Haunted Road
S2 – 5: They Were Places of Last Resort
Feb 2, 2022
Paranormal investigator Melissa Keen discusses the haunting experiences at Hill View Manor, the most haunted building in Western Pennsylvania. She shares stories of ghosts with distinct personalities and explores reports of paranormal activity, including EVP recordings and apparition sightings. The podcast also touches on the challenges of preserving the historical building and the influence of certain individuals on paranormal activity.
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- Poorhouses in the United States were initially established as a means of reform and education for the destitute, but eventually transformed into institutions primarily focused on caring for the aged and infirm.
- Hillview Manor, a former poorhouse in Pennsylvania, is now considered one of the most haunted locations in the area, housing various spirits with distinct personalities, including the ghost of Eli known for interacting physically with visitors.
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History of Poorhouses and their Purpose
During the 19th century, poorhouses were established in the United States to provide assistance to financially challenged residents. These institutions aimed to reduce the cost of government assistance by offering shelter and employment opportunities to the destitute. The houses were often seen as a means of reform, rehabilitation, and education, with the hope of eradicating crime, poverty, ignorance, and mental illness. However, the campaign to restrict poorhouses to the elderly and helpless gained momentum in the early 20th century.
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