Ghost haunts court: Vision of 1930s-era judge creeps out clerk

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Adam Levine Appreciated Ghosts At Houdini's Haunted Mansion
By Staff
Jun 4, 2007

Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine is glad he recorded his new album at the former mansion of legendary magician Harry Houdini - the ghosts there helped them write "some great songs".

The This Love singer insists the band shared the mansion with things not from this world - but far from being scared they turned to the spirits for musical help.
He says, "I'd show up, do my work, and leave before I could see the blood coming out of the walls". [huh]

http://www.postchronicle.com/news/entertainment/tittletattle/article_21284470.shtml

 

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http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070713/PROGRESS/707130366/1040

They see dead people

By Griffin Pritchard
Progress staff writer
Montgomery Advertiser

When the term "paranor*mal investigators" is heard, many people conjure the co*medic images of Bill Mur*ray, Dan Akroyd and Har*old Ramis as the characters of Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz and Egon Spengler from the 1984 movie "Ghost*busters," cracking wise and shooting atomic beams at the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man.

Ask local residents who are members of the South*ern Paranormal Research*ers, and they'll tell you par*anormal investigation is nothing like that.

"We hang out in New Or*leans. We've been to Charleston," said Leslie Kirk, a member of the Southern Paranormal Re*searchers located in Pratt*ville. "We went to Robinson Springs last week and we've been to the Wetumpka area schools to investigate."

According to the group's founder, Shawn Sellers, while at Robinson Springs Methodist Church, they had an interesting experi*ence.

"We had an instance where we heard someone walking above us and a door opened and closed," said Sellers. "But we haven't been able to go through all of the audio yet to see what else we could find."

"We heard what sounded like a television turning on and we couldn't find the television set," said Kirk.

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"You've got places like New Orleans, Savannah and Charles*ton tapping into their historical roots and offering paranormal tours," said Sellers. "I think that with as much history as this state possesses, it's an untapped market and would a very suc*cessful one for the state to ex*plore."

Sellers and his group, which can be found on the Web at www.southernparanormalre*searchers.com or www.dspr.com, do a weekly ra*dio show that deals with issues of the paranormal. The webcast is scheduled regularly on blogtalk*radio at 9 p.m. Links to the webi*sodes are on the Southern Para*normal Researchers Web site as well as case studies and testimo*nials.

 

[Dr Doran]

I find this really interesting!! My girlfriend's mother's house was haunted. They've seen a man in a suit on numerous occasions, who would just stare and smile. .

How do you know it wasn't me? I wear a suit almost all the time

 

[eniksleestack]

Anybody else watch the TV show Ghost Hunters? Basically, a couple of Roto-Rooter plumbers and their friends research the paranormal on their days off. My father got me excited about it. I'm sure most people think it's the bunk, (my fianc?©e thinks I'm daft) but I like how these guys are so blue collar, and while they're respectful of the witnesses (and of the dead) they also seem to do everything they can to disprove a dubious haunting.

Am I alone here in my addiction to/ respect for this show? [huh]

 

[Dr Doran]

Anybody else watch the TV show Ghost Hunters? Basically, a couple of Roto-Rooter plumbers and their friends research the paranormal on their days off. My father got me excited about it. I'm sure most people think it's the bunk, (my fianc?©e thinks I'm daft) but I like how these guys are so blue collar, and while they're respectful of the witnesses (and of the dead) they also seem to do everything they can to disprove a dubious haunting.

Am I alone here in my addiction to/ respect for this show? [huh]

What network? What channel? I might be able to raise it up if it's not on cable.

 

[nulty]

They Walk by Night

I used to work in a Juvie Detention facility. The building on the grounds we were in dated to 1878. A real creepy place. It's original purpose was as the County Home for the indigent and insane...There is a cemetery on the grounds as well...

I used to do awake Overnight shifts and I can't tell you the number of times I would have to run up the stairwell because I heard "someone walking down and noone is there or hearing footsteps on the floor above and running up and nobody...

They kept a log and over the course of 27 years there were over 150 sightings of only about 3 different characters. A young girl in a white dress, a man in his early 20's wearing striped outfit of some kind and an old man with whiskers, a straw hat and overalls...These apparitions would be seen mostly by the youth who would have no knowledge of past sightings...

I never "felt" a good or bad vibe from the place but something did fly off the wall one time when there's no way it should have and I did feel an ice cold draft waft by me on a still hot July night....

I still don't believe but I know what I've seen and heard....

