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10 Things Believed to Scare Off Ghosts
Our ancestors were plagued by ghosts and night terrors, so it is not surprising to know that there are many superstitions that show how to…
4 Historical Facts About Malaria Experiments
How did people get malaria and where did it come from? Scientists in the 1800s and early 1900s were on a mission to find out…
10 Realities Of Ancient Roman Prostitutes
In ancient Greek society, they were often called the “companions to men.” Ancient Romans, however, viewed prostitutes as mere business transactions and called them “earners.”…
5 True Stories Of Lobotomies
Icepick lobotomies are the stuff of horror movies for many people. It seems barbaric to destroy parts of the brain to make a person conform…
What You Never Knew About Snake Oil
While it is an old remedy, snake oil is still used today to help cure different ailments. In Oriental medicine, the oil from the Chinese…
10 Intriguing Coin Superstitions
Love to collect coins? Here are ten fascinating superstitions about coins, making wishes, and bringing good luck. 1. New Homes and Additions When building a…
10 Weird Superstitions About Spit
Have you ever spat on your hands before digging into a pile of dirt? Did you ever spit on a ball or in a baseball…
Scotland And Sardinia Paper Dolls
These two charming paper dolls, Scotland and Sardinia, were first published in The Washington Times, March 26, 1922. To use, click on the image and…
Candy Recipe For Maple Creams 1917
The great thing about many old recipes is their simplicity. This recipe for maple creams is very easy to make and it was published during…
The Unusual Lives Of 10 Contortionists
In the early 1900s, contortionists were all the rage. Newspapers would often print photographs of contortionists in various positions and they were the source of…
