Centre Congregational Church

“Murder at Breakheart Hill Farm” will be the subject of the Tuesday evening, April 21 meeting of the Lynnfield Historical Society held at 7 pm at the Centre Congregational Church. Local historians Alison Simcox and Douglas Heath will be the guest speakers.On a stormy October night in 1900, George Bailey, caretaker of the Breakheart Hill Farm in Saugus, disappeared. Farmhand John Best, with a history of violence and heavy drinking, was immediately suspected. The crime triggered one of the Boston area’s most sensational murder mysteries. For weeks, the Boston papers reported “bombshell” evidence with graphic images. Thousands flooded the streets around the Salem Superior Courthouse during the ensuing trial. Using official records and newspaper archives, the speakers uncovered the facts and bizarre circumstances of this shocking tale.Alison Simcox and Douglas Heath, both retired Environment Scientists, have written several books in addition to the Breakheart Hill Farm whodunit. Other subjects include Lake Quannapowitt, Breakheart Reservation, and the Middlesex Fells. Signed copies of their books will be available for sale after the presentation.Parking is available behind the Centre Congregational Church off Main Street. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome.

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