 

[eniksleestack]

What network? What channel? I might be able to raise it up if it's not on cable.

You can watch a clip here.

http://www.scifi.com/ghosthunters/

 

[Dr Doran]

Thanks, Enik.
And Nulty, I have little problem thinking a remnant of a person's personality can ... errrr ... remain (sorry to be redundant). I only doubt it has a mind or any will or self-consciousness... I think it's just like a lingering smell. I am not sure how it gets "recorded" by its surroundings, though ... electromagnetic energy?
I am ignorant of these matters: I of course have no idea as the evidence is not profuse and seldom repeatable ...

 

[nulty]

Thanks, Enik.
And Nulty, I have little problem thinking a remnant of a person's personality can ... errrr ... remain (sorry to be redundant). I only doubt it has a mind or any will or self-consciousness... I think it's just like a lingering smell. I am not sure how it gets "recorded" by its surroundings, though ... electromagnetic energy?
I am ignorant of these matters: I of course have no idea as the evidence is not profuse and seldom repeatable ...

Good analogy ... "a lingering smell"....I'll have to look twice next time I think I smell an apple pie in the oven.

the thing is though I do believe these things are an energy. Being so there should be a way to capture it. I've seen things move when they shouldn't have and make sounds where none have been. There is something that must propel that. Whether there is a will to that energy I couldn't say.

I say I don't believe. It's too complicated to say why not. It's easy to say I've seen and heard because that is true But I guess my mind just refuses to open the doors of perception that would allow complete acceptance...

 

[Dr Doran]

Good analogy ... "a lingering smell"....I'll have to look twice next time I think I smell an apple pie in the oven.

the thing is though I do believe these things are an energy. Being so there should be a way to capture it. I've seen things move when they shouldn't have and make sounds where none have been. There is something that must propel that. Whether there is a will to that energy I couldn't say.

I say I don't believe. It's too complicated to say why not. It's wast yo say I've seen and heard because that is true But I guess my mind just refuses to open the doors of perception that would allow complete acceptance...

I've never seen a thing, and always wanted to. But I think your attitude is admirably moderate.

 

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Believe it or not: Ghost hunters go high-tech

The pursuit of paranormal activity combines age-old beliefs with 21st century technologies.
By Elsa Wenzel
Associate editor, CNET
Published: July 20, 2007, 4:00 AM PDT

http://news.com.com/Believe+it+or+not+Ghost+hunters+go+high+tech/2100-1008_3-6197680.html

When Sharon Leong conducts field work, she packs a digital camera, a thermometer and an electromagnetic field meter. She isn't a private detective or an electrician. Leong, a legal secretary by day, is an avid ghost hunter by night.

With those gizmos and many others in tow, Leong treks to reputedly haunted homes, battlefields, bars and hotels, gathering what she thinks may be evidence of a world beyond this earthly one.

The pursuit of ghostly evidence has been a popular pastime for centuries. Now, instead of Ouija boards, ghost hunters are increasingly turning to high tech gear to assist in their search.

 

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Probably the best place for this bit of Lovecraftian news

Renovator uncovers mummified infant TheStar.com - GTA - Renovator uncovers mummified infant
Baby found wrapped in bundle of newspaper dated 1925 in wall of Riverdale home
July 25, 2007
Henry Stancu
Staff Reporter
http://www.thestar.com/article/239573

Renovator Bob Kinghorn got the shock of his life when he found a mummified infant wrapped in newspaper dated Sept. 12, 1925, in a house he was working on last night.

"You always hope to find something in walls – coins, antiques – but never a baby," he said as he stood in front of the home on Kintyre Ave., near Broadview Ave. and Queen St. E., late last night.

Kinghorn, 37, who lives two doors away from the three-storey, semi-detached Riverdale area home, was about to drill a hole through a ceiling joist for wiring when he noticed a bundle of newspaper he first thought was insulation in a second floor bedroom of the empty home about 8 p.m.

He said he and a co-worker had noticed a strange smell in the room, but didn't realize what it was until he pulled the package out from the wall.

"When I opened it up, it exposed the child," he said.

The infant, which he estimated at about four months of age, was in a fetal position wrapped in a bundle of old newsprint and he could see tiny toes sticking out.

"It looked the size of my four-month-old," he said, while running his fingers through his hair, still in disbelief at what he had found.

After getting a search warrant, a police forensic team and body removal crew entered the home at about 11:30 p.m.

