Sometimes nearby Sproat Lake is mentioned as well. Travelling mediums etc. Mount Sicker has a ton of lore, of course. There were also 2 men I believe who jumped into the box of one of her friends trucks and were trying to open the doors. Im not an expert, but generally speaking, children do seem to lose these abilities as they grow older. I continued on and was on my hands and knees washing the bathroom floor when the toilet flushed without a thing touching it. Those stories are super creepy! Loved it in there great vibes. Jingle Pot Road. theres a little Chinese food restaurant and te abandoned building is a bit down that road and on the other side of the street. Personally the lake gives me the creeps and I felt that way before I ever heard any stories. I also read into the fact that there were and are 50,000 children missing from residential schools that were here in Port as well. The areas part of the Graveyard of the Pacific. My mother was the janitor at Stanley Gordon, and when I was a kid Id be there in the library upstairs, and I swear Id hear things in there, especially the computer room section! Before the whole thing happened and even after which caused me to believe I could have stopped it and I felt very guilty afterwards Other times Ill have the feeling Ive forgotten something and will need it later on in the day or when something bad will happen I am still afraid of the dark since it seems to just swallow me up without enough light to protect me too, I really dont know whats wrong with me and I need someone to explain these happenings And the most recent experiences are the past months Ive been seeing and hearing things, I would hear something fall but nothing did for example Oh and this one day I saw this floating head of a darker skin colour twice just floating and watching I have a thing for attracting Whatever these things are. Many Landslides back in the day. Around the world, there are many tales of ghostly footsteps and glimpses of full-bodied apparitions. Ill let you know if I come across anything by posting it here beneath your comment. The whole place is a little strange, to say the least. Articles on a variety of paranormal topics include exclusive interviews and witness testimonies, as well as original reportage on unexplained phenomena, past and present. Go ahead, look it up. Dr. Hasell was called in consultation and after an examination it was found that Mr. Croft was suffering from hemorrhage of the brain. Bed line. Some stories unverifiable really suggest that the entity wants the child to cross over so they have someone to play with on the other side. The church was indeed small as in living room small and the man scared the crap out of me to be honest as I was about 20 at the time. As soon as he got outside his flashlight turned back on. I dont know the details, when it was, or where on the lake. A few years ago, a coworker of mine decided to put these stories to rest, and had the High School students video the room while calling the spirit out. of course being around 8 years old i was obviously scared. Ha! And I just heard a footstep outside my room My family just left ten minutes ago. Any idea about that? Youve done a lot of research. It happened just a few kms down the road, and he had the car on a flat deck when he came home (not knowing it was my sister's friends who were involved.) I had never seen one prior and it really took me off guard. Hope youre having a great weekend. Beban House is the current office for the Nanaimo Clippers Junior Hockey Club. Crofton was founded in 1902 by Henry Croft, who owned the nearby copper mine in Mt. Bonhams Fine Art Auctioneers and Valuers: auctioneers of art, pictures, collectables and motor cars Ive never heard of this. Wow. So several people have had experiences at the same time? My youngest went to french creek elementary school, but sad to say they closed it down this year due to cut back. I tried to see if coal carts actually came down Farquhar at some point but I couldnt find any specific information. Which side of Schoen Lake did you feel was creepy? Hobby Horse Farm in Greenwich, also known as the Benjamin Reynolds house, is an 1840 manor home in the Greek Revival style that was originally built on 150 acres purchased by Benjamin in 1838. Arguably the most famous of Croft Castles ghostly residents is Owain Glyndr. I am not sure if it was satanic or wiccan, I did see a deer skull on a tree with a metal cup hanging off the antlers. She said she saw lights flashing on and off inside the building and never went in due to fear. Diane got a ride home and mom came and got us when she got off work. There are many haunted places not on the list due to this. why that location? It has a Buc Miis/Sasquatch theme you might find interesting . When I was there in the mid-90s it definitely felt haunted by someone or something. When I was at Stamp River Falls, it was daylight. He said his name was Red, which I later came to find out was the name of a man who was in a band with my grandfather 50 years ago when my grandfather lived down the road from where my friend was living. You might have to become a member, not sure. Thank you for your comment Georgette. The story began in September 1908 when it was reported in the local and national news that the house owned by the Gilson family on Sykes Street was haunted. In 1929 Sam and Ada Matson resumed ownership until 1957 when Mount Adelaide was bequeathed to the Salvation Army, whereby it was torn down in 1959. They started to walk closer to the back yard area and there was a huge fire pit that still had heat coming off it.. they were going to keep looking around but a man shouted out from the beginning of the driveway behind them and he said That is private land, you know? And now Im a bit more creeped out by all of the episodes I have watched ?? Shanon, have you done any exploring into Kakawis Indian Residential School on Meares Island (across from Tofino)? Next time Im in the area I will have to try to find it! Yep.. there were lots of bottles of that in the shed. There were two bedrooms