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#12NightmaresOfXmas “HAUNTING OF HUNDLEY HOUSE” and 3 More Paranormal Holiday Tales! #WeirdDarkness

2024/12/13
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达伦·马拉尔 (Darren Marlar) 在节目中讲述了多个与圣诞节相关的超自然故事，包括一部名为《圣诞老人大战撒旦》的电影，以及几个发生在不同地点的真实事件。这些故事涵盖了鬼屋、谋杀案、幽灵、预言梦、睡眠瘫痪等多种超自然现象。其中，瓦德尔斯之家（Waddles House）的故事讲述了该房屋经历洪水灾害后发生的超自然现象，包括一个穿着蓝色衣服的女子幽灵的出现。亨德利夫妇谋杀案则是一起至今未破的悬案，凶手可能是亨德利的儿子，但最终证据不足，未能定罪。卡车司机马克·L.的经历则讲述了他两次在圣诞节前后遇到一个有着蓝色眼睛的流浪汉，并得到其关于多纳山口的警告，从而避免了危险。丰饶之家（House of Plenty）餐厅的故事则讲述了该餐厅发生的超自然现象，包括食物消失和烟斗烟灰神秘出现等。这些故事都与圣诞节相关，并展现了各种超自然现象的真实案例。

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What is the main theme of this episode?

The episode explores four paranormal holiday tales, including 'The Flash Flood', 'The Haunting of Hundley House', 'The Messenger of Donner Pass', and 'House of Plenty', all from the book 'The Spirits of Christmas: The Dark Side of the Holidays' by Sylvia Shults.

What happened during the housewarming party at the Waddles House in 1847?

During the housewarming party, a flash flood from the Ohio River swept through the house, killing most of the partygoers. Only six people survived.

What are the reported paranormal activities at the Waddles House?

Witnesses report seeing a woman in a blue dress and bonnet, often accompanied by a young boy and a man in Amish-style clothing. People also feel an unnatural drowsiness in John Waddles' bedroom and experience visions of six travelers entering the house.

Who was John Charles Hundley and what happened to him?

John Charles Hundley was a wealthy businessman and former mayor of Carbondale, Illinois. He and his second wife, Luella, were murdered in their home on December 12, 1928.

What was the motive behind the Hundley murders?

Initially, robbery was suspected as the motive, but nothing was stolen from the house. Later, it was revealed that John Hundley planned to disinherit his son, Victor, which could have been a motive for the murders.

What paranormal experiences have been reported at the Hundley House?

Residents and visitors have reported hearing a piano playing by itself, footsteps on the stairs, and the porch swing moving without any wind. Some have also felt the presence of Luella Hundley's ghost.

What happened to Mark L. at Donner Pass?

Mark L. was advised by a stranger with piercing blue eyes to cross Donner Pass immediately. He followed the advice and made it through the pass just before it was closed due to a snowstorm, allowing him to spend Christmas at home.

What is the legend behind the House of Plenty?

The House of Plenty is believed to be haunted by Timothy Graz, the original owner, who hosted a party for Swiss settlers. The ship carrying the settlers sank, and Graz is said to still wait for their return. The house is known for mysterious disappearances and paranormal activities, especially during Christmas.

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This episode is part of the "Twelve Nightmares of Christmas" series. The host promotes upcoming Weird Darkness events: a Christmas-themed Weirdo Watch Party and a live stream featuring nighttime stories. Listener engagement is encouraged.
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