Kinghorn said when he opened the package, he realized what it was and the date leapt off the page at him.

He said it was a Toronto newspaper, but he didn't know which publication.

"It's so sad. But it's a good thing the baby can be put to rest," Kinghorn said.

"Wow, 1925. Maybe she had a baby she had murdered. Who knows what the story behind this is?" he mused.

Kinghorn said paramedics who came to the scene said it looked like the infant had a crushed hip.

The mummified infant's remains will be examined at the Centre for Forensic Science and the case will be investigated by the homicide squad.

 

[jamespowers]

Renovator uncovers mummified infant TheStar.com - GTA - Renovator uncovers mummified infant
Baby found wrapped in bundle of newspaper dated 1925 in wall of Riverdale home
July 25, 2007
Henry Stancu
Staff Reporter
http://www.thestar.com/article/239573

Renovator Bob Kinghorn got the shock of his life when he found a mummified infant wrapped in newspaper dated Sept. 12, 1925, in a house he was working on last night.

"You always hope to find something in walls – coins, antiques – but never a baby," he said as he stood in front of the home on Kintyre Ave., near Broadview Ave. and Queen St. E., late last night.

Kinghorn, 37, who lives two doors away from the three-storey, semi-detached Riverdale area home, was about to drill a hole through a ceiling joist for wiring when he noticed a bundle of newspaper he first thought was insulation in a second floor bedroom of the empty home about 8 p.m.

He said he and a co-worker had noticed a strange smell in the room, but didn't realize what it was until he pulled the package out from the wall.

"When I opened it up, it exposed the child," he said.

The infant, which he estimated at about four months of age, was in a fetal position wrapped in a bundle of old newsprint and he could see tiny toes sticking out.

"It looked the size of my four-month-old," he said, while running his fingers through his hair, still in disbelief at what he had found.

After getting a search warrant, a police forensic team and body removal crew entered the home at about 11:30 p.m.

Kinghorn said when he opened the package, he realized what it was and the date leapt off the page at him.

He said it was a Toronto newspaper, but he didn't know which publication.

"It's so sad. But it's a good thing the baby can be put to rest," Kinghorn said.

"Wow, 1925. Maybe she had a baby she had murdered. Who knows what the story behind this is?" he mused.

Kinghorn said paramedics who came to the scene said it looked like the infant had a crushed hip.

The mummified infant's remains will be examined at the Centre for Forensic Science and the case will be investigated by the homicide squad.

That is just disturbing. IT might not have been affected me so much so before I had a child of my own but knowing what a four month old child looks and acts like just makes it worse. It takes a seriously disturbed person to do something like that.
My problem is that they will never be brought to justice since they are likely dead by now. :rage:

Regards,

J

 

[Story]

My problem is that they will never be brought to justice since they are likely dead by now. :rage:

Oh, I don't know about that - real justice is eternal.

 

[jamespowers]

Oh, I don't know about that - real justice is eternal.

And really hot and smoky they tell me.

Regards,

J

 

[Story]

http://www.theledger.com/article/20070805/NEWS/708050425/1004

Published Sunday, August 5, 2007
What's Haunting Home? Ghosts or Armadillos?
Peace River Ghost Tracker team takes on happenings in Fort Meade home.

By ANTHONY ANAMELECHI
Special to The Ledger

FORT MEADE - Ghosts or creaky floors?

It depends on whom you ask.

This spring Randy Wolpin, 30, thought he heard footsteps in his newly purchased house, but no one else was home.

He and his girlfriend were painting the house on Good Friday when the radio mysteriously changed to gospel.

 

[Dr Doran]

I can listen to gospel.

 

[Story]

I can listen to gospel.

Listening to Gospel isn't the issue. It's who else is listening.


Hear Terrifying Tales from Haunted Philadelphia on the New Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour,™ Walk the Cobb PDF Print E-mail
Written by EditorsChoice
Sunday, 05 August 2007

Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour, Philadelphia's scariest new haunted tour, announced today that it will begin evening ghost tours of Historic Philadelphia on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 with the launch of its ghoulish 75-minute walking adventure. Guests who dare to take the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour will visit more than 15 scary sites to hear Philadelphia's haunted facts and folklore. Travel the cobblestone streets of Old City to hear ghost stories about the Spirits of '76.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour, Philadelphia's scariest new haunted tour, announced today that it will begin evening ghost tours of Historic Philadelphia on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 with the launch of its ghoulish 75-minute walking adventure.

