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#SpotlightSunday Highlights Corpsewood Manor

01 Sunday Jul 2018

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My latest blog highlights Corpsewood Manor, the infamous location where Dr. Charles L. Scudder and Joseph “Joey” Odom were brutally murdered on December 12, 1982. Read the blog to see why this location is unique. Read the entire blog here: https://www.hauntjaunts.net/explore-corpsewood-manor-spotlightsunday/.

#FunFactFriday

04 Friday May 2018

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Head on over to HauntJaunts.net to read my latest blog. On this day in 1932, one of America’s most notorious mobsters entered the Atlanta Penitentiary along with a ghost.

Read the blog here: https://www.hauntjaunts.net/haunted-al-capone-goes-to-the-atlanta-penitentiary/.

#ParaNews for the Week of April 23, 2018

22 Sunday Apr 2018

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Paranormal News Week of April 23, 2018

#ParaNews for the Week of April 23, 2018

  1. A government agency “accidently” emailed documents regarding “Psycho-Electronic” weaponry to a journalist. This sounds like a horror/science fiction/conspiracy theory film; however, it seems legit. According to David Grossman of Popular Mechanics, journalist and frequent filer of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests Curtis Waltman asked for information about white supremacists and Antifa groups from the Washington State Fusion Center (WSFC). He received responses along with a few attached documents. The two below are samples of what Mr. Waltman received. The .ZIP file was titled “EM effects on human body.” Read the longer article here: Coming Soon.

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  1. The University of West Georgia announced the inaugural Ingo Swann Research Fellowship. Paranormal researchers have until May 1st to apply for a partial residence research grant of $3,000. The grant requires an on-campus presentation, as well. For more information, read the article https://thehauntedlibrarian.com/2018/04/22/uwg-announces-1st-ingo-swann-research-fellowship/.
  2. Ash vs. Evil Dead wraps up on April 29th. The cult favorite series starring Bruce Campbell was cancelled last week by Starz, the premium cable channel and production company. Although the series saw viewership slide in the 3rd season, fans remain hopeful another streaming service will pick up. Mr. Campbell tweeted his thanks.

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  1. The independent British horror film Ghost Stories (2017) ranked #1 for indie films this weekend by holding exclusive New York City screenings. The movie generated $12,646 this past weekend. Directors Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, who also stars, transformed the former West End play into a 90-minute full-length film. Watch for a review once I can legally view. [Note: Shame on the production company for announcing it was available to stream in the US when, in fact, it isn’t.]

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The Thirteenth Club

14 Saturday Apr 2018

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The Thirteenth Club

Friday the 13th has a bad reputation. There are many theories on why people associate the day with bad news or bad omens. However, one person sought to change public perception: Captain William Fowler. Captain Fowler created The Thirteenth Club in an effort to remove the stigma attached to the date. His efforts seem to be made in vain—although, admittedly, he lived his life surrounded by the number.

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The number 13 was prevalent in Captain Fowler’s life. For instance, consider the following:

  • He attended and graduated from Public School #13;
  • He was 13 years old when he finished school;
  • He was a builder whose company built 13 buildings;
  • His last day on a job was April 13, 1861;
  • He was a soldier in the Civil War and was in 13 battles;
  • He resigned his commission on August 13, 1863;
  • He purchased a pub on September 13, 1863. He would rename the establishment the Knickerbocker Cottage;
  • He sold the Knickerbocker Cottage on April 13, 1883;
  • He claimed to be associated with 13 secrets clubs. He was a 32nd degree Mason;
  • His name is the 13th listed on the roll of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine;
  • The Thirteenth Club had 13 original members;
  • The club’s first meeting was on September 13, 1881.
  • Finally, I write this blog on April 13, 2018. Could it be he had a stronger relationship with the date April 13th?

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5 Best Stephen Hawking Quotes:

17 Saturday Mar 2018

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5 Best Stephen Hawking Quotes:

Professor Stephen Hawking (01.08.1942-03.14.2018) died at the age of 76 years old this past week. After earning his Ph.D. in 1965, Hawking went on to author many academic papers and books. He was a cosmologist armchair space traveler who enjoyed being lost in space. Although confined to a wheelchair since his ALS diagnosis in 1963, Hawking remained active and researching up until the end.

Below are 5 of his best quotes about the universe, extraterrestrial life, and the future of the human race. R.I.P. Professor. May your journey be filled with stars.

  1. “Hawking described Homer Simpson approvingly as a guy who ‘is always trying to get something for nothing.’ That’s the universe in a nutshell.”
  2. “I think the conventional afterlife is a fairy tale for people afraid of the dark.”
  3. “I think the human race has no future if it doesn’t go into space. I, therefore, want to encourage public interest in space.”
  4. “I think it would be a disaster. The extraterrestrials would probably be far in advance of us. The history of advanced races meeting more primitive people on this planet is not very happy, and they were the same species. I think we should keep our heads low”
    • In Naked Science: Alien Contact, the National Geographic Channel, 2004
  5. “The development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race. It would take off on its own, and re-design itself at an ever increasing rate… Humans, who are limited by slow biological evolution, couldn’t compete, and would be superseded”
    • Interview, BBC, December 2014

 

ParaNews for March 12, 2018

13 Tuesday Mar 2018

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Paranormal News for the Week of March 12, 2018:

  • Media outlets seized on the Amelia Earhart disappearance by covering Dr. Richard Jantz’s overhyped article in Forensic Anthropology To be clear: Jantz does not proffer any new evidence or even support his theory that the infamous Nikumaroro Bones found in 1941 belong to the aviatrix. Read my blog titled “The Nikumaroro Bones Have Not Been Proven to be Amelia Earhart” detailing the serious flaws in his “research.”

