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Beulah May Annan (née Sheriff; November 18, 1899 – March 10, 1928) was an American suspected murderer. Her story inspired Maurine Dallas Watkins 's play Chicago in 1926.
Apr 2, 2024 · Beulah Annan was accused of killing her lover in 1924, sparking a media frenzy and a Broadway musical. Learn about her case, trial, and legacy from Chicago History Museum.
Mar 17, 2003 · Beulah May Annan, the 23 year old wife who shot “the other man” Thursday afternoon to the tune of her husband’s phonograph, was held to the grand jury yesterday afternoon by a coroner’s jury, which charged her with the murder of Harry Kalstedt.
Nov 29, 2019 · Beulah Annan was a chorus girl accused of murdering her lover in 1924. She inspired the character Roxie Hart in the hit play and film 'Chicago', based on a reporter's stories. Learn more about her and the other women of 'Murderess Row' in this book.
Oct 14, 2020 · Beulah Annan and Belva Gaertner were two real-life women who inspired the musical Chicago. They were accused of killing their lovers in the Jazz Age and used their beauty and charm to escape justice.
Apr 4, 2024 · Beulah Annan was a young, liquored-up woman who shot her lover in 1924 and became the inspiration for the hit play 'Chicago'. Read her story and see photos from the Tribune's archive.
Apr 1, 2021 · Beulah Annan shot her lover and coworker, Harry Kalstedt, in her South Side apartment and became a media sensation. Her case inspired the play and musical "Chicago", based on the character Roxie Hart.
