ANSWER: No. 19 year old William Garretson is released because of lack of evidence he was originally the prime suspect in the murders of Sharon tate . Pretty girl, too. "My husband, I really don't think anybody in the area here, never gave him a chance of day," Linda Derr, Garretson's ex-wife said. Anything I recall is freely available out there to anyone. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Hi, Beauders. After testifying in the Manson family trials in 1970, William ended up moving back to his hometown of Lancaster, Ohio. Lancaster is famous for General William Tecumseh Sherman. QUESTION: About what time I cant pronounce the name myself what time did that dog leave? THE COURT: Overruled, you may answer that. Numerous blind alleys. Content apart, I like GreenWhite's style. QUESTION: About what time did you arrive? Actually, if you need backstory, start by reading the parts of, After that, read the Garretson articles on the right over there ------------------------->, For 21st century Billy info, read or refresh yourself on. QUESTION: Did anyone live with you in the guest house? Or even resemble it at times. Garretson was a caretaker at 10050 Cielo Drive in Benedict Canyon, which, at the time, was being rented to director Roman Polanski, and his wife, actress Sharon Tate. He was held for questioning over the weekend and released after police said there was just no evidence against him. QUESTION: And then you were released from custody? Husband of Helen Garretson. QUESTION: Is the button near the telephone pole where I am pointing now? He said to try to always travel in numbers and, to graciously decline any offers of complimentary beverages or, food (roofies, drugs, kidnapping risk and, even the possibility of organ harvesting!We had 6 hours to kill before we had to be back at the venue to share in a communal meal and, sound check before we had another 3 hour break before we had to play. ANSWER: From a distance maybe, but that would be all. I wanted to do a post on this, but hopefully we can open up a discussion (or rediscussion) on this and the other points here on G&W's post. Soon after, Charles Manson and five followers were arrested and charged with the murders of seven people, including the actress. QUESTION: His barking then was not extraordinary or unusual in any respect? QUESTION: Another photograph of the living room, is that correct? Rudy Altobelli, hired a live-in caretaker named William Garretson to look after the property. 3. I'm indeed the Donna Jean of the MB but know I'm gonna shine lol. QUESTION: And after you testify in this case, you intend to return to Lancaster, sir? MR. SHINN: Move to strike the last portion of his answer as not responsive. Then counter every possible defence angle, whether it be drugs, mental illness, coercion, alibi etc. ANSWER: They usually did bark, you know, during the night. and, hung out with Billy at the Cielo pool and, guesthouse. Blanchard found an unexpected ally in William Garretson, who had been the teenage caretaker of Tate's house at the time of her death and the first suspect taken into custody for the killings. Here's the proof.". The Garretsons. Though she didn't want to speak ill of the dead, Snider-Bitler described Manson's death as a relief. THE COURT: What part do you claim impeaches him? Would you have to close it or would it automatically close? QUESTION: You have never been to Spahn Movie Ranch? QUESTION: Without telling me what he said, did Mr. Parent ask you well, without telling me the nature what was said in the conversation, did you have a discussion with Mr. Parent QUESTION: Did you hear any loud noises of any kind whatsoever? Conviction (s) Murder. His father, William, died in 1792, and after that most . I know the story as it's told has Billy thumbing a ride to California sometime in 1968, but we are unable to produce an Ohio address for him between late spring of 1967 and early 1970. May it be marked as Peoples 17 for identification? Maybe he tried women's wigs first and failed. Late night parties did occur at the main house so it is entirely possible that Garretson did not fully understand what danger was occurring that night. William's life was certainly filled with heartbreak and tragedy. Talk about a good way to keep the miles off of that car.Bill Garretson did get charged for posession of marijuana in LA, but I've not seen an arrest or police report on that.It is believed by some that Bill could ultimately have been facing probation in California. For classmates and the ex-wife of William Garretson, a Lancaster native. MR. FITZGERALD: Certainly I will do that. None of Billy's few interviews asked the questions I would call the necessary questions. Garrison really suffered trauma. Could this have been the baby the 2 men took to the guesthouse the night of the murders? And then move into Cielo Drive (albeit the not air-conditioned guest house) with the property owner who also btw runs around town with Hollywood stars? "Uncle Bill had no teeth"Uncle Bill was an engineer on the B&O RR and in his early 40's at the oldest. MR. FITZGERALD: That it was 2 or 3 hours after Parent left that he heard the dogs barking. We will update William Garretson's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible. ANSWER: I know their name by Tom and Dave. (Aaron Sr. and Aaron Jr.) Aaron Garretson, Sr., our 3 rd great-grandfather, was the 7th of 10 children in a Quaker family. Or maybe not. He is not dating anyone. ANSWER: It wasnt raining or anything, I think it was a clear night. He claimed that he didn't know whether he had or not, that the