on the upper floor and a sitting type area on the landing at the top of the stairs. When I felt the same creepy feeling at the Cruikshank River it was after dark sometime in 1996. The hauntings generally accepted as current, even though the most recent recorded reports are historic(also see Keeha Beach below). This forested parks most famous ghost, however, is that ofPeter Kakua, a Hawaiian axe murderer who killed his wife, in-laws and infant daughter. Could you give me a bit more information on its whereabouts? I know a few other folks that feel it too. He also finds out that the previous tenant in the house had committed suicide, and the place had been left vacant for four years since, until Wyatt and his family moved in, which begs the question of who putthatparticular newspaper article in the woodshed? Born in Australia, Croft moved to England at a young age and was educated there. screaming babies? Satanic Church, as far as we remembered, just off jingle pot as well. Thanks for the great read! Needless to say, we got in the car a booked it! He moved to Canada in 1883 and became involved in logging, purchasing the sawmill in Chemainus. I would love to talk to you more about your experiences if youd be open. He came around a corner that I was heading toward. Do you know if anyone else saw the dog? My husband and I have both had various supernatural experiences, although he seems to have some stronger ties to the otherworld than I do. He literally founded Coltonwhy wouldnt he have a home there too? The most famous lake one is the Cameron Lake Monster, but Oyster River south of you has one dubbed Klato from the 40s. There was no one in the cabin, and I dont know what he saw, but it doesnt make sense. Embalming fluid and formaldehyde? He was a fellow of the Royal Institute of England, the Royal Geographical Society and the Institute of Mining and Civil Engineers. In your case, it sounds like there might be an actual connection as you had human remains in your home. It was creepy for sure! Founded in 1902 by copper magnate Henry Croft, Crofton not only looks directly across to Saltspring Island, but provides you with the means to get there too. For sure Damien! I'm still assuming these are fake ass stories but that part is somewhat logical. I have witnessed the ground burrower(sasquatch) in treeline of campbell river and likewise a ufo. I'm under contract to not get into the meat and potatoes for another 10months or so, but some things have to be said. All he wanted was a glimpse. My hubby, son and I used to go there to pick the blackberries that grow along the edges of the property. Samuel Fiddick is my great great great grandfather on my moms side. Nicknamed Mount Adelaide. Inspired by significant profits, Croft bought a townsite near Mount Sicker and established the town of Crofton to build a copper smelter and house his workers. Hopefully, this is the case and not a sacrifice (I cant see anyone being able to legit sacrifice an elk). Its named after Cadboro Bay in Victoria, which in turn is named after an early HBC vesselthe Cadboro. At the bottom of this post I share my experiences with lights near Bamfield. The Somas Hotel in Port Alberni is another site with a lot of paranormal activity. We always noticed that door because we never wanted the cat to get down there. (Source: Colonist, 29 July 1917, pages 1,2) Thanks for your comment Tamara! ! He asked, You saw it too, huh? That really bright yellow flash? He nodded. Publish: 0 days ago. . Lots of videos have hit the news too. I also live in Coombs area. Cameron Lake is a pretty cool place in a creepy sort of way. Part of your story sent chills up and down my spine; the part about the lightning. No one could have. Born in Australia, Croft moved to England at a young age and was educated there. I remember hearing growing up about animal sacrifices and I too did hear of rituals in the area your talking about. She shared about the dam as well. I am curious what you might find! Its a show that is called Haunted (only) on Netflix. And the story about the banjo man singing?They boarded up a possible murder scene like nothing and then boinked right after finding it? I needed to air this somewhere its burning away it my mind- there never was a ghost, Dude just wanted to bang his sister and the ghost became the cover story. The list is source based, meaning locations are added if theyve received enough oral, media, or online recognition. My first real attempt at providing footage and information I know I missed a few chances and made a second trip I hope I can use this as a springboard in the. ..just that it seems out of place there! I dont know what we saw that night, and I dont talk about it often because people dont seem very keen on discussing the unexplained. So I would guess your daughter might lose this too. T he Croft is a haunted house story that has a strange resonance with current, real-world horrors. Having determined the building to be empty, he locked up and went back to walking the perimeter. It only covers areasnorth of Victoria. . are believed to be Grandpa Bonny at one cabin. Im sorry to hear that you lost your job. Ill send you an email over the next couple of weeks. As I have said before the saga continues and seeing is believing on both fronts. Unfortunately the residue leftover from the smelter blackened the local beaches and the small glass particles often stuck to peoples' feet and hands. Thats really shitty. [8], On July 28, 1917, Croft died at the age of 61 at his home, Mount Adelaide in Victoria from a brain hemorrhage. Thank you Charlotte this is all great information! I dont know what era its from, unfortunately I didnt ask 4details, my Gramma said she has heard about the lady that walks on the water since she was a little girl n many people have seen her, she said she heard that the ladys baby fell over board n drown in the river n within a month the lady disappeared never 2b seen alive again, n 2this day she is still searching 4her baby. Find Henry Croft's phone number, address, and email on Spokeo, the leading online