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Andalusian gypsies in 1960, from Paul Almásy’s collection (Budapest, 1906 – Paris, 2003).
Andalusian gypsies in 1960, from Paul Almásy’s collection (Budapest, 1906 – Paris, 2003).
Kotlyars’ felt hats could be of different styles — they were also borrowed from peasants of Eastern Europe.
Kotlyars’ felt hats could be of different styles — they were also borrowed from peasants of Eastern Europe.
Forepaugh’s Restaurant – St. Paul
Forepaugh’s Restaurant – St. Paul
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Lake Julia Sanitarium – Puposky The 101-year-old facility housed thousands of patients before closing its doors in 1953.
Lake Julia Sanitarium – Puposky The 101-year-old facility housed thousands of patients before closing its doors in 1953.
On November 28, 1942, nearly 500 men and women perished in the Cocoanut Grove nightclub fire. Do their ghosts still haunt the site of the disaster 75 years later?
On November 28, 1942, nearly 500 men and women perished in the Cocoanut Grove nightclub fire. Do their ghosts still haunt the site of the disaster 75 years later?
Henri Robert Lisser was born on March 13, 1940 in Amsterdam, North Holland , Netherlands. He died on July 9, 1943 in Sobibór, Lublin Voivodeship , Poland at age 3.
Henri Robert Lisser was born on March 13, 1940 in Amsterdam, North Holland , Netherlands. He died on July 9, 1943 in Sobibór, Lublin Voivodeship , Poland at age 3.
Elsbeth Zilversmit deported to Sobibor Extermination camp from Westerbork transit camp on a “so-called children’s transport on June 9, 1943
Elsbeth Zilversmit deported to Sobibor Extermination camp from Westerbork transit camp on a “so-called children’s transport on June 9, 1943
Rosa Willy deBeer was born on May 11, 1935 in Utrecht, Utrecht , Netherlands. She had siblings Rudolf and Robert. She died on July 2, 1943 in Sobibór, Lublin Voivodeship , Poland at age 8. Her family lists the cause of death as: asphyxiated in gas chamber.
Rosa Willy deBeer was born on May 11, 1935 in Utrecht, Utrecht , Netherlands. She had siblings Rudolf and Robert. She died on July 2, 1943 in Sobibór, Lublin Voivodeship , Poland at age 8. Her family lists the cause of death as: asphyxiated in gas chamber.
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WOODLAWN CEMETERY, DAYTON, OHIO However, by night Woodlawn Cemetery takes on a much creepier feel. Many witnesses have reported a female spirit who is usually described as wearing a red shirt and jeans, with a blue sweater around her wait. She is said to wander forlornly through the trees. Other spirits that are seen here include a young boy and his dog. They are said to have drowned in the canal after the boy fell in and his dog attempted to rescue him. Many people are so touched by the tale that they leave trinkets at his memorial and some say they have heard the boy sobbing and his dog whining!
WOODLAWN CEMETERY, DAYTON, OHIO However, by night Woodlawn Cemetery takes on a much creepier feel. Many witnesses have reported a female spirit who is usually described as wearing a red shirt and jeans, with a blue sweater around her wait. She is said to wander forlornly through the trees. Other spirits that are seen here include a young boy and his dog. They are said to have drowned in the canal after the boy fell in and his dog attempted to rescue him. Many people are so touched by the tale that they leave trinkets at his memorial and some say they have heard the boy sobbing and his dog whining!
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MAJESTIC THEATRE, CHILLICOTHE, OHIO Since the Majestic Theatre was built back in 1852 it has earned itself a reputation as one of the most haunted locations that Ohio has to offer. It was originally the Masonic Opera House and during the 1918 influenza epidemic the overflow of corpses was stored there. It is said that blood and vital fluids from the bodies was pumped into the alley to the rear of the building earning it the nickname ‘Blood Alley’. There are lots of spooky tales that have been told about the various ghosts that haunt the theatre. The most commonly sighted ghost has been named Elizabeth and is said to be a young woman. On one occasion she was recorded in the theatre asking ‘how do I get out of here?’ There are also plenty of shadow figures and strange mists seen in the auditorium and the Knight’ Room up on the second floor is a popular place to capture photographs with strange orbs of light in them.
MAJESTIC THEATRE, CHILLICOTHE, OHIO Since the Majestic Theatre was built back in 1852 it has earned itself a reputation as one of the most haunted locations that Ohio has to offer. It was originally the Masonic Opera House and during the 1918 influenza epidemic the overflow of corpses was stored there. It is said that blood and vital fluids from the bodies was pumped into the alley to the rear of the building earning it the nickname ‘Blood Alley’. There are lots of spooky tales that have been told about the various ghosts that haunt the theatre. The most commonly sighted ghost has been named Elizabeth and is said to be a young woman. On one occasion she was recorded in the theatre asking ‘how do I get out of here?’ There are also plenty of shadow figures and strange mists seen in the auditorium and the Knight’ Room up on the second floor is a popular place to capture photographs with strange orbs of light in them.
