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Ghost Stories of St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Pinellas County by Deborah Frethem Pdf
Some parts of sunny Florida can be downright chilling . . . A haunting historical tour with photos included! Does the restless ghost of a murder victim haunt a Gulfport home? Does a doomed pirate search for his lost treasure at John’s Pass? Are sea captains and Civil War soldiers still combing the area, years after their deaths? With wit and style, the “Queen of Haunts,” Deborah Frethem, calls upon years of experience as the general manager and guide of Tampa Bay Ghost Tours to present legends of sinister deeds and whispers of the past from Florida’s haunted peninsula.
Ghosts Stories of St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Pinellas County by Deborah Frethem Pdf
Does the restless ghost of a murder victim haunt a Gulfport home? Does a doomed pirate search for his lost treasure at John's Pass? Are sea captains and Civil War soldiers still combing the area, years after their deaths? With wit and style, the Queen of Haunts, Deborah Frethem, calls upon years of experience as the general manager and guide of Tampa Bay Ghost Tours to present legends of sinister deeds and whispers of the past from Florida's haunted peninsula.
Explore the spirited history and haunted sites of Tampa with this guide from a local historian. Tampa may be known for sunshine and good times, but it has a scary side. When dusk settles down over the Hillsborough River, spirits begin to stir. Strange things happen in old hotels, theaters and public buildings, and an old cemetery becomes surprisingly lively. Some have seen an old crime boss walking the street. Some have encountered ancient spirits in a public parking garage. Still others have met a long-dead soul in a downtown shop. Join local author and historian Deborah Frethem as she navigates the twists and turns of the more macabre side of Tampa Bay.
The memorable architecture and fine cigars of Ybor City attract and delight visitors, but locals and tourists aren't the only ones prowling the city's narrow brick streets and old nightclubs. Invisible revelers still linger at sites like the Florida Brewing Company, where Eduardo Sandoval seeks revenge from the drunken brawl that killed him in 1896. Jose Marti himself still fights by night for Cuba's liberation in Parque Amigos de Jose Marti on Eighth Avenue. Grab a Cuban sandwich or a cafe con leche and join local historian Deborah Frethem as she traces the spectral happenings of Florida's Latin Quarter.
It's easier to imagine ghosts haunting gloomy, medieval castles in Europe of brooding mansions in New England than bright, cheerful homes across the Sunshine State, but ghosts abound in sunny, tropical Florida. In fact, Florida absolutely oozes the weird, the creepy, and the ghastly.
A Haunted History of Invisible Women by Leanna Renee Hieber,Andrea Janes Pdf
From the notorious Lizzie Borden to the innumerable, haunted rooms of Sarah Winchester's mysterious mansion this offbeat, insightful, first-ever book of its kind explores the history behind America’s female ghosts, the stereotypes, myths, and paranormal tales that swirl around them, what their stories reveal about us—and why they haunt us . . . Sorrowful widows, vengeful jezebels, innocent maidens, wronged lovers, former slaves, even the occasional axe-murderess—America’s female ghosts differ widely in background, class, and circumstance. Yet one thing unites them: their ability to instill fascination and fear, long after their deaths. Here are the full stories behind some of the best-known among them, as well as the lesser-known—though no less powerful . . . Tales whispered in darkness often divulge more about the teller than the subject. America’s most famous female ghosts, from ‘Mrs. Spencer’ who haunted Joan Rivers’ New York apartment to Bridget Bishop, the first person executed during the Salem witchcraft trials, mirror each era’s fears and prejudices. Yet through urban legends and campfire stories, even ghosts like the nameless hard-working women lost in the infamous Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire —achieve a measure of power and agency in death, in ways unavailable to them as living women. Riveting for skeptics and believers alike, with humor, curiosity, and expertise, A Haunted History of Invisible Women offers a unique lens on the significant role these ghostly legends play both within the spook-seeking corners of our minds and in the consciousness of a nation. Afterword by Bram Stoker Award-winning author Linda D. Addison “An absolute must-buy for the spooky people of the world . . . utterly brilliant.” —Mallory O'Meara, bestselling author of The Lady from the Black Lagoon and Girly Drinks “If this book doesn’t leave with you a sense of wonder and a healthy dose of goosebumps, check your pulse—you may already be among the spirits.” --Marc Hartzman, author of Chasing Ghosts: A Tour of Our Fascination with Spirits and the Supernatural
Alvin Karpis and the Barker Gang in Minnesota by Deborah Frethem,Cynthia Schreiner Smith Pdf
“The St. Paul of the gangster era springs vividly to life again . . . A captivating glimpse into a shadowy era in the city’s history.” —Community Reporter From their home base in Minnesota, the Karpis-Barker Gang cut a swath of crime and terror across the Midwest in the early 1930s. They kidnapped two important businessmen and held them for exorbitant ransoms. They stole payrolls and robbed banks as the bullets flew. Corrupt police and wily crime bosses helped Alvin Karpis and the Barker brothers Freddie and Doc every step of the way. Who were these men and women? What made them into killers and kidnappers? How did their reckless lifestyles lead to their downfall? From Ma Barker to Volney Davis to Edna Murray the Kissing Bandit, authors Deborah Frethem and Cynthia Schreiner Smith delve into the crimes, personalities and motivations of one of the most successful and infamous gangs in American history.