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  • The sequel in The Strangers franchise debuted on March 9th. The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018) garnered poor reviews despite landing the talent of Christina Hendricks and Bailee Madison. The US gross totaled $10.4 million. Part 2 takes Bryan Bertino’s 2008 film The Strangers and places the unsuspecting family in a mobile home. Both were “based off a true story.” Unfortunately, it seems that it’s the same story—a fairly common one where kids reported strangers knocking on doors. Bertino also cited the Manson Family murders. Neither theme is supported in the scripts. The film is rated R and runs 85 minutes.

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  • My copy of Dr. Michio Kaku’s new book The Future of Humanity: Terraforming Mars, Interstellar Travel, Immortality, and Our Destiny Beyond arrived last week. Give me a few days to read; however, I will leave you with the alarm that Dr. Kaku recommends to humans interacting with extraterrestrials: RUN!

Paranormal News for the Week of March 5th, 2018

06 Tuesday Mar 2018

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Paranormal News for the Week of March 5th, 2018

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  1. The paranormal community lost an important member last week when Dr. John “Doc” K. Head, co-founder of the paranormal investigation team ESP—Explorers of Spirit Phenomena unexpectedly died. Doc formed ESP in 2009 with a group of friends who possessed a genuine interest in the paranormal. Over the years, Doc and his team have made friends with experts in the community, as well as, those who have a part-time interest in knowing more. Please visit the ESP page, http://www.espexplorers.com/, to learn more about Doc. He will be missed. THL sends healing energy and loads of love to Terri and Tracy.

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  1. Jordan Peele made Oscar history—twice—last night by winning an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for his hit movie Get Out (2017). It has taken 90 years for an African-American male to win in this category. However, more importantly, Peele won the Academy Award for a Horror film. This is the first time a screenwriter for a Horror film has taken home an Oscar. The Exorcist (1973) won in the category: Best Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium; The Silence of the Lambs (1991) won for Best Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published. Huge win for the Horror Genre! And also for Jordan!

 

  1. I will leave you with a teaser to a longer article I am writing. Theoretical physicist Rockstar Michio Kaku, Ph.D. has proffered an answer for when extraterrestrials land on earth. Dr. Kaku was asked what he suggested humans do if they encounter aliens. He said, “If you’re in the forest, do you go around talking to squirrel?” He likened humans to the squirrels. When aliens arrive, they will not be interested in meaningful conversations. No, Dr. Kaku warns, humans should “RUN!”

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Longer article is forthcoming.

ParaNews for the Week of February 26, 2018

27 Tuesday Feb 2018

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Paranormal News for the Week of February 26th, 2018

ParaNews for the Week of February 26, 2018

Three take-aways to begin your week:

  1. iZombie (2015- ) begins Season 4 tonight on the CW. Critics hail the season as a reboot or a second pilot. iZombie debuted to rave reviews as fans follow Olivia “Liv” Moore, Seattle’s Assistant Medical Examiner, a highly-functional zombie. Seasons 1 and 2 brought solid ratings; however, Season 3 saw a huge dip initially. The ratings evened out, and series creator Rob Thomas was able to snag a 4th All of the series regulars return for S4 with some new, fresh characters introduced. iZombie airs on Mondays at 9:30 PM on the CW. Catch up with Seasons 1-3 now streaming on Netflix.

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  1. Friday the 13th (1980) introduced teenagers to Camp Crystal Lake. Unfortunately, most were unable to sleep over at Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco, the Hardwick, New Jersey, camp where the first installment in the fantastically profitable franchise was filmed. Until now. The Boy Scout Organization, owners of the camp, are opening the camp up for overnight camping on Friday, April 13-Saturday, April 14. Campers may also bid on auctions featuring actress Adrienne King, who played “Alice” in the first two films. Minimum age is 21 years old. Visit https://www.crystallaketours.com/news/ for more information.

 

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  1. Tennessee’s most haunted abandoned hospital Old South Pittsburg Hospital has started daytime investigations, Sundays through Thursdays. Investigations began on February 12, 2018. Cost is extremely reasonable at $25 per person. Contact Stacey at 423.362.0086 to reserve your tickets.

 

Lizzie Borden’s Other Home For Sale

22 Wednesday Nov 2017

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Lizzie Borden’s “Maplecroft” For Sale

Lizzie Borden’s Post-Acquittal home is for sale. “Maplecroft” was placed on the market for $849,900 in September. Failing to entice a buyer, the home has been reduced to $799,000. Although not as salacious as the “Lizzie Borden Bed and Breakfast,” Maplecroft holds insight into Lizzie’s life after she was acquitted for the murders of her father and stepmother.

Built for Charles Allen in 1889, Maplecroft is a classic Queen Anne Victorian single-family home. Boasting 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, the 3-story home has been partially renovated. Borden and her sister purchased the home in 1894. After her death on June 1, 1927, Borden was laid out in the parlor. The home has changed hands several, though not alarmingly numerous, times.

The current owner is in fact a company, Twilight Enterprises. One of the primary owners, Kristee Bates, initially envisioned turning the home into a bed and breakfast. That did not happen. Three years since acquisition, the company seeks to unload the nearly 4,000 square feet home.

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Located at 306 French Street, Fall River, Massachusetts, the home is offered with all the furnishings.

The home has generated several stories; however, the house isn’t noted as having any paranormal activity. It appears to be a typical home in a quiet neighborhood. Indeed, it may be ideal for someone who is fascinated with Lizzie Borden but doesn’t want the paranormal baggage her tragic life carries.