Murder in Marblehead by Harry Christensen & Richard Santeusanio

This presentation will review the details of the unsolved murder of a Marblehead school teacher nearly 75 years ago. November 25, 1950 was a stormy night. Around 6:30 p.m, as Beryl Atherton was preparing her dog’s supper, she suddenly was brutally choked and her body was severely slashed with a knife horrifying the town of Marblehead. The speakers will present details of the murder, why the case is still unsolved, and their theories of who the murderer may have been. Participants will be encouraged to offer their own theories. A question-answer period will follow the presentation.

Harry Christensen  Harry is a highly decorated marine who has lived his entire life in Marblehead.  He is a former special education teacher and has practiced law for over 40 years. He served as a member of the Marblehead Board of Selectmen for 20 years.