Louis Weichmann

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I never met Erich, only corresponded with him occasionally back in the late-80s and early-90s. If I recall correctly, he was mainly in touch with the late-John C. Brennan. Erich did a tremendous amount of research on Weichmann, especially the years that Weichmann spent in Anderson, Indiana. I believe that Erich was/is from Anderson.

He was the one that found out about Weichmann having married and also being so paranoid about Surratts following him. At the time that he was working with the Surratt Society, he was very well-received, albeit somewhat shy. I would guess him to have been in his early-30s at that time, so he may have been intimidated somewhat. However, both Hall and Brennan (with whom he dealt mainly) were always warm and welcoming to interested persons, no matter their age.

Erich failed to renew his Society membership about ten or so years ago, and I honestly don't know what happened to him. I believe that our research center has some of his work.