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The Legend Of the Palatine
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Dozens of reputable witnesses claim to have heard the terrible screams that were coming from the ghost ship Palatine just 5 miles off the coast of Rhode Island. John Greenleaf Whitter committed the legend of poetry, and the story of the ghostly ship has found its way into several formal histories of New England. 

The story of the tragic ship Palatine and her final voyage goes back to November 1752. With a full passenger list of immigrants, all bound for Philadelphia, the vessel set sail from a Dutch port. The immigrantscarried all their worldly possessions because none of them planned on ever leaving the New World.The voyage was uneventful until the Palatine recent vicinity of the Gulf Stream, at that point it seemed as if the entire fury of the whole Atlantic Ocean was hurled upon them. Storm after storm smashed against the ill-fated ship, dried it off course and into uncharted seas. To make matters worse the captain had become ill shortly after the Palatine had set out and the sheer volume of waves caused him to be bed stricken after the storm. With their captain in bed unable to perform his normal duties the crew began the slack off. For weeks the ship was a mauled by the vicious sea and the crew did little to make sure the course was maintained. Without the captain at the helm the crew went below deck to seek shelter from the storm and let the waves decide the Palatine's course.

When the captain died a few weeks later, all hope was lost for the ship's passengers. Ambitious young officers then seized control of all provisions and unless passengers were able to pay exorbitant prices for meager rations of food and water and they started to death and were cast overboard. The supplies finally gave out entirely right around Christmas time. The crew took to the lifeboats in the dead of night abandoning the passengers who were still alive aboard the ship. The Palatine drifted for several more days, until it finally ran aground on the sandy shore of Block Island. The majority of the surviving passengers had suffered such severe mental breakdowns due to conditions that some had turned to cannibalism amongst other live passengers.

The Islanders for their own safety did not allow the survivors to enter the towns instead force them to stay along the shore lines. Desperate to rid themselves of these castaways villagers began to work on the Palatine only to have the ship blown adrift by a sudden storm. In his haste to leave the ship, one of the men working on it accidentally tipped over a brazier of coals. Flames began leaping upward from the now dry timber and workers aboard the ship began to scramble to their boats. As they rowed towards the shore, the Islanders looked towards the Palatine which was now fully and often flames. They heard screams of people who were now burning alive. It seems some of the passengers who were not allowed entry to the villages had been living on the ship and now were meeting their doom.

Some of claimed there was a witch aboard the ship who placed a spell allowing the ship to come back one night a year in order for the victims of the tragedy to attempt to make their way to the nearby villages and take out a vengeance among those who did not render aid. To mark the terrible tragedy the Islanders erected a sign that simply says Palatine 1752 at the spot where it ran aground. To this day on overcast nights some Islanders still claim to hear crying at the marker.

The workmen knew the flames were too intense for any type of rescue effort so they did nothing other than praying for the souls of the passengers. They watched horrified as the wind pushed the vessel out to sea and eventually out of sight. In it's flames the Palatine sailed into legend. Historians have documented nearly 10,000 claims of individuals who have said to have seen the Palatine return to the sea near the island every year on the anniversary of her destruction. There have even been reports from various Navy officials who have claimed to be the lights on several occasions. They say there is a blazing fire the size of the ship which appears near the shore, it slowly recedes until there's just a tiny light upon the horizon.

 

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January 30th

9:52
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Do you need a paranormal review?
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Have you written a book about the paranormal? Perhaps you have a blog and would like more exposure. Right now, I’m offering my services and I’m willing to review your work and post an article about you with your links right here on this site.

The only requirement is that it has to be related to the paranormal and you are not afraid of a honest review. If you are interested in promoting something paranormal please e-mail me at review@ghostmap.info and let me know what is that you would like for our team to take a look at.

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December 11th

15:56
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Lady Gaga Haunted?
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Lady Gaga isn’t just recording music these days she’s also ghost hunting. Turns out that the popular musician believes that some malevolent spirits are vexing her and she purchased over $5000 worth of ghost hunting equipment to get some answers.

Her aides apparently have to do a spirit seeking sweep prior to her shows while on tour to seek out any spirits that may be lurking in the arena before she takes the stage.

