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Where is Mamie Thurman Buried? | Minisode Mar 18, 2024

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In our recent episode Mamie Thurman's Lingering Spirit, we explored the unsolved murder of a woman whose spirit purportedly haunts 22 Mine Road, just outside of Logan, West Virginia; however, there is one mystery that we didn't discuss-- the place where Mamie Thurman was buried. So this week's minisode does exactly that.

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Mamie Thurman's Lingering Spirit Mar 11, 2024

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Head southwest out of Logan, West Virginia and you’ll end up on an isolated strip of road up in the Appalachian Mountains where folks claim the spirit of a lady in white has been hitchhiking with coal drivers for almost a century. The tale isn’t that much different than others seen in ghost stories all over the world, but here on 22 Mine Road, folks know exactly who the specter is– a woman named Mamie Thruman, who was murdered and left here in the mountains almost a century ago. Tragically, while a man was convicted of the crime, most believe her killer got away.

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Key Highlights

The Life and Mysterious Death of Mamie Thurman: An introduction to Mamie, her life in Logan, and the unsolved aspects of her murder.
The Trial and Its Aftermath: Examination of the sensational trial that captivated the nation and the figures involved.
Legends and Sightings: Reports of paranormal activity and sightings of Mamie's spirit in Logan, contributing to the legend's longevity.
Cultural Impact: How Mamie Thurman's story has influenced local folklore, literature, and ghost tours in Logan.
Investigations and Theories: A look at modern investigations into her death and the various theories that have emerged over the years.

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Listen Now: Even the Royals Feb 22, 2024

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Admit it: you’re obsessed with royal families – watching them, gossiping about them, wanting to be them. It’s the stuff of fantasy. But for real-life royals, the crown jewels can be more like shiny handcuffs. There are expectations and rules – and if you break them, the consequences are big and very public. And there are royal families and wild royal tales from around the world and throughout history that you have never heard before. Even the Royals is a new podcast from Wondery that takes you inside the cloistered world of royal families, past and present, where wealth and status often come at the expense of your freedom – and maybe even your life. In these stories, very human emotions, like jealousy, love, and disgust, have the power to reshape the world. This is just a preview of Even the Royals. You can listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts, or at Wondery.fm/royals_southerngothic.

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Legend of the Female Stranger Feb 19, 2024

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In 1816 a mysterious couple arrived in Alexandria, Virginia and isolated themselves in Room Number 8 at the now historic Gadsby’s Tavern. Unfortunately, the young woman was deathly ill and despite receiving assistance from a local doctor, she passed away. After burying his supposed wife, the man then disappeared, but the headstone he purchased for her remains, complete with an eerie inscription that has fueled centuries of speculation surrounding the mystery as to the identity of that poor woman.

Key Highlights

Historical Significance of Gadsby's Tavern: An introduction to Gadsby’s Tavern's role in early American history and its transformation into a museum and dining establishment.
Arrival of the Female Stranger: The enigmatic tale of a young woman and her companion's arrival in Alexandria, seeking refuge at Gadsby's Tavern due to her grave illness.
Death and Burial: The circumstances surrounding the Female Stranger's death, her extravagant funeral, and the mystery of her companion's sudden departure.
The Mysterious Tombstone: Examination of the unique and cryptic epitaph on the Female Stranger's tombstone in St. Paul’s Episcopal Church cemetery.
Ghostly Encounters: A collection of ghost sightings and paranormal experiences reported by visitors and staff at Gadsby’s Tavern, suggesting the lingering presence of the Female Stranger.
Legends and Theories: Exploration of various theories about the Female Stranger's identity, including connections to Theodosia Burr Alston and other historical figures.

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Ghosts of Alexandriaby Michael Lee Pope
Haunted Virginia: Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Old Dominion by L.B. Taylor

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The Enduring Mystery of Theodosia Burr Alston Feb 05, 2024

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Theodosia Burr Alston was a pioneer for early American women and was celebrated for her education and intellectual achievements, but to this day many remember her for her mysterious disappearance. On December 31, 1812, the daughter of notorious politician Aaron Burr, boarded a schooner headed for New York, but the ship never arrived.

Key Highlights

The political ambitions and rivalries that led Aaron Burr to exile.
Educational achievements and intellect of Theodosia Burr.
Theodosia’s marriage to Joseph Alston, the richest man and eventual governor of South Carolina.
The circumstances surrounding the disappearance of the Patriot, the schooner believed to have been lost at sea.
Speculation and theories surrounding the disappearance of Theodosia and the Patriot.
Supernatural tales and local lore that suggest the spirit of Theodosia Burr Alston is still wandering locations she once did in life.

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Theodosia Burr Alston: Portrait of a Prodigy by Richard N. Cote

Dear Theodosia: Collected Letters of Aaron Burr With His Daughter by Aaron Burr & Matthew L. Davis

The Life and Times of Aaron Burr by James Parton

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Shadows of the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum Jan 29, 2024

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Constructed between 1858 and 1881, the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum was initially a symbol of progressive treatment for the mentally ill, based on the philosophy and designs of Thomas Story Kirkbride. With an emphasis on therapeutic sunlight, fresh air, and humane treatment, it promised a new dawn in psychiatric care; however, as decades passed, the asylum became a harrowing example of the system's failure. Overcrowding, poor living conditions, and the implementation of barbaric treatments, including lobotomies, marked its descent into a place of despair. This episode explores the stark contrast between the asylum's hopeful beginnings and its grim reality, culminating in its closure in 1994 and its enduring legacy as one of the most haunted places in the country.