A collection of ghost stories collected from baseball players, stadium personnel, umpires, front-office folks, and fans, which explores the sometimes amusing and sometimes spooky connection between baseball and the paranormal.
St. Petersburg is known as the Sunshine City. But, where there is sun, there are shadows. This book, which accompanies several local pop-up ghost tours produced by the SPIRITS of St. Petersburg, LLC, and St. Petersburg Paranormal Investigation, LLC, attempts to hone in on the lesser known ghost stories of our area. This volume takes a look at three historic haunted locations in Pinellas County. The first is Patty and Friends Antiques Mall found in the business district of 9th Street North (Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Street North). The store is housed in two converted apartment buildings constructed in 1915 and 1920. Inside, we find the enigmatic Tinkerer, a ghost whose presence makes a room go chilly. Upstairs is the Seamstress, an overworked woman with an eye for fashion. The third presence is nicknamed the Protector and appears as a dapper man in a seersucker suit who watches over the store. Next, visit the Suntan Art Center housed in the historic Don Vista building on St. Pete Beach. Thomas Rowe, who may be one of the spirits still residing within, once lived here while the Don Ce-Sar was under construction. Upstairs is the Hostess, a lovely woman who enjoys music, dancing, and the art shows produced by the artists of the Suntan Art Center. Finally, there is the Running Man who moves at a frantic pace through the building, constantly worried about his paperwork (there is some speculation that this may be the unsettled spirit of Mr. Rowe, himself). The last stop is the Palladium, a building converted from a church to a theater. Here is the enigmatic Lady in Red walks through the Queen's Promenade and watches the performances within.Join us for the lesser known stories illustrating the marvelous history of St. Petersburg and her residents -- then and now.
Supernatural St. Petersburg and Paranormal Pinellas by Brandy Stark Pdf
St. Petersburg is the Sunshine City, but even here there are shadows. Everyone knows the legends of the Vinoy, the Don Cesar, and Tampa Theater. But what about those lesser-known haunted historical places in the bay area? Within these pages are the stories of a mysterious lady in red, a frantic hotel manager and an eccentric business magnate...and they want to meet you. Come with us to learn about the dark side of Florida as we explore Supernatural St. Petersburg and Paranormal Pinellas.
The author of Freaky Florida shares a unique guide to the state’s strangest attractions—from Florida Bigfoot to lost cemeteries, UFO sightings and more. Most people know Florida as the land of endless sunny beaches, Disney World, and NASA shuttle launches. But the state is also home to many hidden mysteries, eerie legends, and tales of bizarre creatures. In Eerie Florida, author Mark Muncy and photographer Kari Schultz provide a unique guide to these truly unique sites across the Sunshine State. The Everglades is home to the elusive Skunk Ape—also known as Florida Bigfoot—a strange bipedal creature recognized by its odor. An uncanny doll reputed to have a life of its own greets visitors in a Florida Keys museum. An ancient monster is reported to roam the rivers in the northeast corners of the state, and in South Florida, a man built Coral Castle—also known as America's Stonehenge—via mysterious means. Join Mark Muncy and Kari Schultz as they uncover the history behind the state's creepiest stories and unusual locations.