person he had hiked out to LA with, told him that some guy had shone his tings while he was crashed out. He was the caretaker of the Polanski residence, 10050 Cielo Drive in Benedict Canyon, at the time of Sharon Tates murder by Tex Watson, Susan Atkins, and Patricia Krenwinkel. !Completely grossed out we finally bartered Justin's sad sack ass for 6 smokes! When he was there, he said he'd been up two nights solid {no pun intended} and he had no awareness of any sexual activity. QUESTION: Would it be unusual for you to see a number of people, lets say 7 or 8 guests or acquaintances in the vicinity of the main house near the pool area, or in the pool area, in the Frykowski needn't have been "screaming" as suggested to be heard down below. QUESTION: So you did hear Christopher barking, isnt that correct? William Garretson was 19, from Ohio and lived in the guesthouse. QUESTION: Does he appear to resemble this man? QUESTION: Did it appear to you when Christopher barked 2 or 3 hours after Steven Parent left that the dog was indicating to you that somebody had arrived on the premises? She was executed on March 20, 1899, at Sing Sing Correctional Facility for the murder of her stepdaughter Ida Place. The other guy can f himself forever. This could have had an impact on his duties at Cielo, especially if he had to do any time, and especially if Rudi Altobelli was still out of the country. I definitely remember Billy's sleeping thru a bj story but the train part is for stronger minds lol. ANSWER: It was about medium. He is from USA. MR. KANAREK: I object on the grounds of hearsay, Your Honor. QUESTION: About what time did he make a phone call? I hope you liked my Irish Rover joke in my previous post. QUESTION: Is this called the guest house? William Garretson, who moved back to his home town of Lancaster, Ohio after his arrest, was called as a witness by and on behalf of the People of the State of California v. Charles Manson, and testified in the trial on July 26, 1970. daughter. One of Kathleen's two sisters died at 20 years old from the flu. These cookies do not store any personal information. QUESTION: All right, the acoustics have you ever heard people talking in the vicinity of the pool area? I dunno if you're a god or bacterium I'm a shapeshifter you'll find me on Sandymount Strand contemplating the Ineluctable modality of the visible. ANSWER: The line was dead. Aaron Stovitz wins the one-liner of the day award. ANSWER: No. I don't have a link, but I have seen the transcript of the interview in a number of places. Certainly getting busted could have been used as a lever to get Garretson to cooperate. evening, during the months of March, April, May, June, and July? That seems not likely but I base that on my own laziness and regard for comfort. She was already a business college graduate and out in the work world. Do you know what is depicted in that photo? the mystery of the caretaker at Cielo Drive, Just after midnight on August 9th, 1969, four members of the Manson Family approached the property at 10050 Cielo Drive in Benedict Canyon. QUESTION: What did you do after Mr. Parent left? daughter. Local resident adds 'strange' details about gory Manson killing spree, From the archives: Mother thinks son couldn't be killer, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Was never hard to get a ride either. Death by electrocution. That was when I just turned 18; and, well what the story was, I was with this one kid that, you know, I knew, and he went and bought these girls a beer, and I happened to be with him when he was in the store, so I was charged for it. QUESTION: Did they bark when Mr. Parent arrived that night? After Parent gave Garretson a ride back to the estate the young caretaker thanked him. QUESTION: How did you get from the gate to the guest house, what route did you take? QUESTION: Did the dogs ever bark when the visitor was entering the gate of the Tate residence? QUESTION: Do you recall what the records were? QUESTION: When you called around dawn, you say the line was dead, is that correct? ANSWER: They would start to barking well, it would take about 6 seconds before the visitor would come to the door. My internal dialogue is all over-caution and hey don't do that, dude. THE COURT: The motion is granted. At the TLB trial, Bill was asked how exactly he landed the job at Cielo, and Bugliosi shot off an instant objection on the grounds of being outside of the scope of foundation.Although I cannot presently recall the source, Bill was said to have a 1968 Chevy Camaro parked back home in Lancaster as he set out to hitch across America in October 1968. To me, that's a coward.". Mind you, these people are rich for real, not your local busiest orthodontist who married a surgeon or whatever, or a ballplayer or singer. When Mrs. Polanski came back, yes, it was there. I'm probably just trying to say that Billy was most likely more ingratiated that many people believe. By using this site you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. ANSWER: Yes. If you find it again, please fill us in or put up a link.Whut. Where is William Garretson today, on the 50th anniversary of the murders? The richest couple in his wealthy state receive weekly deliveries. WILLIAM GARRETSON, caretaker at Cielo Drive. Lt Burdick asks who the sex that Bill says he's had was with, and Bill then goes on to relate the tale of the sleeping booty. Kids from Lancaster are tough. QUESTION: I show you Peoples 5 for identification, a photograph of a young boy and girl? I'd at least take the bus with some of my Camaro money. I could not distinguish if he was barking any louder than he generally was any other night. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. QUESTION: Then you hitchhiked up Benedict Canyon, right? There's too much (hate) on this earth now, so Manson is at peace now, I hope.". I have always believed that Garrettson travelled from Ohio to Los Angeles on a train. Check out cielodrive.com. It is another picture of the living room. Maybe he peed on the floor, who knows. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. ANSWER: Around the walk to the guest house, its in front, way in front is the guest house. After Parent gave Garretson a ride back to the estate, the young caretaker thanked him and invited Parent to stop by anytime he was in the area. QUESTION: Ok. Did you eventually fall asleep? QUESTION: Now, there are 4 entrances to the guest house, correct? Billy, how'd you meet that mobster? QUESTION: When you returned at approximately 10:00 pm, did you see anyone about the premises? Do you recog- Your Resource for the Tate-LaBianca (TLB) Murders. He never should've gone out there. $1.85 can only get one so far.Also, it has been traditionally held that Rudi Altobelli met Bill via hitchhiking. A friend down on Santa Monica Boulevard. Who's behind the wheel? There are many hustlers in LA right now who never reach those heights. The following July, when Billy arrives back in LA to testify, he says on the witness stand that the dogs never barked the night of August 8th, 1969. Miriam Garretson born 23 May 1755, married Vincent Parsons 6. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. He's on a little hill with his mom, framed by the forest around them, and watching the sun rise and set every day. Garretson was the caretaker of Rudi Altobelli's Cielo Drive estate in Benedict Canyon, which at the time was rented out to Roman Polanski and his wife Sharon Tate. By using this site you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Linda and Billy were on the same high school yearbook page together. Scrolling through the labels along the right side of the blog reveals that this is the thirteenth time blog writers have mentioned Billy (and remembered to make a label). They took me across. QUESTION: If you recall, when would they normally commence their barking? Billy grew up without a father in this tidy little home. QUESTION: Did you enter through the gate or did you enter through Bella Drive? Do you know what is shown in that photograph? We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Or spit him back to Ohio after shattering his mind. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. William hailed from Ohio but hitchhiked to California after graduating from high school in 1967. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Just that her birth mom was a prostitute and her alleged dad was from "across the river". A. Garretson and Bessie (John) Garretson. QUESTION: But throughout the night you were awake? QUESTION: All right, when were you released? I think maybe you are confusing your cognitions with some sort of notion about "the truth.". You might think Billy was from the sticks and in a way you're right but his hometown of Lancaster, Ohio, is also basically becoming a distant burb of the state capital these days. His current love life is quite a mystery. Sometimes he and Darrell double-dated and Garretson even let those two women (one Debbie T. and a Patty Montgomery) crash at the guesthouse"This hasn't got any dialogue with this Patty woman though Torque - Awesome idea reaching out to the pool friend. May it be marked Peoples 22 for identification? Garretson did not explain why he had withheld his knowledge of the events. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. ANSWER: Yes. Batter the accused from every possible angle. (Sparkling Wine)? The following morning he was discovered in the guest house and quickly arrested on charges of suspicion of murder. Everything said about sex with another man is related to that one happenstance. Didn't he claim he slept through a blowjob on a train? Impromptu writing workshops also routinely take place if you're the typing sort and wish to post. QUESTION: This is the only other time that you had seen him prior to this evening? I'm thinking about taking a road trip to Billy's grave this week, touching the headstone, and telling him I hope he's found some peace. QUESTION: Commonly referred to as the Glass House, are you familiar with that term? ANSWER: I could not really say. QUESTION: Now, you notice there appears to be a black Porsche parked to the left of that Firebird, do you know who owned that? York to Bedford. Cohen's is of course the best and then probably followed by Kaylee Rodgers from your own green island. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. MR. BUGLIOSI: Your Honor, I have here a photograph of 3 cars. QUESTION: Did you investigate the cause or ? This is cross-examination. Thought provoking comments today, sir. Bill did hint during his interview with LAPD that Abigail and Voytek were concerned about this. And did they really come back later that night and loudly argue? ANSWER: I am not sure. What's up, Bill?". Rudy A. seemed quit the creepy old queen, they are a dime a dozen - especially in LA.As for the comment on the sound from the murders being heard/not heard, have you ever lived or visited Benedict Canyon or one like it? Other choices existed. Or maybe employers take nighttime poolside photos of their employees and I've just had shitty jobs. In a moment, we'll discuss a second and just as interesting block of missing time