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4 Historical Facts About Sandwiches
The first time I heard about the origin of sandwiches, it was in fourth grade. The teacher told the class the story of the Earl…
John Grady Held Under $10,000 Bond on Murder Charge
Chicago chef, John Grady, was held for murder after the bloody clothes belonging to his wife were found stashed under the porch of their home…
How Palindromes Have Been Used in the Occult
A palindrome is a word, phrase, number, or other sequence of characters that reads the same forward and backward. In other words, it’s symmetric, like…
Kentucky Woman is First Female River Pilot in the State
In 1919 it was announced that Mrs. Eicher in Kentucky became the first woman to gain a river pilot license. It happened after her husband…
How to Document Local and Familial Superstitions
I have always paid attention to the strange things my elders would say, and I feel this is why I have always been fascinated by…
100,000 Greek Refugees Return from Bulgarian Occupation; Red Cross Details Harrowing Conditions and Exploitation
Greek Macedonia, a region in northern Greece, became an administrative area following the Second Balkan War in 1913. The following article, published in 1919, tells…
How to Research Your Ancestors’ Odd Occupations
When I learned that one of my great-great-grandfathers was a gravedigger and helped bury soldiers during the end of the Civil War, I became enthralled…
6 Terrifying Medical Procedures in Victorian England
Victorian England saw medical practices that might seem barbaric or terrifying by today’s standards, largely due to the limited understanding of disease and the lack…
5 True Facts About Julia Pastrana, The Bearded Lady
Julia Pastrana (1834-1860), known historically as the “Bearded Lady,” was a unique sideshow performer in the 19th century, captivating audiences with her distinct appearance and…
5 Reasons Why You Should Never Accept a Dinner Invitation From Vlad the Impaler
It’s safe to say, dining with Vlad the Impaler would not only be risky but could be a literally life-threatening endeavor. And so, without bothering…