Lady Gaga isn’t the first celebrity to come forward and state they believe they are haunted by spirits other celebrities including actors Nicholas Cage, Keanu Reeves, Neve Campbell, Jean Claude Van Damme and singers Sting, Bryan Adams, Belinda Carlisle, Liam Gallagher and Paul McCartney just in a few have all reportedly claimed to have ghostly encounters.

If Lady Gaga is in need of any assistance or guidance in regards to spirit removal or communication when she visits Phoenix, Arizona I would gladly offer my services.

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December 11th

15:43
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Ghost Adventures Visit The Old City Jail In Charleston South Carolina
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The Ghost Adventure guys Zak, Aaron and Nick were in Charleston, South Carolina this week investigating the alleged paranormal activity occurring at the old city jail.

The jail built in 1802, was home to thousands of inmates over the years and it has been reported that over 14,000 people died within its walls on Magazine Street. The Ghost Adventures guys were looking for one ghost in particular. That ghost is that of former inmate Levinia Fisher who has been considered the first female serial killer in Charleston, South Carolina. There have been many reports that her spirit still haunt the walls of the old Jail.

Fischer was convicted of murdering at least 12 people with her husband and hiding them under the couples bed-and-breakfast. She spent five months in the jail with its 500 male inmates.

Levinia Fisher was hanged and is rumored that her last words were “If any of you have a message for the devil, tell me, because in a moment I’ll be seeing him.”

The hosts spent the night last night and no word yet on what they found. The episode featuring The Old City Jail will air on the Travel Channel sometime in December of this year. I’ve seen this place in person and I can say without a doubt this place is without a doubt haunted by many spirits.

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October 20th

16:24
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Spirit Halloween Announces 2011 Top Costumes
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SpiritHalloween.com

It’s finally here! Halloween: the only time of year when Charlie Sheen can be seen with Captain America and Thor and Lady Gaga are holding hands with Lightning McQueen.

As North America’s largest seasonal Halloween retailer and the leading authority on Halloween trends, Spirit Halloween is pleased to announce its top costume predictions for the 2011 season. This year’s picks are sure to be a hit, with a combination of the latest movie characters, straight-from-the-headlines costumes and nostalgic wear inspired by shows of years past:

Green Lantern
Captain America
Thor
Vampires
Smurfs
Charlie Sheen
Monster High
Angry Birds
Lightning McQueen
Lady Gaga

“At Spirit Halloween, we’re on a mission to get everyone excited about Halloween. That’s why we deliver the best costumes, decor and overall Halloween experience to our consumers,” said Steven Silverstein, President and CEO, Spirit Halloween. “Our team of expert buyers scours the world and the headlines to identify the hottest trends so that every Spirit Halloween shopper walks away with the best costume. This year’s selections are a reflection of pop culture – a combination of newsworthy people, the most popular movies and familiar retro favorites.”

Spirit Halloween stores offer the most hands-on interactive Halloween experience for enthusiasts of all ages. This year’s in-store fright zones include a Vampire Cemetery, Zombie Baby Amusement Park, House of Horrors and a Zombie Wasteland complete with fog machines for effect. For kids and their amusement, all stores will also feature a Cars 2 zone allowing parents to take pictures of their children with Lightning McQueen.

To locate a Spirit Halloween store in your area, visit www.spirithalloween.com. For exclusive discounts and the inside scoop on all things Halloween.

SOURCE Spirit Halloween


SpiritHalloween.com

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October 3rd

12:48
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Having issues with the site
by ghostmap

Please forgive me but for the next few days I need to figure out what’s going on with my site. If I edit an old post it moves it to new or totally deletes it. I have a few posts I plan on putting up guys but am holding off til this site becomes more stable. So for now I’m going to undo all my plugins etc and see if I can get the site going right. I don’t think I’ve been hacked but we shall see.

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May 4th

16:44
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My 2011 Predictions
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I did this last year so I thought I’d give it a shot again. Anyway here are my predictions for 2011.

1) A US political figure will be shot and possibly killed. It won’t be by a terrorist group it will be by a US citezen.

2) The US will go to war with Pakistan and try to classify it as a war on terror.

3) Housing market will start to recover.

4) Gas prices will hit an all time high.

5) Osama bin Laden will be killed (possible captured but I think whoever finds him will kill him even if he surrenders) and it will spark multiple terrorist attacks across the world against Americans and all of their allies.

6) A Hollywood celebrity will be kidnapped and held for ransom.

