(Photo by Ariel Bravy - www.arielbravy.com )
Oh boy, just looking at the photo gets my paranormal juices flowing!
History - Built in 1847, it is the 8th tallest lighthouse in the U.S. standing at 165 ft above sea level. 219 steps will take you to the very top with a breathtaking view.
Why I Want To Investigate Here - This lighthouse seems to have a lot of tragedy involved with it; Particularly during its construction. Hezekiah Pity was selected as the construction supervisor, and in doing so moved down to the area along with is wife and 3 daughters. Now in order for them to bring the building supplies from the bay to the lighthouse, they had to use a suspended rail car system. Mr. Pity's daughters loved to play in the cart by riding it from the lighthouse down to the bay. Unfortunately one day, the brakes failed and the cart plunged into the ocean. 2 of Pity's daughters, Eliza (13) and Mary (15) drowned. People have claimed hearing children laughing or have seen them running around the lighthouse.
There has also been some evidence of non child male and female voices just chattering away as if in conversation. There have been reported cries of a women saying "help me" and shadowy figures walking across the landings or even looking over the railing. Everyone that goes to investigate this place seems to have some type of personal encounter whether it be the voices or seeing figures. I Feel that in going here, even a skeptic would see something that they would never ever forget.
Location # 2 - Stanly Hotel, Estes Park ColoradoHistory - Forced by poor health, F.O. Stanley moved into the area, purchased 160 acres from a local lord, and started construction on the first building in 1907 after he found the town lacking in amenities with its low economy. The Stanley Hotel is best known for its inspirational role in Stephen King's novel "The Shining" where the author actually stayed while writing the book.
Why I Want To Investigate Here - Stephen King got the idea for "The Shining" after staying in room 217 while staying in an almost empty hotel for its extended closing period. While some of the stories are intensified in his book, he reported hearing children laughing and running down halls, and hearing parties in the ballroom. Other guests and employees have also claimed these stories as well as seeing spirits roaming the different rooms, including room 401 where a man has been seen standing over the bed before running into the closet. This same apparition is allegedly responsible for stealing guests' jewelry, watches, and luggage.
Location #3 - Summit Elementary, Smithfield Utah
History - I'm afraid I don't know much of the history of this school. I can say however that this is where I attended 1st - 5th grade.
Why I Want To Investigate Here - This location is very personal to me because of what I felt as a kid when I attended school here. My mother taught here for 20 years and even though I was suppose to attend a school closer to where we lived, she didn't want me going to a year round school, so everyday for 5 years I would ride with her and sink in the vast fountain of knowledge. My mom was very dedicated to her job, and since I was at a school that didn't have a bus route to my home, I would stay with her until she was ready to leave, which majority of the time was very late at night. I can tell you now that I've roamed those halls at night with the lights off and never felt scared. However the hallway that connected the main office, faculty lounge, work room and library, something never felt right... ever! The funny thing is, that hallway always had its lights on 24/7, but there was always a feeling of dread or someone watching you when you walked through it. My mother has seen a phone chord sway back and forth when no air or wind of any kind could be moving it. Another teacher who also volunteered to help clean the school after hours has felt the back of his shirt being tugged on and being touched. After that he refused to clean up. I want to go in there and finally figure out just what is going on.
Runner Up Location - The Birdcage Theatre, Tombstone Arizona
History - Tombstone came to fame by founder Ed Shieffelin when he struck silver in 1879. After hearing he struck a mountain at the time worth 40 million dollars, it quickly became a boom town. The Bird Cage was also a saloon, casino, dance hall and a house of ill fame. Many famous people have inhabited its walls such as the Earp Brothers, Doc Holliday and the Clantons.
Why I Want To Investigate Here - There has been a confirmed 21 deaths in the theatre alone. The biggest claim is people see a male stage hand who walks across the stage from left to right then disappears into the walls. Other claims have been hearing noises such as cards shuffling and boots as if walking across the wooden floors. An apparition of a female wearing a white dress and bonnet have also been reported. The big kicker is since the theatre is now a museum to the Tombstone area as well, it has the actual hearse that was used to take the dead to Boot Hill. If that doesn't stir up any activity I don't know what would!
There you have it folks, the places that I really want to investigate. I also have to say I'm really happy I chose blogger for my site. Despite having some issues in trying to correct some of the text colors, I was almost complete with this entry and my browser crapped out on me. I spent about 10 minutes huffing and puffing, hoping to turn into The Hulk so when I decided to throw something, I wouldn't be blamed... but luckily for me, every time you open a new post it will automatically save a draft and keep saving while you work on it. Needless to say, it saved my day!
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