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John McDonald of Philadelphia uncovered a hidden treasure of 563 old English and American gold coins, valued at over $5,000, from a false bottom in…

Umbrellas, a common sight in rainy weather, have a rich history that stretches back thousands of years. However, their original use was not as a…

A 50-year-old German native was discovered dead inside his hut in 1895 after his neighbors started to smell him. The state of his remains and…

In 1911, the remains of a child were found in a wooden box buried in the foundation of a building. An old penny from 1817…

Ernest Lindholm, while installing posts under the sidewalk in front of Harry Levoy’s establishment, uncovered a hidden stash of gold coins dating back to 1887….

The Victorian era is often portrayed as a time of strict manners, elaborate fashion, and societal norms. However, beneath the surface of prim and proper…

William Mecklingberg, a young IWW organizer, tragically died after falling from a freight car near Willmar, suffering severe injuries that led to his death an…

Beans have long held a special place in the lore and traditions of cultures worldwide. From associations with the afterlife to their roles in divination…

Here is a 1918 newspaper article about a man who tried to leave the U.S. with $500 in gold. He hid the gold in a…

“I promised to marry a mountain girl from Kentucky, and then I stole her dowry and ditched her in Pittsburgh. AITAH?” Oof. What a story!…