The Fiery Tomb of Josie Arlington

Southern Gothic

Southern Gothic Media LLC

True Crime, Documentary, Society & Culture, History

4.6 • 836 Ratings

🗓️ 18 December 2022

⏱️ 43 minutes

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Josie Arlington, one of the most infamous Madams in New Orleans’ red-light district, Storyville was born Mary Anna Deubler to impoverished German immigrants in 1864. Theories abound as to exactly why or when Josie entered the world of sex work, but by at least the age of seventeen she was working in the brothels of New Orleans. Entrepreneurial in spirit, Josie worked to create a life greater than what she knew, first owning the ‘Chateau Lobrano,’ and then with the creation of Storyville she built and operated The Arlington at 225 North Basin Street. The Arlington was considered one of the finest brothels in the city. Yet despite her flourishing business and increasing wealth, what Josie wanted most was to be a respected woman of New Orleans society. Josie would never get her wish in life, but she left behind a legacy that exceeds just her life. Even her tomb is unique with carved torches and a bronze maiden knocking on the door. And if the stories are true the flames continue to burst into life and the maiden knocks on the door of the tomb, forever attempting to gain entry. Help Southern Gothic grow by becoming a Patreon Supporter today! Connect with Southern Gothic Media:Join our New Facebook Group! Website: SouthernGothicMedia.com Merch Store: https://www.southerngothicmedia.com/merch Pinterest: @SouthernGothicMedia Facebook: @SouthernGothicMedia Instagram: @SouthernGothicMedia Twitter: @SoGoPodcast This week’s episode is made possible by the following sponsors:Green Chef, a CCOF-certified meal kit company that makes eating well easy with plans to fit every lifestyle. Whether you’re Keto, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, or just looking to eat more balanced meals, Use code GOTHIC599 to get $5.99 per meal on your 1st box and your 1st box ships Free!! Uncommon Goods makes it easy to find remarkable and truly original gifts for anyone. To get 15% off your next gift, go to UncommonGoods.com/Gothic. Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer! Uncommon Goods. We’re all out of the ordinary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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