oh, i do love seeing the vids you post. Oddie, you are a lovely story teller.
I agree.
UGH!!!! It's sooooo frustrating because your videos are sooooo good that they aren't posted frequently enough. Well done with yet another fascinating story in history.
HE WAS MURDERED. HE WAS A JERK, BACK THEN YOU COULD GET AWAY WITH MURDER.
You still can get away with murder no doubt. Of course we won't necessarily know.
Smally the dawg didn't deserve that.
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@@suzannaandrea4306 and celebrities.
Money and sex is a dangerous couple
Lovin' your videos so much that i actually watch them every night before i go to bed😴😴 I swear that's no lie!! Keep up the excellent work buddy😊😊
Very much appreciated my friend :)
My Father was a Dr..and, he used his Voice, to mildly hypnotize..his patients..to calm them down..I have picked up..that voice affect...too! people say..they always remember..my voice....that's why I like your voice..it reminds me of, familiarity..good campfire storytelling voice...
Oh how happy I feel when I see you’ve posted. Thanks from Bath Britain. I was feeling a bit low and this was enough to give me a lift. Appreciate x
LOL! I absolutely LOVE the blooper, Oddie! Thanks for including it.
...Wow! This guy was a real piece work. I'm sure he wasn't missed much. In the end....the lawyers got the money. Sounds about right. Ugh🙄. I really enjoyed this video!
I liked your extra touches like the cat sitting in the corner, the exhaust pipe smoke, the falling dollar bills, the birds and your voice when you were quoting your characters. Looking forward to next video.
I have never clicked so fast on a notification before. Lol
Im wondering if maybe one of his chorus girls took some type of revenge on him. Maybe she fell pregnant and he refused to help or anything. A true mystery.
So glad you are going to post on here. I love this channel! ❤❤
I just found your channel and I love it!!!! The notification bell is waiting for the next one🔔👍. Keep the vlogs Coming and God bless you.
PS, Love your voice, it's very relaxing. I'm binge watching your back vids now!!! Truth is so much stranger than fiction! Love your narration. Keep them coming.
Thanks for your very kind feedback Stephanie - very much appreciated :)
I adore your imagery. Everything is so finely done. C from the little cottage in Ireland ☘️☘️☘️👻👻👻
I'm from London Ontario where this happened. I've been to the Grand Theater countless times. His box is always kept empty and his office which is located behind his box has been locked since his dissaperence.
Locked?? Please gain entry!
LONG LIVE ODDIE. I 💖 YOUR VOICE
Yes, Oddy, you do masterpieces on every story you do...you put your heart,soul,blood,,sweat,and tears into each one and it shows! I watch you All the time and even go back to hear and see them again and again! Your voice is so soothing and relaxing..Thank you so much for sharing with us👏👏👏👏💝
Much appreciated Betty!
Interesting video, i love hearing about unsolved crimes from the late 19th century/early 20th century.
I love these stories, ObsoleteOddity. I've just discovered this channel this past week. I've been watching a couple of episodes in my bed before dozing off to sleep. The stories are all so well done and the way you present them, so unique. The music is great, visuals are amazing,...and love to read along with the story that you tell. I haven't read through your comments, so I don't know if others appreciate your talent as much as I do. Also,...love the creepy factor of each story! I would have never known about these people in your stories and each one is fascinating!
Thank you very much for your kind feedback - much appreciated :)
Thank you! Another excellent video. Looking forward to the bonus feature in which you reveal how your videos are produced..
I'm so glad that you're voicing your old videos. I tried to watch a few of them and I was waiting for your voice but it never came on.
Thanks for all of your hard work. I love your stories an your voice is amazing!! With love, Angie Panama City Beach, FL 🌴✌🌴
As a new subscriber, I am thoroughly enjoying old and new stories of yours. I see this is over 2 years old and you mentioned “your next one would detail how you make these”. I guess I’ll delve into your playlists to find it! Thank you for all your hard work.
Welcome aboard Susan! Thank you so much for reaching out with your kind feedback 😊
Your voice is like no other,grabs you & takes you wherever the story takes place.
Your work is so gorgeous. You honest could read us the dullest story out of a vintage newspaper and make it exciting! Your voice and your videos are truly a gift!❤
Good morn Mr.Oddie hope your doing awesome . So I was asleep in bed and I heard notification sound bout hour ago around 3am looks like Im startn the day early today I just gotta say you are the only channel that can wake me up without makn me cranky .Hope ya have a wicked good day ...Peace
You are fantastic and your "after reel" made me giggle. Now that I am about to cash my first check from an independent earning I can finally contribute to your channel in the next week. Thank you for the free TH-cam uploads, whilst trying to find work I've needed respite. And all the searching paid off. Keep up the great work, you are truly a rarity 🧡
Much love, Kaye
Thank you very much for your kind feedback and support Kayla - much appreciated. :)
When I got the message saying you had a new video I jumped on here to see what you had for us. I do love listening to your stories. LOVE the bloopers too. Makes me laugh with you. LOL
Thankyou for continuing to post on TH-cam. I cannot afford to be a Patreon but love your stories. The bloopet had me laughing because your tone in the stories are serious. I like all sides of your personality.