directory for contact information. When I was walking around in the snow looking for cat prints it just seemed alive with pride; although it couldnt do anything to stop itself from aging. He told me that him and his sister have seen and heard a little girl in the downstairs hallway playing with a ball and calling for her mom. Henry is spending the weekend at Rich Aunt Ruby and Stuck-Up Steve's house whether he likes it or not, while his parents are away on holiday and Perfect Peter is . That is very interesting and a bit scary, about the influences spirit children have on ours (as well as adult spirits im sure). https://plus.google.com/app/plus/x/?force=1&partnerid=t2searchhp. There is a discussion on Nanaimo Information about this particular stretch of road. Both children saw the ghost, who would . The second was of an apparition of a woman with a hideous face nothing like a human face without arms and legs. Ill see if I can dig something up. Is the Mothman an Omen of Coming Disaster? Did they know you were there? If I find anything Ill attach it to your comment here. I was surprised to hear that there are Sasquatch sightings on Newcastle and Gabriola Islands. Is it across from the golf course, Fiddlers Greene I think the name is?? Cedar Point, De Courcy Island, and Valdez Island are all connected to the historic Brother XII cult, which has been linked to paranormal activity around the historic properties on these islands as well as in Cedar. It isnt on jingle pot road; it is off a short road off of jingle pot road. Ive lived in the Coombs/Qualicum area my whole life and have experienced multiple hauntings in many buildings including places that you have written about on here. Item M02675 - Henry Croft family home on Dunsmuir Street known as "Mount Adelaide" Madge Hamilton collection Henry Croft family home on Dunsmuir Street known as "Mount Adelaide" Title and statement of responsibility area Title proper Henry Croft family home on Dunsmuir Street known as "Mount Adelaide" Record type Photographs Level of description You wouldnt think anyone would just leave it, but there it was. If theres ever been a place where all types of paranormal activity occurs, then this has gotta be it! Hello. Croft was elected to the British Columbia Legislature in 1886, representing Cowichan, serving until 1894. Didn't take long to find out about it once we moved in. Thank you for giving this area much needed recognition! henry rifles trump. I knew about Kakawis/ Christie School and land, but not specific stories like what youve heard. Apparently the janitor hung himself there a long time ago.On weekends we would drive around the lake at night and one time we stopped and I was with a buddy that was not easily intimidated and quite muscular. About 3 seconds later it appeared in the middle of the street and continued rolling down the hill for about another 5 seconds but then just vanished into thin air. Over 10,000 people came to the procession, which can be watched online here. Im still hoping to find something that I can use to add this maybe Ill just mention multiple comments below or something. The Farmhouse has been said to be haunted for some time, as well. Need I say more?) First about the house in general not mentioning the haunted episode. Thank you for your comment Brian. Your first commentfeeling of searching for the spirit, do you mean that they felt as if they were being watched? Any personal experiences youd like to share? The Cheltenham Haunting took place in a large house called Garden Reach on Pitville Circus Road in Cheltenham between 1882 and 1886. She is reported to have been seen gazing from a window. off of jingle pot road on lee la lynn road there is a property at the end on the left hand side there are a bunch of buildings that look like churches and I had a girl and a guy with me the first time I pulled on the road millions of frogs appeared only on that road then we made it to the end and all of a sudden 3 big dogs came out of the driveway trying to attack us and the dogs had blood running out of there mouth we sped out of there and the truck I was driving was covered in blood. How long ago did you work there? Unless the phenomena of the BF has nothing to do with a real creature? Unfortunately she was shot while tending to the bar, you can still see the bullet holes in the wall and sealing. I cant remember if it was for sale, or if someone was expressing they wanted to buy it I just did a quick search and there is already fake info online since the episode. Sorry to be a party-pooper. Thanks Crystal! Pretty creepy. Courthouse, Nanaimo (open) During the trial of Brother XII, a type of spiritual warfare was conducted between Brother XII & the disenfranchised members of the Aquarian Foundation and others who dared to bring him to court. I can help clear up a couple of stories Mount Sicker, Chemainus, is indeed the sight of the ghostly woman Ive never heard of her being headless, but even more freaky is her sudden appearance in front of vehicles on the dark mountain road. Henry Croft : biography January 15, 1856 - July 28, 1917 Henry Croft (January 15, 1856 - July 28, 1917) was an Australian-born lumber and mining magnate on Vancouver Island in the early 1900s. Thanks Kevin! He was buried in St Pancras Cemetery on 7 January and his very long funeral cortege attracted the attention of British Pathe. The Spirit of Vancouver Island. When the tenacious young sailor Jessica Watson (Teagan Croft) sets out to be the youngest . I wonder how many of the reports are from incidents that took place Saturday from 3 to 11? I do remember that there was a house near the church. No cemetery was available to him, so he was buried in an unmarked grave on the island to which he had fled. [5] His mother-in-law Joan Dunsmuir loaned him $20,000 to cover his losses, though by 1895 Croft still owed $58,000 and was forced to declare bankruptcy. An old army guy I know told me there was a lot of activity there when he was younger and insinuated that he had a personal experience. 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