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STALEY ROAD, CARLISLE, OHIO It has been said that ‘Old Man Staley’ went on a murderous rampage and is now haunting the road. Motorists say that they often experience unexplained car trouble and some have seen Staley’s ghost standing next to or even lying in the road!
STALEY ROAD, CARLISLE, OHIO It has been said that ‘Old Man Staley’ went on a murderous rampage and is now haunting the road. Motorists say that they often experience unexplained car trouble and some have seen Staley’s ghost standing next to or even lying in the road!
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FUDGE ROAD BRIDGE, GRATIS, OHIO Fudge Road is a narrow gravel track which winds its way through the most rural part of Preble County. At one point a steel bridge carries the road across Aukerman Creek… It is said that a young mother through her unwanted newborn off of the bridge, or in some versions of the tale the baby was stillborn and the mother hung herself from the bridge.
FUDGE ROAD BRIDGE, GRATIS, OHIO Fudge Road is a narrow gravel track which winds its way through the most rural part of Preble County. At one point a steel bridge carries the road across Aukerman Creek… It is said that a young mother through her unwanted newborn off of the bridge, or in some versions of the tale the baby was stillborn and the mother hung herself from the bridge.
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Marcel Holcblat was born in March 1940 in Arès, Nouvelle-Aquitaine , France. He died on August 28, 1942 at Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau, Oświęcim, małopolskie , Poland at 2 years of age. His family lists the cause of death as: asphyxiated in gas chamber.
Marcel Holcblat was born in March 1940 in Arès, Nouvelle-Aquitaine , France. He died on August 28, 1942 at Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau, Oświęcim, małopolskie , Poland at 2 years of age. His family lists the cause of death as: asphyxiated in gas chamber.
 
Sophie deVries was born on October 2, 1941. She died on July 16, 1943 in Sobibór, Lublin Voivodeship , Poland at 1 years of age. Her cause of death is listed as: asphyxiated in gas chamber.
Sophie deVries was born on October 2, 1941. She died on July 16, 1943 in Sobibór, Lublin Voivodeship , Poland at 1 years of age. Her cause of death is listed as: asphyxiated in gas chamber.
Geoffrey Hood, 26, and Molly LaRue, 25, were hiking the Appalachian Trail in 1990 when they encountered wanted fugitive Paul David Crews.
Geoffrey Hood, 26, and Molly LaRue, 25, were hiking the Appalachian Trail in 1990 when they encountered wanted fugitive Paul David Crews.
Do you know what one of the biggest contributors to aging faster and dying earlier are beyond diet, fitness, health, longevity and everything else? It may surprise you but one of the biggest contributors to aging faster and dying earlier is having a weak lower body, specifically legs.
Do you know what one of the biggest contributors to aging faster and dying earlier are beyond diet, fitness, health, longevity and everything else? It may surprise you but one of the biggest contributors to aging faster and dying earlier is having a weak lower body, specifically legs.
Gail Lorraine Joiner Missing since September 22, 1972 from Thonotosassa, Hillsborough County, Florida Classification: Endangered Missing
Gail Lorraine Joiner Missing since September 22, 1972 from Thonotosassa, Hillsborough County, Florida Classification: Endangered Missing
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Barbara Ann Hilton – Missing Since: August 4, 1972 Location Last Seen: Montrose, Effingham County, Illinois
Barbara Ann Hilton – Missing Since: August 4, 1972 Location Last Seen: Montrose, Effingham County, Illinois
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Alice Pereira Missing since July 7, 1972 from Staten Island, New York Classification: Non-Family Abduction
Alice Pereira Missing since July 7, 1972 from Staten Island, New York Classification: Non-Family Abduction
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Carlene Sessions Tengelsen Missing since June 21, 1972 from Macon, Bibb County, Georgia Classification: Endangered Missing
Carlene Sessions Tengelsen Missing since June 21, 1972 from Macon, Bibb County, Georgia Classification: Endangered Missing
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Debora Sue Lowe Missing since February 29, 1972 from Pompano Beach, Broward County, Florida Classification: Lost, Injured, Missing
Debora Sue Lowe Missing since February 29, 1972 from Pompano Beach, Broward County, Florida Classification: Lost, Injured, Missing
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Gloria Frieda Rieken – According to Gloria’s husband Larry Smith, Gloria left for school at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities on Monday November 16, 1970 and never returned. It was reported that she was not in her classes the day of her disappearance. Gloria’s brother Edward says she often hitch hiked to school from her apartment.
Gloria Frieda Rieken – According to Gloria’s husband Larry Smith, Gloria left for school at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities on Monday November 16, 1970 and never returned. It was reported that she was not in her classes the day of her disappearance. Gloria’s brother Edward says she often hitch hiked to school from her apartment.
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Miriam Goldshtein Miriam was sadly murdered in Auschwitz-Birenkau in 1944 at age 4. She was from Berjov, Romania.
