Mentor Public Library: Discover The True Criminal History Of Lake County's Own Mad Hatter

Press release from Mentor Public Library :

July 28, 2021

Discover the true story of Lake County native Nelson Radabaugh, an inveterate conman who scammed hundreds of people out of millions of dollars with fraudulent gold mines.

Local historian Ginnie Jeschelnig will talk about Radabaugh’s life and crimes during a program at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 11, at our Main Branch.

Radabaugh led a fascinating life that took him from the stage on Mentor High School to designing custom hats for wealthy women to federal court.

Jeschelnig’s program is free to attend, and registration is required. People can sign up on our website at (440) 255-8811 ext. 247.

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