Category: Culture
1913 Instructions on How to Protect Self From Psychic Vampires
Published in a New Jersey newspaper, 1913, the following article details how to ward off psychic and emotional vampires. The advice is spot-on for self-protection…
Origin and History of Hocus Pocus
The phrase “hocus pocus” is famously associated with magic and illusion, often used by magicians before performing a trick. However, its origin is somewhat mysterious,…
Herbal Healers and Witches: The Ties Between Nature’s Remedies and Witchcraft
The association between herbal medicine and witches or witchcraft has deep historical roots that span various cultures and time periods. This connection primarily arises from…
Definition and Meaning of Heathen
To fully appreciate the term’s depth, we must first look to its origins. “Heathen” paints a picture of early European societies, ones that thrived before…
The Enchanted Hazel: A Journey Through Myths and Folk Beliefs
Hazel branches carry stories of magic, divinity, and wisdom. This blog post embarks on a fascinating journey to explore the multifaceted roles of hazel rods…
History of the name MacArthur, Scottish origin
The following article, published in 1924, details the origin of the name MacArthur. There appears to have been a series of these articles and I…
Hatpins as weapons for self-defense
Hatpins were more than long pins used to hold hats in place. Women of the past used them as weapons when confronted by burglars or…
Strange foot beliefs from the late 1800s
From arched feet to reading the soles of your shoes, the late 1800s held some strange beliefs about feet. Look at Your Foot It is…
Ghost noises heard on Church Island, North Carolina
Weird, ghostly noises were reported on Church Island, North Carolina in 1928. Locals pointed to the spirits of pirates and buccaneers who once sailed the…
Ghost shows family where he hid his gold
In 1922, it was reported that a ghost revealed where he hid his gold to a family renting his former home. I’ve always enjoyed ghost…
