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The Winchester Mystery House
The Winchester Mystery House is one the most famous haunted houses in America. Tourists travel from around the world to see the historical landmark. The house which is located in San Jose California, began construction in 1883 and construction ended in 1922. How could it possibly take that long for one house to be built you wonder? Well the owner of the house, was told to do so by[...]
Colors of Mourning
As there are many beliefs when it comes to mourning, the colors of mourning are just as vibrant.Black: At Japanese and Buddhist services many will attend in black attire. Bright colors, like reds are inappropriate for any mourning occasion. However, you may wear a string of white pearls.Throughout Europe wearing black is tradition. This custom is derived from the Roman Empire. Although[...]
A True Friend Buries Incriminating Evidence
Every person should have one. You may have heard of them. They're our life-long friends - the person who stole the liquor from their parent's cabinet and got us embarrassingly drunk; they're the ones who ditched us at a party in the middle of nowhere to go home with someone they just met; they're our confidants, wingmen, best-friends, partners-in-crime, and sometimes, even our[...]
Mourning Photography
Having a professional photographer take pictures of the deceased was a regular practice that came with the growing popularity and the affordability of the photograph. This was especially common with small children and infants - having a picture ensured that the parents would never forget the face of their beloved child.Anthony R. Vizzari has gathered over 1000 photographs of mourners,[...]
Lover of the Russian Queen
Rasputin, otherwise lovingly known as the "Mad Monk", was a close confidante and influential advisor to the Romanovs of the Russian empire. He was especially close with Alexandra and their only son Tsarevich Alexei, who suffered from hemophilia. Alexandra felt vulnerable due to Alexei's very delicate condition, so she turned to the faith healer for guidance which she needed in most[...]
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