Miriam Goldshtein Miriam was sadly murdered in Auschwitz-Birenkau in 1944 at age 4. She was from Berjov, Romania.
Sylvie and Helene Bergman, France 1941…children died in Auschwitz
Sylvie and Helene Bergman, France 1941…children died in Auschwitz
Forty-three people were killed when TransAsia Airways Flight 235 crashed in Taiwan’s Keelung River after clipping a bridge in February 2015. The doomed aircraft went down only minutes after takeoff.
Forty-three people were killed when TransAsia Airways Flight 235 crashed in Taiwan’s Keelung River after clipping a bridge in February 2015. The doomed aircraft went down only minutes after takeoff.
Stolen by the Nazis: The tragic tale of 12,000 blue-eyed blond children taken by the SS to create an Aryan super-race
Stolen by the Nazis: The tragic tale of 12,000 blue-eyed blond children taken by the SS to create an Aryan super-race
Tzipora Wiesel was only seven years old when she was put to her death.
Tzipora Wiesel was only seven years old when she was put to her death.
Russian freerunner, Pavel Kashin, is pictured performing what would be his last backflip.
Russian freerunner, Pavel Kashin, is pictured performing what would be his last backflip.
The 17-year-old blonde teen scaled the side of a nine-story building when he was photographed in a one-handed stunt
The 17-year-old blonde teen scaled the side of a nine-story building when he was photographed in a one-handed stunt
Jane Snow, a mother of two, was traveling to Escanaba MI on Tuesday May 15th 1979 to visit her parents
Jane Snow, a mother of two, was traveling to Escanaba MI on Tuesday May 15th 1979 to visit her parents
Tallest Person Ever ~ Robert Pershing Wadlow (pictured here with his father) reached 8 ft 11.1 in (2.72 m) in height and weighed 439 lb (199 kg) at his death at age 22. Wadlow (February 22, 1918 – July 15, 1940) was the tallest person in history for whom there is irrefutable evidence.
Tallest Person Ever ~ Robert Pershing Wadlow (pictured here with his father) reached 8 ft 11.1 in (2.72 m) in height and weighed 439 lb (199 kg) at his death at age 22. Wadlow (February 22, 1918 – July 15, 1940) was the tallest person in history for whom there is irrefutable evidence.
This was taken at Texas Road House, Amarillo Tx. Look up in the top right hand corner of pic a girl wearing a blue lace dress half her face is missing and the lower part of her body.
This was taken at Texas Road House, Amarillo Tx. Look up in the top right hand corner of pic a girl wearing a blue lace dress half her face is missing and the lower part of her body.
Rasputin circa 1920 | “Grigori Yefimovich Rasputin, baptized on 22 January [O.S. 10 January] 1869 – murdered on 30 December [O.S. 17 December] 1916)
Rasputin circa 1920 | “Grigori Yefimovich Rasputin, baptized on 22 January [O.S. 10 January] 1869 – murdered on 30 December [O.S. 17 December] 1916)
Just 10 minutes of light physical activity is enough to boost brain connectivity and help the brain to distinguish between similar memories, a new study suggests. Scientists at the University of California studying brain activity found connectivity between parts of the brain responsible for memory formation and storage increased after a brief interval of light exercise – such as 10 minutes of slow walking, yoga or tai chi. The findings could provide a simple and effective means of slowing down or staving off memory loss and cognitive decline in people who are elderly or have low levels of physical ability.
Just 10 minutes of light physical activity is enough to boost brain connectivity and help the brain to distinguish between similar memories, a new study suggests. Scientists at the University of California studying brain activity found connectivity between parts of the brain responsible for memory formation and storage increased after a brief interval of light exercise – such as 10 minutes of slow walking, yoga or tai chi. The findings could provide a simple and effective means of slowing down or staving off memory loss and cognitive decline in people who are elderly or have low levels of physical ability.
The village of Oradour-sur-Glane in France, site of a Nazi massacre in June 1944.
The village of Oradour-sur-Glane in France, site of a Nazi massacre in June 1944.
