The Paranormal Corner: Where Paranormal & Spirituality Meet
The Paranormal Corner: Bringing Together The Mystical Paranormal and Spirituality
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"The Paranormal Channel"
Paranormal activity has always intrigued people, blending mystery with the unknown. It's captivating to explore the unexplained events, spiritual encounters, and the history behind them. There is a profound and enriching dialogue that can be formed when we acknowledge the insights that both science and spirituality bring understanding of the universe and our place within it. Combining these perspectives allows us to explore the mysteries of life of scientific inquiry and the depth of spiritual insight. The term "awareness tomb-ology" is intriguing! It is about exploring historical sites and uncovering stories that connect the past with our present spiritual understanding. Reflecting on these connections can provide us with a new perspective on our own lives and the world around us. Whether it's ghost sightings, ancient legends, or otherworldly phenomena, there's always something new and intriguing to uncover.
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The Mysteries of Churches
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Churchyards and graveyards often carry a profound sense of history and mystery. They serve as places for worship, honoring the deceased, and performing funeral rites. These spaces are imbued with cultural and spiritual significance, making them fascinate to explore. Many churchyards date back centuries and serve as resting places for local residents. The gravestones and monuments often tell stories of the past, giving insights into historical events, local customs, and genealogies. Some churches are known for their unique architecture, which often includes crypts or catacombs beneath the church, where notable figures or clergy are buried. These can be as awe-inspiring as they are mysterious. This term could refer to relics or artifacts believed to have divine protection, often found in churches. These items are sometimes claimed to be impervious to decay or damage and are treated with great reverence. funerals, churches often hold annual services to remember and honor the deceased. All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day are two examples where the dead are honered . Mahala D. Bacon, Th.D.
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Bluff City Cemetery
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Bluff City Cemetery was established in 1889 when the old Elgin Cemetery on Channing Street reached capacity. It spans 107.8 acres and features well-maintained grounds, including a fen and butterfly garden. Bluff City Cemetery offers a variety of burial options, including single, companion, and family plots, as well as ground inurnment of cremains and above-ground columbarium spaces. The cemetery is known for its zinc monuments, also called "White Bronze" monuments, which were originally set at the Channing Street cemetery and moved to Bluff City Cemetery. It doesn't have a reputation for being the final resting place of widely recognized celebrities or notable figures. Interestingly, Bluff City Cemetery was featured in the 2010 remake of the horror movie "A Nightmare on Elm Street". The cemetery was used as one of the filming locations for some movie's scenes Bluff City Cemetery is relatively close to the former Elgin State Hospital, also known as the Elgin Mental Health Center. Like many historic cemeteries, it has its share of local legends and ghost stories. Some people believe that spirits from the former Elgin State Hospital (Elgin Mental Health Center) might wander the grounds of the cemetery. These stories are often passed down through generations and can be fueled by the cemetery's age and the historical significance of the nearby hospital. While there's no scientific evidence to support these claims, the combination of history, architecture, and nature can create an atmosphere ripe for ghostly tales. If you're interested in local folklore and paranormal activities, cemeteries like Bluff City can be fascinating places to explore. Mahala D. Bacon, Th.D
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Al Capone Untold Story
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Early Life: Born on January 17, 1899, in Brooklyn, New York, to Italian immigrant parents. Rise to Power: Moved to Chicago in his early twenties and became involved in organized crime under the mentorship of Johnny Torrio. Prohibition Era: Built a vast bootlegging empire during Prohibition, smuggling illegal alcohol and expanding into other illegal activities. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: In 1929, seven members of a rival gang were murdered, cementing Capone's reputation as a ruthless crime boss. Legal Troubles: Convicted of tax evasion in 1931 and sentenced to 11 years in prison. Al Capone was imprisoned at Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary on Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, California. He was transferred there in August 1934, shortly after the prison opened as a maximum-security facility. Alcatraz was known for housing some of America's most dangerous criminals, and Capone spent the last four years of his sentence there until his release in 1939 due to his declining health. Later Years: Suffered from syphilis, which led to his mental and physical decline. Released in 1939 and lived quietly until his death. who was he survived by Al Capone was survived by his wife, Mary Josephine Coughlin, and his only son, Albert Francis "Sonny" Capone Jr. After Al Capone's death, his wife Mae lived until 1986, and his son Sonny, who changed his last name to Brown to distance himself from his father's legacy, lived until 2004. Mahala D. Bacon, Th.D.
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GraceLand Cemetery
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Graceland Cemetery is a historic garden cemetery located on the north side of Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1860, it's known for its beautiful landscape and serene environment. The cemetery was designed by visionary landscape architects O.C. Simonds and H.W.S. Cleveland. It's considered an oasis of art, architecture, and landscape design. Notable Burials: Graceland is the final resting place of many prominent Chicagoans, including industrialists, politicians, athletes, and architects. Some notable figures buried here Ernie Banks: Known as "Mr. Cub," he was a beloved Chicago Cubs baseball player and a Hall of Famer. Marshall Field: The founder of the famous Marshall Field's department store, which became a Chicago institution. Philip Armour: Founder of Armour & Company, a major meatpacking firm. John Peter Altgeld: The 20th Governor of Illinois, remembered for his progressive policies and controversial pardon of the Haymarket Riot anarchists. Carter Harrison Sr. and Jr.: Father and son who both served as mayors of Chicago. John Jones: The first African American to hold elective office in Chicago, serving as a county commissioner. William Hulbert: Founder of Major League Baseball's National League. Victor Lawson: Founder of the Chicago Daily News. These individuals have made significant contributions to sports, business, politics, and media, making them well-known figures in Chicago's history. The historic Significance is that the cemetery is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and continues to be an active cemetery and arboretum. Graceland Cemetery is truly a place where history comes alive through the lives and legacies of these remarkable individuals. Mahala D. Bacon, Th.D.
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Mount Carmel Cemetery, Hillside Illinois
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Julia Buccola-Petta. An Incorruptible
It's a fascinating thought that blends faith, science, and history!
Among the graves of mobsters and bishops in Mount Carmel Cemetery, Hillside Illinois, lies Julia Buccola-Petta, a woman whose body was exhumed and mysteriously found in near-perfect condition. This is known as an “Incorruptible”
What is incorruptible? - An incorruptible corpse refers to the body of a deceased person that has shown little or no signs of decomposition after death, despite not undergoing any formal preservation methods like embalming. This phenomenon is often considered miraculous and is especially revered in some religious traditions. In the Catholic Church to be a saint you had to be Incorruptible. This was, of course, embalming. These bodies are seen as a sign of the individual's holiness and are often displayed in glass cases for veneration by the faithful. Incorruptibility is thought to be a divine intervention, preserving the body as a testament to the person's sanctity. It's a fascinating thought that blends faith, science, and history!
Following her death, she was buried in her wedding dress. (she died as a result of giving child birth, and buried with her new born son who never made it into this world.)
Six years after Petta's death, Filomena had the grave opened and her daughter exhumed. The coffin was found to have decomposed somewhat, but when it was opened Petta's bohttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk0K7LLMu0Xlz8U6QGhak8gdy was still mostly intact, her son and the arm holding him had decayed. Her mother took a picture of Petta in her casket, which was placed on the monument and is still there to this day. The new monument featured a photo of Petta in her wedding dress and was placed along with a statue of her based on this photo. The photo of Julia after exhumation also appears on the monument.
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