The best way to learn about any subject is from the study of primary source material. The Fall River Historical Society has a wealth of primary material about Lizzie Borden, including the papers of Hosea Knowlton, the prosecuting attorney. You can also view photographs of most of the people and places involved in the story.

Another terrific source for primary material is the Fall River Police Department website.

The house where the murders took place is now a bed and breakfast inn. Check out this site for a good frontal view of the house.

Lizzie Borden was a spinster her entire life. Follow this link to see a photograph of Lizzie as a young girl.

Our story quotes Lizzie's answers to the prosecutor's questions in Parts I and II of the inquest. Follow this link to read Part III.

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