Key Highlights

Dorothea Dix's reform movement and her crusade to improve mental health care.
Dr. Kirkbride’s revolutionary approach and philosophy to create mental health facilities intended to provide a nurturing and therapeutic environment for patients.
The history of the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, from its construction to its decline into an overcrowded institution with poor living conditions and inadequate care.
The horrific practices and inhumane treatments, including the use of lobotomies, that were believed to help patients.
The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum’s paranormal legacy is one of the most haunted locations in America.

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Lunatic: The Rise and Fall of An American Asylum by Edward Gleason

The Haunted History of the Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum by Sherri Brake

Portals to Hell (Season 1, Episode 6)

Paranormal Lockdown (Season 1, Episode 1)

Visit the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in Weston, Virginia

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Listen Now - Dr. Death: Bad Magic Jan 22, 2024

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When a charismatic young doctor announces revolutionary treatments for cancer and HIV, patients from around the world turn to him for their last chance. As medical experts praise Serhat Gumrukcu’s genius, the company he co-founded rockets in value to over half a billion dollars. But when a team of researchers makes a startling discovery, they begin to suspect the brilliant doctor is hiding a secret. From Wondery, the new season of Dr. Death: Bad Magic is a story of miraculous cures, magic and murder. Hosted by Laura Beil.

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Unraveling the Mystery of Pink Lizzie Jan 15, 2024

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In 1871, Clara Robertson’s life was forever altered by an encounter with a ghost. The blonde-haired, blue-eyed girl witnessed a haunting vision of a transparent, emaciated young girl in a tattered pink dress while practicing piano upstairs at the Brinkley Female College in Memphis, Tennessee. The sensational series of events that followed was widely covered in the media of the day, causing a frenzy in town and making the tale of Pink Lizzie one of the most infamous hauntings in Memphis history.

Key Highlights

Brinkley Female College’s short history.
The First Encounter of Pink Lizzie, the emaciated looking ghost of a young girl.
The Ghost’s Wishes for Clara to take action that will help give her family justice.
Séances and Revelations with Mrs. Nourse, the spiritualist attempting to assist the family.
The Public Excavation of the spirit’s purported treasure.
Fact vs. Fiction, and the legitimacy of the tales.

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Haunted Memphis by Laura Cunningham

Myths and Mysteries of Tennessee by Susan Sawyer

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The Horrors of Andersonville Prison Jan 08, 2024

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Andersonville Prison, officially known as Camp Sumter, was a Confederate prisoner-of-war camp during the American Civil War, operating from February 1864 to April 1865 near Andersonville, Georgia. Notorious for its horrific conditions and high mortality rate, it was designed for 10,000 prisoners but held over 32,000 at its peak, leading to severe overcrowding. The prisoners endured appalling conditions with inadequate shelter, contaminated water, insufficient food, and rampant disease. As a result, nearly 13,000 of the 45,000 Union soldiers imprisoned there died, making it one of the most dangerous locations in the United States during the American Civil War. Join us as we explore the history of this notorious prison camp.

Key Highlights

Execution of Captain Henry Wirz, commander of the notorious prisoner and only man to be executed for war crimes following the Civil War.
The History of Andersonville from why this Georgian site was chosen, the first prisoners to arrive in February of 1864, to the liberation of Union soldiers at the end of the war.
Life Inside the Stockade Walls where prisoners faced overcrowding, disease, and starvation with no proper shelter.
The Andersonville Raiders, an infamous group of predatory inmates.
Andersonville as a National Historic Site, including the cemetery and National Prisoner of War Museum

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National Park Service: Andersonville National Historic Site
Andersonville Raiders: Yankee versus Yankee in the Civil War’s Most Notorious Prison Camp by Gary Morgan
Andersonville Civil War Prison by Robert Scott Davis
The True Story of Andersonville Prison: A Defense of Major Henry Wirz by James Madison Page // Audiobook
Andersonville (Pulitzer Prize Award Winning Novel) by MacKinlay Kantor // Audiobook
Andersonville (1996 Emmy Award Winning Movie)

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The Tragic Death of Julia Legare Jan 01, 2024

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The legend of Julia Legare has been passed down for generations, likely due to the fact that it brings into focus a far-reaching human anxiety, the fear of being buried alive.

In 1852, while visiting her relatives at their home in Ediso Island, South Carolina, 22-year-old Julia Legare fell ill. Her diagnosis was not good, Julia had been struck with diphtheria and there was little that they could do for her. Eventually, Julia just slipped further away deep into a coma, and after many days and nights passed their worst fear was realized, Julia succumbed to her fate.

After the doctor declared her deceased the family moved quickly to say their goodbyes and ready their beloved’s remains for burial. It is said that in the week following Julia’s burial, the faint sound of weeping and screaming could be heard emanating from the church cemetery, yet no one walked the grounds to see if they could find the source.

The mausoleum, located at the historic Presbyterian Church of Edisto Island, was not re-opened for over a decade following Julia’s death, but when it was, a horrific. Julia’s remains were not where they had been left. It seems that Julia Legare had been buried alive.

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