Greed is the root to evil! Money can be a blessing and a curse all at the same time! And when you get a say settlement of any money people come out of the wood work..SMH..🤦♀️..so sad this had to happen to this man!
I really enjoy your little additions to the still photos. Small things can sometimes make a very remarkable difference.
So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊
Like the little signs you added in. “Obsolete Oddity” here and there
I have a TV in my Retreat and an 83” screen in my living room, but I don’t use them anymore, at least not for at least 2 years. When I do check the guide, there end up being nothing good to watch. TH-cam allows me to watch anything I want, anytime I want. My TVs collect mostly dust. My husband watches HIS TV, but that’s about it. I love your videos, however, I do not watch the ones with hauntings and ghosts. Don’t like them. But your other videos are considered lessons in history. Thank you for your skill and special effects. Of all historical videos yours are far the very best. I’m always looking for more. I have never subscribed to any channel, but I will with yours. I love how you narrate. You are awesome. Don’t quit and don’t stop reading your texts. It helps to keep up with the stories without having to keep my eyes glued to the screen, otherwise, I might as well read a history book.
Thanks for the loyalty and great feedback Edith!
Proudly first. Great work as always Oddie!
Hey thanks James, I think you're the very first to comment on TH-cam and not Patreon. :)
Haha you are welcome Oddie. I'll be sure to leave a 5th or 12th or whatever comment I may be on your Patreon video as well :)
Cheers my friend!
That's been a treat, thank you so much for that Xxxx
Blessings to you, yours, your fur babies and all your followers worldwide Xxx
So true. Quality every time. Great job Oddie.
Thank you for keeping your youtube up Oddy 🙏💝🙌
love ur videos❤️ its 9:30 am here in Egypt, its nice to wakeup to ur calming voice
Great story, told well in an interesting way! The buildings were built so beautifully back then, weren't they? Thanks for sharing this & I'm so happy you are back to your previous "status" as a monetized TH-camr, you deserve it!
Thanks for your very kind feedback my friend - very much appreciated :)
Once again outstanding job! The Doughty character seemed to know more than apparent. As he stole the bonds, I believe he was somehow complicit. 😸😼😼
Hmmm ... I am wondering if he finally fell in love and just left with the help of his ‘right hand man’ ... perhaps the bonds were a payment for his help in Mr Smalls ‘escape’?
It would be just conjecture, without more facts from the case. Megalomaniac men who chase the almighty dollar and women, don't usually abandon their fortunes.🙀🙀🙀
@@christophermaggard9917 Exactly!!!
Or the wife wierd sister and husband died soon after wedding maybe she knew something then again cars weren't very safe back then
I really enjoy the way you tell your tales. Thanks.
I am in Toronto. and just shared this with weird Toronto. hope it brings more viewers.:)
Thank you for doing a Canadian story being that I am Canadian. I live in Medicine Hat, Alberta. I love hearing these stories of the late 1800's and early 1900's. I always try to imagine being a person living in one of your stories thinking how I would be dressed, where and how I lived etc.. Please keep doing these stories you have perfect timing and greatest voice for it.
I get so excited when I see a posted video from you!!! Love the work you do!!! Sounds like he was murdered and most probably so was his sister in my opinion. Money is a great instigator. Very interesting.
I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your channel. I'm busy making masks for my family who's working amongst this madness that's going on. And I can listen to your stories as I go about my duties. Thank you. From Ceres California.
Thank you very much for your kind feedback Jess - much appreciated :)
I love this one! Definitely going to watch again tonight ( I should have saved it, but it’s not a crime to watch several times! ). I love the details in the video and the mystery of the story. Gold content, I feel spoiled again! Looking forward to the next! The end, omg! Lol! Thanks for the laugh, too! Love xx
I’m a relatively new subscriber to your channel and have been binge watching. Your work is excellent. Aside from the detailed production work (which you so obviously take great pains to execute), your historical research is unsurpassed on TH-cam. Thank you!
By the way, as a performer, I really appreciate your character voices! Lol!
Thanks for your kind feedback Emily - much appreciated :)All the best for 2020!
On-tare-ee-oh! That’s how you pronounce it so!
Absolutely appreciate the effort that you put into each video.
Yes, the pronounciation of Ontario was a bit off. But I think points should be given for getting Saskatoon and Toronto spot on.
Very glad I found your videos. The cases are interesting and I love the detail in your work. One of my favourites.