Bowls of Joy, Pan-Pacific International Exposition, San Francisco. 1915‘A fantasy secure behind their walls, the buildings nonetheless drew throngs to the amusement zone and made a lasting impact on the public. These facades would become a key visual language to a broader audience once outside the confines of an enclosed environment.’ – Jim Heimann
Bowls of Joy, Pan-Pacific International Exposition, San Francisco. 1915‘A fantasy secure behind their walls, the buildings nonetheless drew throngs to the amusement zone and made a lasting impact on the public. These facades would become a key visual language to a broader audience once outside the confines of an enclosed environment.’ – Jim Heimann
The Cream Can, Los Angeles, California. 1928‘The Hollywood connection, the sprawling geography, and the culture of the automobile propelled this architectural type to prosper and flourish there— making California a bit more crazy than the rest of the world.’ – Jim Heimann
The Cream Can, Los Angeles, California. 1928‘The Hollywood connection, the sprawling geography, and the culture of the automobile propelled this architectural type to prosper and flourish there— making California a bit more crazy than the rest of the world.’ – Jim Heimann
The Brown Derby, 3427 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. 1930‘Being across the street from the famed Ambassador Hotel and Cocoanut Grove secured a steady clientele of stars that in turn brought the fans, which made the Derby an instant, and ongoing hit’ – Jim Heimann
The Brown Derby, 3427 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. 1930‘Being across the street from the famed Ambassador Hotel and Cocoanut Grove secured a steady clientele of stars that in turn brought the fans, which made the Derby an instant, and ongoing hit’ – Jim Heimann
Mailbox, Los Angeles, 1917‘California’s position as a magnet for nonconformist beliefs further enhanced the construction of buildings in Hollywood.’ – Jim Heimann
Mailbox, Los Angeles, 1917‘California’s position as a magnet for nonconformist beliefs further enhanced the construction of buildings in Hollywood.’ – Jim Heimann
Coffee Pot, 8601 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. 1935‘Los Angeles’ gift to America of buildings and signage represents a mixed-up world of fact and myth. Promotional trade, popular, and professional publications obviously delighted in illustrating Los Angeles’ roadside buildings in the forms of oranges, jugs, and flowerpots.’ – David Gebhard
Coffee Pot, 8601 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. 1935‘Los Angeles’ gift to America of buildings and signage represents a mixed-up world of fact and myth. Promotional trade, popular, and professional publications obviously delighted in illustrating Los Angeles’ roadside buildings in the forms of oranges, jugs, and flowerpots.’ – David Gebhard
Hoot Hoot I Scream, 1201 Valley Boulevard, San Gabriel Valley, 1932‘In extending the search for more exotic solutions, Native American imagery was tapped not only for its references to the old West but also for the intrigue of relatively obscure ancient American civilizations.’ – Jim Heimann
Hoot Hoot I Scream, 1201 Valley Boulevard, San Gabriel Valley, 1932‘In extending the search for more exotic solutions, Native American imagery was tapped not only for its references to the old West but also for the intrigue of relatively obscure ancient American civilizations.’ – Jim Heimann
Pup Café, 12732 West Washington Boulevard, Culver City, California. 1934‘Within LA’s urban spread, the evolving commercial strip of Washington Boulevard in Culver City was littered with a series of fantasy buildings. A precursor to filmland’s famed Sunset Strip, this main artery to the beach also served as a direct route to the many studios in Culver City.’ – Jim Heimann
Pup Café, 12732 West Washington Boulevard, Culver City, California. 1934‘Within LA’s urban spread, the evolving commercial strip of Washington Boulevard in Culver City was littered with a series of fantasy buildings. A precursor to filmland’s famed Sunset Strip, this main artery to the beach also served as a direct route to the many studios in Culver City.’ – Jim Heimann
Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, 6925 Hollywood Boulevard, California. 1927‘Attendants attired in period outfits led patrons to their seats. Here Sid Grauman initiated and refined the movie premiere by drawing movie stars and the attention of the world to his Hollywood theater. It was another grand illusion on the city streets’ – Jim Heimann
Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, 6925 Hollywood Boulevard, California. 1927‘Attendants attired in period outfits led patrons to their seats. Here Sid Grauman initiated and refined the movie premiere by drawing movie stars and the attention of the world to his Hollywood theater. It was another grand illusion on the city streets’ – Jim Heimann
Sanderson Hosiery, 11711 Olympic Boulevard, West Los Angeles, 1949. Owner: AA Sanderson‘Most of the striking commercial statements of this era were reserved for signage, three-dimensional figures, and buildings that were simple to construct.’ – Jim Heimann
Sanderson Hosiery, 11711 Olympic Boulevard, West Los Angeles, 1949. Owner: AA Sanderson‘Most of the striking commercial statements of this era were reserved for signage, three-dimensional figures, and buildings that were simple to construct.’ – Jim Heimann
Trees of Mystery Park, Redwood Highway, California. 1950‘It could well be argued that the high point of California’s image as the land of the unique was directly tied to the emergence of California as Automobile-Land. In addition to providing the means to realize suburbia, that greatest of American ideals, the automobile encouraged an entirely new way to experience the built or planted environment’ – David Gebhard
Trees of Mystery Park, Redwood Highway, California. 1950‘It could well be argued that the high point of California’s image as the land of the unique was directly tied to the emergence of California as Automobile-Land. In addition to providing the means to realize suburbia, that greatest of American ideals, the automobile encouraged an entirely new way to experience the built or planted environment’ – David Gebhard
Big Donut Drive-In, 805 West Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, California. 1955‘With an urban landscape rapidly closing in, the competition for customers’ attention became acute and the luxury of open space and high visibility the first generation of buildings experienced was no longer there. The giant sign fulfilled the new roadside expectations. Russ Wendell realized this when he planned his Big Donut chain in 1949
Big Donut Drive-In, 805 West Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, California. 1955‘With an urban landscape rapidly closing in, the competition for customers’ attention became acute and the luxury of open space and high visibility the first generation of buildings experienced was no longer there. The giant sign fulfilled the new roadside expectations. Russ Wendell realized this when he planned his Big Donut chain in 1949
Toed Inn, 12008 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. 1940. All photographs: Jim Heimann Collection/Taschen‘Combine a freethinking populace with a desire to reinvent itself, and a climate was created that served as the perfect incubator for the outrageous and amazing’
Toed Inn, 12008 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. 1940. All photographs: Jim Heimann Collection/Taschen‘Combine a freethinking populace with a desire to reinvent itself, and a climate was created that served as the perfect incubator for the outrageous and amazing’
Maude Fealy (4 March 1883—9 November 1971) was an American stage and film actress who appeared in nearly every film made by Cecil B. DeMille in the post silent film era.
