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This episode of Small Town Murder Express delves into the chilling murder of Malcolm and Elizabeth Jennings, owners of the Dana Place Inn in Jackson, New Hampshire. The couple was found bound, gagged, and murdered in their cottage, sparking fear and suspicion in the small community. The investigation quickly focused on their daughter Paige's boyfriend, Glide Earl Meek, a man with a troubled past and a penchant for aliases. Meek had a history of burglary and theft, and his relationship with Paige was marked by possessiveness and control. The episode details Meek's criminal history, his tumultuous relationship with Paige, and the events leading up to the murders. It also explores the chilling letter Meek left behind, confessing to the murders and outlining his twisted motives. The letter reveals a disturbing narrative of manipulation, obsession, and a desire to be with Paige in death. The episode concludes with the discovery of the bodies and the investigation that ultimately led to Meek's arrest. The episode also discusses the investigation into the suicide note left behind by Meek, which was later determined to be fake. The episode concludes with the final identification of the bodies and the closing of the case.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction and Announcements

This Chapter introduces the podcast and its hosts, James Petrigallo and Jimmy Wiseman. They announce the upcoming 500th episode and ask listeners for suggestions for the craziest murder case to feature. They also promote their other shows, Crime In Sports and Your Stupid Opinions, and encourage listeners to support the show through Patreon and Shut Up and Give Me Murder.com.

00:04:23

The Murder in Jackson, New Hampshire

This Chapter introduces the town of Jackson, New Hampshire, and the victims, Malcolm and Elizabeth Jennings, owners of the Dana Place Inn. The episode details the couple's life, their family, and the circumstances surrounding their murder. The investigation quickly focuses on their daughter Paige's boyfriend, Glide Earl Meek, a man with a troubled past and a penchant for aliases.

00:13:48

Glide Earl Meek: A Troubled Past

This Chapter delves into the life of Glide Earl Meek, Paige's boyfriend. The episode details his criminal history, including multiple arrests for burglary and theft, and his tumultuous relationship with Paige. It explores his manipulative personality, his history of violence, and his obsession with Paige.

00:35:42

The Murders and the Confession

This Chapter recounts the events leading up to the murders, including Meek's manipulation of Paige and his attempts to isolate her from her family. It also explores the chilling letter Meek left behind, confessing to the murders and outlining his twisted motives. The letter reveals a disturbing narrative of manipulation, obsession, and a desire to be with Paige in death.

00:50:58

The Discovery and Investigation

This Chapter details the discovery of the bodies and the investigation that ultimately led to Meek's arrest. The episode describes the evidence found at the scene, including the burned shack, the skeletons, and the letter Meek left behind. It also explores the forensic investigation and the efforts to identify the victims and the perpetrator.

01:02:30

The Suicide Note

This Chapter focuses on the suicide note left behind by Meek, which details his plan to kill Paige and himself. The note reveals a disturbing narrative of manipulation, obsession, and a desire to be with Paige in death. The episode also discusses the investigation into the suicide note, which was later determined to be fake.

01:08:07

The Investigation Continues

This Chapter details the ongoing investigation into the murders of Malcolm and Elizabeth Jennings. The episode discusses the discovery of additional evidence, including Meek's teeth, which led to the theory that he used the bodies of two vagrants to set up the murder suicide after he killed Paige somewhere else. The episode also discusses the conflicting conclusions reached by the authorities in New Hampshire and Florida.

01:11:35

The Final Identification

This Chapter details the final identification of the bodies and the closing of the case. The episode discusses the use of new high-resolution video technology to confirm the identification of the suspects. The episode concludes with the final determination that Paige Jennings and Glide Earl Meek were both dead.

01:12:47

The Aftermath

This Chapter discusses the aftermath of the murders and the impact on the Dana Place Inn. The episode also discusses the ongoing mystery surrounding the whereabouts of Glide Earl Meek's body.

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Q&A

• What happened to Malcolm and Elizabeth Jennings?

  Malcolm and Elizabeth Jennings, owners of the Dana Place Inn in Jackson, New Hampshire, were found murdered in their cottage. They were bound, gagged, and had their throats slashed and were repeatedly stabbed.

• Who is Glide Earl Meek and what is his connection to the Jennings family?

  Glide Earl Meek is the main suspect in the murder of Malcolm and Elizabeth Jennings. He was Paige Jennings' boyfriend, and he had a troubled past with multiple arrests for burglary and theft. He was also known for being manipulative and controlling in his relationship with Paige.

• What was Meek's motive for killing the Jennings?

  Meek's motive for killing the Jennings was a twisted desire to be with Paige forever. He believed that the Jennings were interfering with their relationship and that their deaths were the only way they could be together.

• What evidence was found at the scene of the crime?

  The evidence found at the scene of the crime included the burned shack, the skeletons of the victims, and a letter written by Meek confessing to the murders. The letter detailed his plans for the murders and his reasons for killing the Jennings.

• What happened to Paige Jennings after the murders?

  Paige Jennings was devastated by the murders of her parents. She was also deeply affected by her relationship with Meek and the abuse she suffered at his hands. She eventually sought help from a therapist and moved in with her brother, Christopher.

• What was the outcome of the investigation into the suicide note left behind by Meek?

  The suicide note was determined to be fake by a psychologist and a graphologist. The psychologist concluded that Meek had a narcissistic personality and that the note was a fantasy of ideal love. The graphologist agreed, stating that Meek was a person able to lie and deceive.

• What evidence led to the theory that Meek used the bodies of two vagrants to set up the murder suicide?

  The discovery of Meek's teeth in a stolen car in Arizona, three weeks after the murders, led to the theory that he used the bodies of two vagrants to set up the murder suicide after he killed Paige somewhere else.

• How were the bodies of Paige Jennings and Glide Earl Meek finally identified?

  The bodies were finally identified using a new high-resolution video technique that allowed investigators to superimpose an X-ray of the reconstructed skeletal pieces over a medical X-ray of the bone taken of the person who was still alive.

• What was the final conclusion reached by the authorities in the case of the murders of Malcolm and Elizabeth Jennings?

  The authorities in New Hampshire finally closed the case, declaring Glide Earl Meek dead and identifying Paige Jennings as the victim. The case was closed based on the evidence presented by a Florida scientist who used a new video superimposition technique to confirm the identification of the suspects.

• What happened to the Dana Place Inn after the murders?

  The Dana Place Inn was sold to new owners the year after the murders. The new owners said that the murders were a perplexing thing and that guests still ask about them.

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