What a fabulously intriguing story for my bedtime, Oddie! So many possibilities, all equally feasible. As usual, meticulous detail & perfect music. You put so much work into your vids. Loved the cute cat in the right hand corner! 🐈💖
thanks oddie for another amazing video i do really appreciate it
My morning coffee and your great videos, I'm glad u still use TH-cam, it really makes my day!
Morning! Thanks very much for your kind feedback Paula 😊 much appreciated!
Absolutely beautifully told. This has to be one of my favorite videos you've done. A really good whodunit!
Hi Oddie, love the old time pictures and the special effects are great. Thank you.
Many thanks for your great feedback my friend - Much appreciated :)
Great story... Love to hear more from... You are a terrific narrator of your stories.. Say Hi to the Mrs. Oddie..
Love your videos!!! Thank you for posting again! Well made as usual.
Another winner of a video (as always) Oddie , would you consider doing a video on the dissapearenc of another Ambrose.... American author and Civil War veteran Ambrose Bierce , and possibly the dissapearenc of Judge Crater in 1920's New York City. Thanks for all the hard work you put in your videos !.
Loved the video. The images, photos, your voice and laughter ! A real pleasure.
👍🏼🍻🍺 Cheers, Oddie you're a welcome 'guest ' in my place , any time of day !
Thank you for such wonderful entertainment. Bless you . 💐
Outstanding presentation and beautiful soothing voice. Great job, Mr Oddie! One of the best on TH-cam
Thank you very much for your lovely feedback Valeria - much appreciated :)
Hi Oddie! Just finished watching this video. An interesting case to be sure. After hearing the details, my conclusion is that Small was murdered. A shrewd businessman who worked hard to make his fortune didn't just take off somewhere and neither collect the rest of the money he was owed nor spend any of the money he'd already accumulated. Your voice was just what I needed to hear when I woke this morning. Thank you for another wonderful video! The blooper at the end had me laughing because of how you were laughing. Looking forward to seeing how you go about creating your content! Take care Oddie! ❤
Just found this place and love it. Gives me a chance to relax enough so I will get tired and go to sleep. But I have to search more and see what else I can find and enjoy. Thank you, I love this.
Welcome! Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your very kind feedback Louis, much appreciated :)
WOW..Most intriguing Oddie, Yes Money is the root to all evil...It was so easy back then to make someone disappear, the perfect crime as they say. I was picturing his remains chained under water or something, then you spoke of his sister ending up in a watery grave from a horrible accident. You can't help but think John Doughty was responsible, after all, he was the last to see him alive and went in to take bonds as if knowing Ambrose was unable to say anything at the time, maybe not in it alone, perhaps with someone else, but he sure was brazen to just help himself to Ambrose's money.....THANKS for the share Oddie, I do love a good mystery :-)
John Doughty seems unlikely to just suddenly after all years murder his boss, but if there was any shady meetings going on he would probably know the date and time of them , if not place - if his boss then never returned from a meeting like that, those bonds might look like easy pickings ?
Money isn't the root of all evil. It's the love of money
ObsoleteOddity once again , thank you for the wonderful content..it is truly appreciated.. especially for those of us who for whatever reason cannot watch your videos on Pateron....we are thankful 😊
Oh, this was another awesome one! Can't wait for the next one love your laugh and the blooper. :-)
Once again dear soul...I thank you for your time in doing these vids for us! I would never go to sleep if you narrated all the book writers I enjoy! Be blessed my dear! 🎋
That's a wonderful compliment, thank you so much :)
@@ObsoleteOddity 💓
Yeees!!! Salamat {thanks} for this awesome vid - as always!!
Excellent work, as always 😍
This is a very intriguing case thank you Oddie I really enjoy cases like these I really enjoyed your blooper segment at the end I would like to see more of those
I'm so inlove with your voice I feel like I can actually visualise every moment of the stories you tell ,keep up the great work that you do and we do appreciate the time you put into your presentations.
I really appreciate that. Thank you :)
Wow I love your laughter so cute. Another great video.
You show such interesting stuff. I am thrilled I found your channel. Thank you.
Thank you Odie wishing I could afford Patreon. Your stories, voice, video style are the best. I don't subscribe to others who do what you do as are trying to be creepy, repetitive pix or none at all! Love your awesome use of vintage pics to place what looked like back then.
This Ambrose guy pretty much everyone back then believed she did it. He wouldn't need her now for an inheritance but they thought she may have felt was owed for putting up with the public humiliation of his indiscretions, his tight fistedness in regards to money & his poor behavior towards her generally. Today we would possibly call him psychologically abusive.
She lived under a cloud till she died & I think if I'd been her I would have a few years after the incident moved to Europe. The war was over & at least they're more discreet in their gossip at the time. It wouldn't surprise me if she didn't have him killed or someone in her family did it to free her.