BettyO's New Book

[PaigeBooth]

I think the name of this thread says it all! Like many of us, I recently had the pleasure of reading Betty Ownsbey's wonderful book, Alias Paine 2nd addition. Therefore, I am dedicating this thread entirely to the subject of Betty's truly remarkable book, and I am sure many of us (like myself) find it to be a truly vital piece of Lincoln assassination literature.

Reading Alias Paine 2nd addition was especially informative for me because I never read the first addition, and (on Betty's recommendation) I anxiously awaited the release of the 2nd addition. Below are some things I found especially interesting:

# Exceptional detail and information regarding the Branson family. Betty, I had no idea what an important role the Branson family played in Lewis Powell's life. Your attention to detail and ability to explain all aspects and possibilities regarding Maggie and Mary Branson and their family's possible involvement was all new information to me and was of great interest. And the part Joseph Branson Sr. played in it all -- amazing stuff!

# Betty, I also enjoyed your portrayal of Louis Weichmann in Alias. I have always had a particular interest in Weichmann (currently writing a paper on him for school) and it was quite refreshing for me to read his direct relationship with Powell. I really liked that you did not come right out and confirm Weichmann's innocence, Betty, but instead tempt us to imagine Weichmann knew a little more than he lead on...

# Powell's fondness for... well, maybe I am saying too much -you will need to read the book if you want to know more...

Well, these are some things I thought of right now. I will most definitely remember other things in the book I enjoyed and probably some other questions as I go back through the book and refresh myself. I will post them as I think of them.

Thank you so much for your outstanding research, Betty! Alias Paine 2nd addition is truly appreciated!