at the end of Billy's stay in California and its possible effects on his eventual testimony. QUESTION: Did he take the radio with him when he left? Property owner Rudy Altobelli, a talent agent, had hired Bill Garretson that spring. ANSWER: I cannot recall the officers name or anything, that I spoke with. QUESTION: When you say they, who are you referring to? I do but didn't until I looked into his story. He had been robbed of his wallet, smokes, jacket, and his $15 pro diem! MR. KANAREK: It is immaterial. And how did he acquire a new car at all? QUESTION: Do you believe you arose around 1:00 pm on that date, sir? Like the Partisan, j'ai chang cent fois de nom And I very rarely post here. MR. BUGLIOSI: Object, Your Honor, this is beyond the scope of the direct examination. Try to lead the proceedings down blind alleys. QUESTION: Was it shortly after Mr. Parent left? The 2 Gypsy women offered the same kind of "hospitality" to ALL 5 OF US in exchange for his release! Tell me no one, not even that crew, is that stupid, Billy. Distractify is a registered trademark. QUESTION: You didnt find them to be barking any more night? Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark' Spoilers That Will Keep You up at Night, The Dysfunctional Roy Family in Succession Might've Been Inspired by These Real Families, Netflix's 'Resident Evil' Show Has Survival Horror Fans Seriously Excited. You consent to our use of cookies if you continue to use this site. MR. BUGLIOSI: Peoples 16 for identification. More About WILLIAM GARRETSON: Occupation: Weaver Notes for MARY A. FRAIZER: Gary Hawley <ghaw@bigfoot.com> Focusing on Garretson's immediate past, as one who survived the murders without a physical scratch, was part of that game and therefore, Bugliosi and Stovitz were of a mind to shut down quickly any loopholes.They also had their ammunition to counter the defence deflection; what Astrocreep refers to as "death by a thousand cuts." A more important question is ~ what did he do with the shirt he was given ? MR. STOVITZ: At one time, Counsel, or all? Well no, lol. QUESTION: And it winds around, doesnt it? QUESTION: And their name was Vargas, is that correct? At 59, he is a big-rig truck driver. Tony Montoya - Kill Me Again (1989) as Alan Swayzie Possibly his tenth depending on how you feel about poor Mr. Stubbs. I'm pretty sure I'll never forget your story. He described Garretson as everybody's friend, and a nice, quiet guy. Nearby, a bloody towel covered the head of hairdresser Jay Sebring, her former boyfriend, who had been stabbed and shot. We are not interested in what the witness usually did. It was just enough so that I could hear it. William Garretson, called as a witness by and on behalf of the defendants, was examined and testified as follows: Direct Examination by Mr. Fitzgerald. QUESTION: Lets stretch it and say Ireland is Europe. I haven't got a clue about WHERE this dialogue was (apologies, stabby Tex pain and, heaps of codeine) but, perhaps Grim, Starviego, Whut, Patty, or, SOMEONE else can remember and, give us a link.Love your posts GW. QUESTION: Did you have a conversation with some police officers? ANSWER: I decided to go back to the guest cottage where I lived. QUESTION: You did not sleep at any time during the night? !when they ask Billy during his polygraph if he ever had sex with a man, and Billy replies that he has, I notice that many researchers harmonize that statement with the blowjob taleActually, it's not researchers that do the harmonizing, it's Garretson himself. Do you know what is shown in that photograph? At the end of every month? ANSWER: I really couldnt say. In 1983 ! Before we get motoring, I want to assert that one indisputable truth in this whole big Charles Manson milieu is that the road is littered with children no one gave a shit about and often hurt. William Garretson was born on August 24, 1949 in Lancaster, Ohio. HS. QUESTION: Do you recall what you did that day? QUESTION: Do you recall what you did that evening, August 8, 1969, a Friday? I had the back door open on the patio by the stereo. And he was high profile. QUESTION: In other words, there would be an interlude of about 6 seconds between the time you heard the dogs bark and the time that the person knocked on your door, is that correct? QUESTION: You were carrying a carton of Coca-Cola in one hand? QUESTION: You had seen him on or about the premises? Father of William Garretson; Elizabeth Downing; John Garretson; Jacob Garretson, Sr. and Martha Kirk. QUESTION: What about the day before, Sunday afternoon at 4:25 in the afternoon? QUESTION: Did you see any cars parked in the driveway? I would request . Billy is thirteen when his dad is indicted in Ohio Amish country for common deadbeatery. ANSWER: They are usually inside when they are barking. Could Billy have been deliberately placed at Cielo as an informant?How Garretson got the job is irrelevant and therefore a distraction and it was important, especially so early in the trial {I think he was the third witness}, not to entertain things that could get any juror's mind wandering.Later in the trial, when Rudi Altobelli is on the stand, both Bugliosi and Ronald Hughes question him a bit on the hiring of Bill Garretson. William Garretson was the caretaker for the 10050 Cielo Drive House that Sharon and Roman were renting. These folks have a few homes on the property but this is the main one we're talking about. It wasnt very loud, you know. MR. BUGLIOSI: I have here another photograph, Your Honor, showing a portion of a residence.
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