Maude Fealy (4 March 1883—9 November 1971) was an American stage and film actress who appeared in nearly every film made by Cecil B. DeMille in the post silent film era.
Guard lieutenant Natalia Fedorovna Meklin (1922-2005), Hero of the Soviet Union, Order of Lenin, and Gold Star.
Guard lieutenant Natalia Fedorovna Meklin (1922-2005), Hero of the Soviet Union, Order of Lenin, and Gold Star.
The Sweet Face of Pure Evil. Child killer Mary Bell in 1968, aged 10. She strangled 4yr old Martin Brown and 3yr old Brian Howe
The Sweet Face of Pure Evil. Child killer Mary Bell in 1968, aged 10. She strangled 4yr old Martin Brown and 3yr old Brian Howe
Lina Medina is the youngest documented mother in human history, giving birth at the age of five.
Lina Medina is the youngest documented mother in human history, giving birth at the age of five.
The Smiley face murder theory (variations include Smiley face murders, Smiley face killings, Smiley face gang, and others) is a theory advanced by two retired New York City detectives, Kevin Gannon and Anthony Duarte, that a number of young men found dead in bodies of water across several Midwestern American states over the last decade did not accidentally drown, as concluded by law enforcement agencies, but were victims of a serial killer or killers. The term smiley face became connected to the alleged murders when it was made public that the police had discovered graffiti depicting a smiley face near locations where they think the killer dumped the bodies in at least a dozen of the cases. The response of law enforcement investigators and other experts to Gannon and Duarte’s theory has been largely skeptical.
The Smiley face murder theory (variations include Smiley face murders, Smiley face killings, Smiley face gang, and others) is a theory advanced by two retired New York City detectives, Kevin Gannon and Anthony Duarte, that a number of young men found dead in bodies of water across several Midwestern American states over the last decade did not accidentally drown, as concluded by law enforcement agencies, but were victims of a serial killer or killers. The term smiley face became connected to the alleged murders when it was made public that the police had discovered graffiti depicting a smiley face near locations where they think the killer dumped the bodies in at least a dozen of the cases. The response of law enforcement investigators and other experts to Gannon and Duarte’s theory has been largely skeptical.
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The difference between Terrorists and Soldiers…we tend to identify the helpless and defenseless as we would our own.
The difference between Terrorists and Soldiers…we tend to identify the helpless and defenseless as we would our own.
Susan B. Anthony trying to vote in 1872, when it was illegal for a woman to vote in America
Susan B. Anthony trying to vote in 1872, when it was illegal for a woman to vote in America
9/11, September 11, 2001, Ground Zero, Rescue workers following the collapse of World Trade Center,
9/11, September 11, 2001, Ground Zero, Rescue workers following the collapse of World Trade Center,
The last Tzar of Russia, Nicholas II and Tzarin Alexandra Feodorovna – 1896
The last Tzar of Russia, Nicholas II and Tzarin Alexandra Feodorovna – 1896
Tsar Alexander III of Russia and his spouse Marie Feodorovna, their children, also Tsarevich Nicholas – 1887
Tsar Alexander III of Russia and his spouse Marie Feodorovna, their children, also Tsarevich Nicholas – 1887
The 1918 flu epidemic didn’t just affect those who suffered with it. The Red Cross volunteers were burdened with pressure. The poster behind these masked volunteers reads, “If I Fail, He Dies.” A bit morbid but also inconveniently true.
The 1918 flu epidemic didn’t just affect those who suffered with it. The Red Cross volunteers were burdened with pressure. The poster behind these masked volunteers reads, “If I Fail, He Dies.” A bit morbid but also inconveniently true.
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One child’s parents decided to take precautions beyond just those provided by the daily tablets or tonics. When taking their baby out in his carriage, the two enterprising parents placed a note on the child’s chest reading, “Flu Precaution. Please don’t kiss me.”
One child’s parents decided to take precautions beyond just those provided by the daily tablets or tonics. When taking their baby out in his carriage, the two enterprising parents placed a note on the child’s chest reading, “Flu Precaution. Please don’t kiss me.”
