I posted three posts on a day and was told by Paul Ahern who I’ve known and liked for over 40 years that was unwise. It is only from such people you get candor. I explained why I did it, a four day appointment in New York City that prevented me posting. He listened. He…
Whitey Bulger’s Mysterious Move
Catherine Greig spent 16 years on the run with Whitey. Before that she spent a much longer time as his girl friend competing with Theresa Stanley. Catherine, as previously mentioned, has just been hit with an 8 year bit. She’ll get out in her late 60’s. One thing for sure is if Whitey isn’t under…
Most Wanted – A Whitey Book
Tom Foley was a Massachusetts state trooper who rose through the ranks to become a colonel in charge of the 2,300 person force. I met him a couple of times. I always believed Tom was one of the best cops that went after Bulger. There was no question about his dedication and integrity. He wrote a…
American Justice: Catherine Greig vs. Kevin Weeks
I’ll discuss the American Justice system along with events relating to Whitey’s upcoming trial on Mondays. The players: 2012: Catherine Greig: Sixty One Years Old – From South Boston. She pleads guilty to three counts of non violent crimes conspiracy to harbor a fugitive, identity fraud and conspiracy to commit identity fraud. Prior to this…
Books About Whitey
O quam cito transit gloria mundi. There are several books that have been written about the incidents involving Whitey. Some are good. Some not so. I’ll be commenting on them as we move along so that the record is kept straight. I’ll try to do that on Sundays. I’ve…
William “Billy” Bulger – Whitey’s Younger Brother
Billy wrote a book: While The Music Lasts, My Life in Politics. Billy lived in the Old Harbor Village as a kid. Like with many things the name of the place has been changed because some politician had the power to name it after a relative. The person with the power was John William McCormack…