In 1971, The Perron family moved into a centuries old farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island and soon discovered they weren't alone. Over the next decade, they claimed to experience one of the most terrifying hauntings in American history. From unseen forces and ghostly apparitions to violent attacks and a seance gone wrong, the story of the Perrons would later inspire "The conjuring". But what really happened inside that house? Was it truly haunted? Join us in the basement this week for another spooky season episode of From A Dark Place while we unearth the truth behind the scenes of the Perron family farmhouse, the Warren's controversial involvement and what became of the infamous home.

SOURCES

Andrea Perron- House of Darkness, House of Light VOL I-III (2011-2014)

Ed & Loraine Warren case files (The Demonologist by Gerald Brittle 1980)

USA TODAY/WWLP news; reports on the houses operations, tours and license revocation (2023-2024)

Theconjuringhouse.com

Findagrave.com:bathsheba thayer sherman

In the sultry nights of 1918-1919, the streets of New Orleans trembled under an unseen menace. A serial killer known as the Axeman broke into homes clumsily yet terrifyingly... chiseling panels, entering through back doors and then wielding an axe to strike sleeping victims. Targeting mostly Italian immigrant grocers and their families... but he did not stop at violence. He entered the public imagination with a chilling letter published in The TIMES-PICAYUNE in March 1919. Join us this episode to explore the MO of the Axeman, the victims and theories of this still unsolved case.

SOURCES

The Axeman of New Orleans: The True Story by Miriam C. Davis

Country Roads Magazine- "The Axeman of New Orleans"

LegendsofAmerica.com-"Axeman of New Orleans"

Imagine a knock at your door late at night. Two childen stand outside, their voices soft, their request simple- asking to come in. But something feels off. Their eyes are pitch black, void of any light or soul. These encounters have been whispered about for decades, leaving those who claim to have seen them shaken to their core.

In this episode of FROM A DARK PLACE, we dive into the chilling phenomenon of the black eyed children. From eeie first hand accounts to theories about their origins...whether paranormal extraterrestrial or something more sinister.

Sources;

"Death as a Child: The modern Legend of the Black Eyed Children"- Atlas Obscura

"The Black Eyed Child" - Tsem Rinche blog/ paranormal article

in Dec 1872, the merchant ship - The Marie Celeste was discovered drifting in the Atlantic Ocean, completely abandoned. The crew's belongings were untouched, the cargo as intact and there were no signs of struggle. So why would an experienced captain, his family and the entire crew vanish without a trace? In this episode we unravel the chiling mystery of one of histories most infamous ghost ships, exploring theories of mutiny, piracy, foul play and the supernatural..

sources

Transcript of the Vice- Admiralty Court of Gibraltar 1872

"Abandoned Ship: The Mary Celeste'- Smithsonian Magazine by Jess Blumberg (2007)

MaryCeleste.net ("Facts Not Fiction")

The conversation explores the haunting tale of the Greenbrier Ghost, Zona Heaster, who was found dead under mysterious circumstances in 1897. Her mother, Mary Jane, believed Zona's spirit communicated with her, revealing the truth about her death. This led to an investigation, exhumation, and ultimately the conviction of Zona's husband, Edward Shue, making it a unique case in U.S. history where ghost testimony influenced a legal outcome. The story blends elements of true crime, folklore, and the enduring bond between a mother and her child.

*PITCH BLACK*

Richard Chase, also known as the "vampire of Sacramento", left a dark and horrifying mark on California in the late 70's. Driven by severe mental illness and terrifying delusions, Chase's crimes shocked the nation for their brutality and disturbing nature. In this episode, we explore his troubled childhood, the chilling escalation of his behavior and the gruesome murders that earned him his infamous nickname. Join us as we take a deep dive into the twisted mind of one America's most unsettling killers.

sources

"The Vampire Killer" - Ryan Green

The Sacremento Bee (1978-1980)- original reporting on Richard Chase's arrest, trial and crimes

Los Angeles Times (1979)

Murderpedia: Richard Trenton Chase

Summary

This episode delves into the chilling unsolved murders in Mineral, Washington, where two couples were found dead under mysterious circumstances, both with tube socks tied around their necks. The conversation explores the timeline of events, the investigation, and various theories surrounding the cases, including potential connections to other murders in the area. The hosts discuss the eerie details and the ongoing quest for answers, highlighting the complexities of the cases and the chilling possibility of a serial killer at large.

In April of 1974, six- year old Gary Ray Hose vanished from his family's home after being punished by his mother. At first, police believed he had run away but as time passed, suspicions of foul play grew. Decades later, his case remains unsolved- a haunting mystery marked by family secrets, abuse and a life time of unanswered questions.

sources

The Charley Project - Gary Ray Hose http://charleyproject.org/case/gary-ray-hose

Resource Center for cold case missing children's cases

http:rccmcc.com/2020/09/10/gary-ray-hose

Phoenix New Times- "family searches for missing brother they say was murdered by mom in 1974"

12 NEWS- "new leads open up "74 Maricopa county cold case"