![]() Vadeboncoeur’s doctor treated him for a stomach bug and his wife was told to call the doctor back if his condition worsened. ![]() Only eating one of the treats, his symptoms did not point so clearly toward poisoning. Luckily his doctor suspected poisoning and was able to administer proper treatment. Cassavant became violently ill, leaving his date behind at the theatre to return home. Providence Daily Journal, January 28, 1916 Though his brother chastised him for eating mystery food sent by mail, he ate two of them and gave one of the tasty treats to a friend, Almand Vadeboncoeur. Henry Cassavant of Woonsocket, Rhode Island received three cream puffs by special delivery mail. The Evening Call, Woonsocket, January 27, 1916 ![]() This is a story of love, jealousy, and sweet revenge that ended with murder in Woonsocket, Rhode Island in 1916. She referred to the story as the “Cream Puff Murder.” This did not ring any bells with our staff, but we were definitely intrigued by murder and sweet treats!Īfter digging in the local papers, we found the story of Hattie Oakley and her victims: Henry Cassavant and Almand Vadeboncoeur. ![]() A few months ago we received a request from a patron looking into a bit of family lore that had been passed down for years. ![]() Every once in a while a research question sticks with us. ![]()
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