7) This will be the year of natural disasters. Lots of earthquakes etc…

8 ) Pro sports will be at a stand still because NFL and NBA will be locked out

9) Moammar Gadhafi will be killed under suspicious circumstances but nobody will claim responsibility.

10) There will be a mass cult suicide as a result of the Mayan calendar.

As always I don’t guarantee these events I just see them being highly likely. If you wanna know more feel free to ask.

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December 13th

12:53
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Ghost Adventures Crew Still Not Answering The Challenge by Robert Bess
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gal_parabot-containment-chamberThe more I hear about the drama between Robert Bess and Ghost Adventures the more I think there’s more going on behind the scenes than many people know. I originally was on the Ghost Adventures side in regards to this drama but the more I think of it why not just accept it I mean if he is a fake like the GAC claims what does accepting the challenge hurt?

In case your unfamiliar with the challenge Robert Bess and his group, The Foundation for Paranormal Research issued a challenge to the guys from Ghost Adventures that involves the capture of a ghost and providing evidence of it’s capture on the spot. Bess is even willing to let Ghost Adventures pick the location and bring as much help as they need.

If Bess succeeds then he requests Ghost Adventures cancel next season and tell the public exactly why.

When you look at it one of two things will happen either there will be documented proof of the capture of a real ghost or Mr. Bess will fail and all the drama will go away. I really think the fans and those of us who help the show succeed deserve closure so why not just do it?

If Travel Channel and Ghost Adventures need an incentive to get this over and done with I’m willing to go to bat for them and offer up a historic site that I have been invited to do a reading in and no Paranormal TV show has been able to get access to this location even though many have tried. I think would make for an awesome show regardless of Mr Hess’s outcome. So if your up to prove who’s right then I can guarantee you a site that will give you your highest ratings ever.

Email me admin@ghostmap.info for more details

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October 11th

18:17
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Ghost Adventures Waverly Hills
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Next week’s episode will be in a really spooky place in fact if death has a home address it’s Waverly hills sanatorium in Lousville Kentuckey. Final resedance for thousands at the hight of the Tuberculosis outbreak that killed millions world wide. Waverly Hills features shadow figures, apperitions and voices from the past. I’ve visited this location in person on three separate occasions so I’m pretty familiar with this site.

All in all it was an ok episode with some good evp’s and even a couple of shadow people. My only issue is I feel like I’m in rerunville because I’m the type of viewer who prefers new locations. I also have issues with them using Brandon Alvis founder of the American Paranormal Research Society to look over the video evidence considering his past history. I’m not going to go into detail just yet but I’m afraid ghost adventures is turning into ghost hunters :(

Pennhurst is now a Haunted House attraction
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Pennhurst State Hospital

After sitting idle for more than two decades, the grounds of the old Pennhurst State Hospital will awaken with shrieks and screams when the darkness of night come this Friday and the Pennhurst Asylum haunted attraction opens to the public.

In the 30 minutes or so it will take customers to walk through the attraction, Pennhurst landowner Richard Chakejian said guests will receive a little bit of a history lesson while participateing in “a fun-filled Halloween event,” and perhaps even experience a little real life paranormal activity.

There are many accounts of unexplained experiences that have occurred on the grounds since crews began working to create the haunted attraction, Chakejian said, noting that his younger brother who runs a recycling business on the property thinks the property and buildings are haunted.

Jim Soufflas, who manages and trains the actors hired for the haunt and was on site Wednesday when Chakejian gave The Mercury a tour of the attraction, said people who have been working on the scenes for the attraction also believe Pennhurst is haunted.

“They’ve had some weird things happen they couldn’t explain,” Soufflas said, noting that those experiences make going to Pennhurst more desirable for many people looking for a good scare.

With the use and occupancy permit from the township in hand and a permit issued from the Department of Agriculture Amusement Ride Safety Program, Chakejian said the attraction will open its doors Friday. Preparations to open were in full swing Wednesday, undeterred by a lawsuit filed Tuesday by a township resident seeking a court injunction to halt the property development.

Although he declined to disclose the number of pre-sale tickets sold for opening night, Chakejian said he hopes “a lot” of people come out and experience the haunt, which will run Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights through Nov. 7.

Pennhurst Asylum, according to its Web site, www.pennhurstasylum.com, will be open from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $25 and VIP tickets are $50. Tickets may be purchased through the Web site.

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September 25th

16:43
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