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Horrific Arctic Account From a Crew Member of the Jeannette
In the early 19th century, Arctic expeditions were fraught with peril, as evidenced by tales like those of the crew of the Jeannette and the…
How to Make Wooden Stilts Instructions From 1906
Here are instructions published in 1906 on how to make wooden stilts. After covering the Landes stilts, I felt that it was only appropriate to…
The Betrayal of Benjamin Franklin’s Son
William Franklin, the son of Benjamin Franklin, took a contrasting path to his father’s during the American Revolutionary War. While Benjamin Franklin was a key…
Shepherds of Les Landes: A Community on Stilts in France
The shepherds of Les Landes, France, navigated their challenging landscape on stilts, using the height to manage flocks and perform everyday tasks with remarkable skill….
Captain’s Harrowing Account of Martinique Eruption Aftermath
The British steamer Roddam narrowly escaped the catastrophic volcanic eruption in Martinique on May 8, 1902. Covered in volcanic ash, the ship and its crew…
Captain Suiter’s Remarkable Find: Pot of Gold Unearthed in Le Claire Cellar
While searching for fish worms in his cellar, Captain Suiter struck upon an iron pot filled with gold coins valued between $200 and $300, alongside…
Former Hartford Judge Claimed Unlawful Detention in Chicago Asylum
Frederick N. Sage, who claimed to be a former judge from Hartford, said he was unlawfully held in a Chicago detention hospital and denied communication…
Old Names for the Devil
In folklore and religion, the Devil has taken on many names, each one offering a glimpse into how different cultures view the nature of evil….
Ancient Spanish Coins Found in 1932 by Oregon Miner
While mining at Dirty Buzzard Bar along the Rogue River in Oregon in 1932, miner Rollie Alexander uncovered two ancient Spanish coins, dated 1780 and…
Case of Missing Wisconsin Man Revived, Estate Wants Him Declared Dead
After a seven year disappearance, the Torrey family of Somers, Wisconsin, want Benjamin B. Torrey declared legally dead. The request reopens the case of the…