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A nasty flu outbreak hit London in the freezing 1930’s winters. This stylish couple walks down the streets of London sporting a pair of matching antiseptic masks in the thick of the flu season. They’re making the masks work.
A nasty flu outbreak hit London in the freezing 1930’s winters. This stylish couple walks down the streets of London sporting a pair of matching antiseptic masks in the thick of the flu season. They’re making the masks work.
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According to the World Health Organization, today, the flu affects three to five million people per year and can cause 250 to 500 thousand deaths annually. Though still deadly, these numbers suggest a vast improvement compared to the early 1900s. In 1918, a new strain of influenza trickled in from Europe and ravaged the nation, killing 650,000 nationally and nearly 100 million internationally. During the deadly sweep, makeshift hospitals — or more accurately, camps of tents with medical supplies — were set up to treat the many afflicted. In this picture, ghostly-looking masked doctors and nurses bustle around patients as they lie lifeless on cots.
According to the World Health Organization, today, the flu affects three to five million people per year and can cause 250 to 500 thousand deaths annually. Though still deadly, these numbers suggest a vast improvement compared to the early 1900s. In 1918, a new strain of influenza trickled in from Europe and ravaged the nation, killing 650,000 nationally and nearly 100 million internationally. During the deadly sweep, makeshift hospitals — or more accurately, camps of tents with medical supplies — were set up to treat the many afflicted. In this picture, ghostly-looking masked doctors and nurses bustle around patients as they lie lifeless on cots.
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Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna of Russia –
Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna of Russia –
 
1885 “The Wild Australian Children” two people born with microcephaly
1885 “The Wild Australian Children” two people born with microcephaly
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Born Esther Jones, in the 1920s her stage name was Baby Esther an her hit song was “Boop oop doop!”….Betty Boop
Born Esther Jones, in the 1920s her stage name was Baby Esther an her hit song was “Boop oop doop!”….Betty Boop
The 19th Century Band of Sisters that was Famous for Their Long Locks
The 19th Century Band of Sisters that was Famous for Their Long Locks
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Hair washing and care in the the 19th century Hair washing is something that almost every historical writer, romance or not, gets wrong
Hair washing and care in the the 19th century Hair washing is something that almost every historical writer, romance or not, gets wrong
The first photos of Charles Manson in custody, dated Dec. 9, 1969
The first photos of Charles Manson in custody, dated Dec. 9, 1969
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Over 200 children were murdered at Jonestown by being forced to drink cyanide by the Temples “highest members.”
Over 200 children were murdered at Jonestown by being forced to drink cyanide by the Temples “highest members.”
Rosalie hanged herself after bullies relentlessly taunted the teen, telling her “she had ugly teeth, that she was ugly, a whore, a slut, and had sexually transmitted diseases,” according to a news release from late last week that announced the Monday news conference. Her classmates allegedly circulated a video depicting “what an ugly girl looked like and what a pretty girl looked like and used a picture of Rosalie to portray the ugly girl,” the release stated. “In her suicide note, Rosalie apologized to her parents for being ugly.”
Rosalie hanged herself after bullies relentlessly taunted the teen, telling her “she had ugly teeth, that she was ugly, a whore, a slut, and had sexually transmitted diseases,” according to a news release from late last week that announced the Monday news conference. Her classmates allegedly circulated a video depicting “what an ugly girl looked like and what a pretty girl looked like and used a picture of Rosalie to portray the ugly girl,” the release stated. “In her suicide note, Rosalie apologized to her parents for being ugly.”
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Dolly was just 14-years old at the time of her death. The young girl from Katherine (a small town in the Northern Territories of Australia), had decided to take her own life, due to the amount of pain and suffering she was feeling from the bullying she was receiving from online stress. Her death has sparked public debate over how to combat the growing trend of online bullying. Dolly’s family had also decided to invite her bullies to her funeral, in the hope that they are going to see the amount of devastation they have caused.
Dolly was just 14-years old at the time of her death. The young girl from Katherine (a small town in the Northern Territories of Australia), had decided to take her own life, due to the amount of pain and suffering she was feeling from the bullying she was receiving from online stress. Her death has sparked public debate over how to combat the growing trend of online bullying. Dolly’s family had also decided to invite her bullies to her funeral, in the hope that they are going to see the amount of devastation they have caused.
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The parents of a 12-year-old girl who took her own life are suing the school district in the US state of New Jersey, saying it failed to prevent bullying.
The parents of a 12-year-old girl who took her own life are suing the school district in the US state of New Jersey, saying it failed to prevent bullying.
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Betty and Barney Hill were an American couple who claimed to have been abducted by extraterrestrials in a rural portion of New Hampshire on September 19–20, 1961.
Betty and Barney Hill were an American couple who claimed to have been abducted by extraterrestrials in a rural portion of New Hampshire on September 19–20, 1961.