Guests who dare to take the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour will visit more than 15 scary sites to hear Philadelphia's haunted facts and folklore. Travel the cobblestone streets of Old City to hear ghost stories about the Spirits of '76, featuring:

- Haunted Facts - Hear stories about the Master of the Macabre, Edgar Allan Poe, who used to reside in Philadelphia and learn about Leo Callahan, the only prisoner to escape from Eastern State Penitentiary and never be re-captured!

- Haunted Folklore - Learn about the legendary ghosts that inhabit Independence Hall, the spirits of Carpenters' Hall, the dancing statue of Benjamin Franklin at Library Hall and paranormal Pine Street happenings.

- Haunted Movie Sets - See famous film locations from big screen thrillers such as The Sixth Sense, Shooter, National Treasure and more!

Guests may be lucky enough to encounter the spirits of Ben Franklin, Dr. Benjamin Rush, Bishop White, Betsy Ross, and more. This family-friendly tour is a great option as a before or after-dinner activity. Plus, each guest will receive a free glow stick compliments of Masquerade.

"Taking the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour is a great way to experience Haunted Philadelphia. Along the tour, guests will hear the spellbinding stories and terrifying tales of the supernatural," stated Jonathan Bari, founder of The Constitutional Walking Tour and the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour. "It's one thing to see Philadelphia historic sites by day, but it's a different experience to see them by night and learn about their haunted side when we show you more than 15 of Philly's Frights & Sights."

Tour Schedule

From July 25, 2007 through September 29, 2007, Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour will offer tours Wednesday through Saturday nights starting at 7:30 PM. In October, tours will be offered more frequently. For more details on the tour schedule, call 215.525.1776 or visit www.Spiritsof76.com.

Tickets & Starting Location

Tickets cost $17.50 Per Adult and $12.50 Per Child (ages 3-12). Group rates are available for parties of 20 or more. To purchase tickets, call 215.525.1776 or visit www.Spiritsof76.com . Tickets are also sold the evening of each tour in the lobby of the Omni Hotel at 401 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. Advance reservations are recommended.

The Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour meets in the lobby of the Omni Hotel at 401 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia.

Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour Partners

Spirits of '76 has partnered with the following organizations:

- Omni Hotel at Independence Park - The Omni Hotel at Independence Park is a four-diamond European-style luxury hotel that offers elegance and style at its best. Situated just 10 minutes from the Philadelphia International Airport, the Omni Hotel at Independence Park offers the ideal Philadelphia hotel location. SPECIAL OFFER: Following the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour, enjoy 20% off of your check in either the Omni Hotel at Independence Park Bar or Azalea Restaurant by showing your same-day ticket stub from the tour.

- Halloween Adventure and Masquerade - For over 20 years, Halloween Adventure Costume Super Stores have successfully brought the Magic, Fun and Excitement of Halloween to millions of customers. Masquerade is the ultimate fantasy adventure store that is open year-round. There are more than 60 Philadelphia area Halloween Adventure and Masquerade stores. For more information, visit www.HalloweenAdventure.com .

About Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour

The Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour is Philadelphia's scariest new haunted tour that visits more than 15 of Center City Philadelphia's Frights & Sights on a 75 minute ghoulish walking adventure. The Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour features the facts and folklore of haunted Philadelphia. The Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour was created and is operated by The Constitutional Guided Walking Tours, LLC. For more information on the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour, please visit www.Spiritsof76.com or call 215.525.1776.

About The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia

The Constitutional Guided Walking Tour is a 75 minute, 1.25 mile outdoor walking adventure in the Independence National Historical Park area which features many historical sites such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the National Constitution Center and the Betsy Ross House. Taking The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia gets visitors up close and personal with a High-Definition Historical Experience™. Philadelphia is best seen by foot, and as such, The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia is the best way to explore Historic Philadelphia, taking you behind the scenes to the places where other tour operators cannot venture. Come see why the Chicago Tribune has stated, "No visit to Philadelphia is complete without taking a Constitutional Guided Walking Tour, a 75-minute, mile and a quarter stroll that puts 15 historic sites, from Independence Hall to the National Constitution Center, and Ben Franklin, in perspective."

The Constitutional is one of "Philadelphia's Top 25 Tourist Attractions" as ranked by the Philadelphia Business Journal. For more information on The Constitutional, please visit us online at www.TheConstitutional.com or call 215.525.1776.

 

[Dr Doran]

Sounds way phat.