The Shadow: The Ghost Of the Stair (12-29-1940)

Classic Streams: Old Time Retro Radio

Introduction: In the heart of a quaint southern town lies a hotel shrouded in mystery and legend. Once a thriving plantation, this establishment has been the epicenter of eerie occurrences and tragic tales for over a century. The story begins during the Civil War when the house served as a Confederate hospital, setting the stage for a haunting that would echo through time.

The Tragic Love Story: The legend speaks of a young Union soldier, a prisoner in the hospital, who fell in love with Becky Branch, the daughter of the house. Their love story was cut short when the soldier was mysteriously murdered, stabbed through the chest, just as he was about to escape. Becky, accused of aiding his escape, was banished, leaving behind a legacy of sorrow and a curse that seemed to haunt the house.

A Legacy of Mysterious Deaths: Since that fateful night, the house has changed hands many times, with each family experiencing a mysterious death, eerily similar to the soldier's demise. The sound of a spinet playing, believed to be Becky's ghost, precedes each tragedy, adding to the house's sinister reputation.

The Ghost on the Stairs: Guests and residents have reported sightings of Becky's ghost on the stairs, her presence felt through the haunting melodies of the spinet. Despite the passage of time, the legend of the haunted hotel continues to captivate and terrify those who dare to stay.

Conclusion: The haunted hotel's troubled history is a tapestry of love, betrayal, and the supernatural. As the legend endures, it serves as a chilling reminder of the past's grip on the present. For those brave enough to visit, the hotel offers a glimpse into a world where history and the paranormal intertwine.

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