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The 1952 Washington, D.C. UFO incident, also known as the Washington flap or the Washington National Airport Sightings,
The 1952 Washington, D.C. UFO incident, also known as the Washington flap or the Washington National Airport Sightings,
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MANTELL CASE – 1948 was among the most publicized early UFO reports.
MANTELL CASE – 1948 was among the most publicized early UFO reports.
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Larry Anstett (15) died on November 5th, 1974. He had unknowingly picked up a bomb that was wrapped inside a plain cardboard square box. That box was placed on the top of a car. The car belonged to Michael Vermilyea, the president of the biker gang Heaven’s Devils. Vermilyea had testified during a robbery trial against their rivals, the Outlaws
Larry Anstett (15) died on November 5th, 1974. He had unknowingly picked up a bomb that was wrapped inside a plain cardboard square box. That box was placed on the top of a car. The car belonged to Michael Vermilyea, the president of the biker gang Heaven’s Devils. Vermilyea had testified during a robbery trial against their rivals, the Outlaws
On Nov 28, 1969 Betsy Aardsma was stabbed in the heart and died in what is known as the “Stacks” area of the Pattee Library at the Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania. There was hope when her red dress was to be examined for DNA but I have not heard anything about test results. If you have, please let me know. New books have appeared on the market but the case remains unsolved.
On Nov 28, 1969 Betsy Aardsma was stabbed in the heart and died in what is known as the “Stacks” area of the Pattee Library at the Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania. There was hope when her red dress was to be examined for DNA but I have not heard anything about test results. If you have, please let me know. New books have appeared on the market but the case remains unsolved.
The ‘Pope Lick Monster’ – also known as Goat Man has apparently been luring unsuspecting people to their deaths for as long as the locals can recall. Depending on which story you favor this hairy, horned monster is either a survivor from a circus train wreck or a local goat farmer who tortured his goats on behalf of the devil and therefore forfeited his own soul. He is said to mimic the voice of children calling for help to lure people onto the train tracks where they then become frozen in place as a speeding train hurtles towards them!
The ‘Pope Lick Monster’ – also known as Goat Man has apparently been luring unsuspecting people to their deaths for as long as the locals can recall. Depending on which story you favor this hairy, horned monster is either a survivor from a circus train wreck or a local goat farmer who tortured his goats on behalf of the devil and therefore forfeited his own soul. He is said to mimic the voice of children calling for help to lure people onto the train tracks where they then become frozen in place as a speeding train hurtles towards them!
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MAURY ISLAND INCIDENT – 1947
MAURY ISLAND INCIDENT – 1947
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March 13, 1997: The Phoenix Lights in Phoenix, Arizona
March 13, 1997: The Phoenix Lights in Phoenix, Arizona
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Alice Adeline Cooke, criminal record number 565LB, 30 December 1922. Convicted of bigamy and theft. By the age of 24 Alice Cooke had amassed an impressive number of aliases and at least two husbands. Described by police as ‘rather good looking’, Cooke was a habitual thief and a convicted bigamist. Aged 24
Alice Adeline Cooke, criminal record number 565LB, 30 December 1922. Convicted of bigamy and theft. By the age of 24 Alice Cooke had amassed an impressive number of aliases and at least two husbands. Described by police as ‘rather good looking’, Cooke was a habitual thief and a convicted bigamist. Aged 24
Blue Fugates of Troublesome Creek. An enzyme deficiency that runs in the family causes them to appear blue.
Blue Fugates of Troublesome Creek. An enzyme deficiency that runs in the family causes them to appear blue.
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The lady standing in black by the stroller doesn’t have any legs. The person who took the photo said that the lady ion black wasn’t there at the time the photo was taken.
The lady standing in black by the stroller doesn’t have any legs. The person who took the photo said that the lady ion black wasn’t there at the time the photo was taken.
Juliane Koepcke was born a German national in Lima, Peru, in 1954, the daughter of a world-renowned zoologist (Hans-Wilhelm) and an equally revered ornithologist (Maria).
Juliane Koepcke was born a German national in Lima, Peru, in 1954, the daughter of a world-renowned zoologist (Hans-Wilhelm) and an equally revered ornithologist (Maria).
Glenna June Bellomy Anderson (1926 – 2008). When the cemetery sexton sold Glenna her stone, her request for the inscription on it was “I Was. . . SOMEBODY. He said the reason was that Glenna felt that many years after she died no one would probably remember her anyway. By having this inscription on her stone, people would see & remember it. Park Cemetery, Carthage, Missouri
Glenna June Bellomy Anderson (1926 – 2008). When the cemetery sexton sold Glenna her stone, her request for the inscription on it was “I Was. . . SOMEBODY. He said the reason was that Glenna felt that many years after she died no one would probably remember her anyway. By having this inscription on her stone, people would see & remember it. Park Cemetery, Carthage, Missouri
The light beam. South Fort Myers Florida. August 15, 2015.
