356: Canadian Legends: The Lost Lemon Mine and The Vanishing Village at Angikuni Lake

Episode 356: In this episode, we explore two enduring Canadian legends that have captivated imaginations for generations. Our journey begins with the Lost Lemon Mine, a tale from the Canadian Rockies dating back to 1870. Two prospectors, Frank Lemon and “Blackjack,” allegedly discovered gold, but their expedition descended into a dark saga of murder, madness, and an alleged curse that has kept the mine’s location hidden for over 150 years.

We then venture to the frigid wilderness of Nunavut, where the mystery of the vanishing village at Angikuni Lake unfolds. In November 1930, fur trapper Joe Labelle reportedly discovered an abandoned Inuit settlement, sparking an investigation and endless speculation about the disappearance of an entire Inuit village. Join us as we delve into these fascinating Canadian mysteries, examining the evidence, historical context, and their lasting impact on the nation’s folklore.

Sources:

The Last Great Unsolved Mystery

Reader’s Digest Article about Oak Island

47: The Legend of Slumach and his Lost Gold Mine (BC)

The Legend of the Lost Lemon Mine

The Lost Lemon Mine | Canadian Encyclopedia

Blackjack’s ghostly legacy | LostLemon.com

The Lost Lemon Mine: An Unsolved Mystery of the Old West by Ron Stewart | goodreads.com

The Lost Lemon Mine: The Greatest Mystery of the Canadian Rockies by Dan Riley

Nov 27, 1930, page 7 – The Bee at Newspapers.com

The Vanishing Village of Angikuni Lake

The Vanishing Village of Angikuni Lake — Canada’s Great Disappearance