The light beam. South Fort Myers Florida. August 15, 2015.
“Antony Baekeland – Bakelite heir, killed his mother after she forced him to have sex with her to prove he wasn’t gay.
“Antony Baekeland – Bakelite heir, killed his mother after she forced him to have sex with her to prove he wasn’t gay.
Marti Enriqueta was a self-styled witch who kidnapped, sexually abused, and ritualistically butchered small children in Barcelona,
Marti Enriqueta was a self-styled witch who kidnapped, sexually abused, and ritualistically butchered small children in Barcelona,
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Child soldier – in desperation the Nazi’s used many of these children often as fodder for front line diversionary actions. These children didn’t have a chance.
Child soldier – in desperation the Nazi’s used many of these children often as fodder for front line diversionary actions. These children didn’t have a chance.
Ardith Lennander, who had been flogged by her husband as part of a religious cleansing ritual, lying in bed in an apparent state of shock, her eyes open and her lips scarred by bloody cuts. She would die the next day – October 18, 1951. (Culled from Murder Has a Public Face)
Ardith Lennander, who had been flogged by her husband as part of a religious cleansing ritual, lying in bed in an apparent state of shock, her eyes open and her lips scarred by bloody cuts. She would die the next day – October 18, 1951. (Culled from Murder Has a Public Face)
Cassidy Goodson, 14, is accused of choking her newborn to death while the baby was still attached to her by the umbilical cord.
Cassidy Goodson, 14, is accused of choking her newborn to death while the baby was still attached to her by the umbilical cord.
Gertrude Baniszewski and son John, 13, say goodbye following the trial for the murder of Sylvia Likens. Baniszewski brutally tortured and murdered Likens in her home until she eventually died of brain hemorrhage.
Gertrude Baniszewski and son John, 13, say goodbye following the trial for the murder of Sylvia Likens. Baniszewski brutally tortured and murdered Likens in her home until she eventually died of brain hemorrhage.
Brenda Lee Harvey Martinez, was only 23 years old when she disappeared on Dec. 22, 1988, in Flint, Michigan. Her snow-covered, frozen body was found near Tobaggan Hill in Holloway Reservoir Regional Park on Jan. 5, 1989. The authorities still refuse to reveal the cause of death (crucial to the investigation) but have labelled her case a homicide. However, nobody has ever been charged for her murder.
Brenda Lee Harvey Martinez, was only 23 years old when she disappeared on Dec. 22, 1988, in Flint, Michigan. Her snow-covered, frozen body was found near Tobaggan Hill in Holloway Reservoir Regional Park on Jan. 5, 1989. The authorities still refuse to reveal the cause of death (crucial to the investigation) but have labelled her case a homicide. However, nobody has ever been charged for her murder.
Eric Smith (born January 22, 1980) is an American criminal, incarcerated for the murder, sexual abuse and mutilation of four-year-old Derrick Robie (born October 2, 1988) on August 2, 1993, in Steuben County, New York.
Eric Smith (born January 22, 1980) is an American criminal, incarcerated for the murder, sexual abuse and mutilation of four-year-old Derrick Robie (born October 2, 1988) on August 2, 1993, in Steuben County, New York.
Debbie Reynolds & Carrie Fisher Resting Place Forest Lawn 2016
Debbie Reynolds & Carrie Fisher Resting Place Forest Lawn 2016
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Al Lewis, 1910-2006 (cause of death: Natural Causes) * Actor
Al Lewis, 1910-2006 (cause of death: Natural Causes) * Actor
Statue atop the grave of Artist Gustave Guillaumet (1840-1887) at the Cemetery of Monmartre.
Statue atop the grave of Artist Gustave Guillaumet (1840-1887) at the Cemetery of Monmartre.
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Abu Simbel – Egypt – In 1255 BC Rameses and his queen Nefertari traveled into Nubia to inaugurate a new temple, the great Abu Simbel.
Abu Simbel – Egypt – In 1255 BC Rameses and his queen Nefertari traveled into Nubia to inaugurate a new temple, the great Abu Simbel.
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Arnold Schwarzengger and Maria Shriver at Studio 54
Arnold Schwarzengger and Maria Shriver at Studio 54
 
Maria Feliciana dos Santos grew normally until the age of 10, when her growth skyrocketed. She was a basketball player, singer and circus attraction. Her first public performances were in 1962 at the age of 16. At 18 she received the title of Queen of Height in a contest in Chacrinha. Although her height was often claimed to be 7 feet 4.4 inches (224.8 cm), her real height was probably no more than 7 feet 0 inches.
Maria Feliciana dos Santos grew normally until the age of 10, when her growth skyrocketed. She was a basketball player, singer and circus attraction. Her first public performances were in 1962 at the age of 16. At 18 she received the title of Queen of Height in a contest in Chacrinha. Although her height was often claimed to be 7 feet 4.4 inches (224.8 cm), her real height was probably no more than 7 feet 0 inches.
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