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DECEASED

OCTOBER
2006

PARANORMAL PRESS

Inside This Issue

Eulogy	1
News & Updates	2
Deadlines / (Headlines)	3
Self-Promotion / (Haunted Bus Tours)	4
What’s on Slab / (Upcoming Events)	5
Gravesites / (Websites)	5
Self-Promotion / (Halloween Party)	6
The Screaming Room / (Entertainment)	7

Newsletter Creator
and Creatrix
Chris & Jennifer
Mojica

Volume 2, Issue 10

OCTOBER 2006

The End is Here!

Over one year and many issues ago, we decided to step up to the proverbial plate, so to speak, and volunteer to undertake a little project for the Northwest Indiana Ghost Trackers; we wanted to give a little something back to the group. At the beginning we thought this would be a mere task for us. In reality, that was an oversight. It soon became evident that we underestimated the magnitude of our new responsibility. We quickly found out all that it takes to publish a newsletter: creating, researching, writing and being slaves to our own deadlines!
Like Dr. Frankenstein himself, we became obsessed with our passion and the addicting challenge of exceeding ourselves month after month. We, in turn, created a monster...that monster being The Paranormal Press, the official newsletter for the NWI Ghost Trackers.
With no experience of ever putting together a newsletter, we used our creativity and determination to make this the best we could, with little help from others. The lack of contributions made us work harder to ensure this project’s success. We always wanted to include more information regarding investigations and local stories for our readers and members; unfortunately, (and please understand, this is not a jab at anyone!) we can’t include information when there is a lack of investigations or information being offered to the group and the newsletter. This is a hobby for us all and we need to treat it as such…a hobby. We, as members, need to contribute a little of our free time to help further the group and support those few who are constantly giving of their time and energies, so as not to burn them out to the point of quitting altogether.
In these 16 months, we feel that we have learned a lot about IGT, the paranormal, publishing and even learned a little about ourselves in the process. Our initial goal of this newsletter was “to inform our members of news and events pertaining to IGT and the paranormal, as well as other things we feel may interest and entertain.” Well, we hope we’ve accomplished it!
Thanks to Denise, Wendy, Sheila, and anyone who contributed to our humble newsletter over these past 16 months. And a personal thank you to those who volunteered for the fairs, tours and Halloween parties; it’s individuals like you who make an organization a success!
We want to part from the newsletter before it becomes a pain in the a** and while we still enjoy what we are doing. We have put other projects on the backburner because of the newsletter and now we feel it’s time to revisit those old friends. We have realized the need to put this monster to rest before it destroys us.
To our faithful readers, THANK YOU and THANKS for all the comments (yes, they were all good). Finally, we would like to thank and wish the best to the next person(s) who picks up the newsletter where we left off. Once again, it is time for a new chapter!
These are our last few words… SIC GORGIAMUS ALLOS SUBJECTOS NUNC.
Later-
Christopher and Jennifer Mojica

JULY
2005

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NNInterested in Investigations??? Contact Investigations Coordinator Sheila at swe4u33@comcast.net.
NNFOR SALE: Cell Sensors ($40); Mystic Indiana DVDs ($15); Dowsing Rods ($14-$18); Lanyards ($4); also, available on website, Polo shirts, Sweatshirts, Hats & Denim shirts.
NNPossible talk October 13th for a Chesterton elementary school PTO. Volunteers needed.
NNWebmaster is looking for some assistance or simply suggestions for improvements.
NNPorter County Home property to be turned into green space with chapel available for parties, etc. after remodel.
NNDead Whisper DVD for sale at www.deadwhisper.com and at our Chapter meetings. This is the one with IGT’s own members!!! Spread the word.
NNDon’t forget to get your tickets for the Haunted Bus Tours. See Mike McDowell if interested in volunteering—This is the way to see the haunted sites without having to pay for a ticket!!! Only 5 dates this year, so hurry!
NNThe bell will soon be tolling for the All Hallow’s Eve Ball. Do you have your costume? Come one, come all to The Hall of Justice to partake of spirits and dance the Monster Mash brought to you by Sound Dynamics!
NNMedia coverage of our October events (bus tours, party). Remember: Refer all questions/inquiries to Mike, Denise or Wendy.

NEWS & UPDATES

It comes along only once a year.
The screams, the yells can be heard for miles.
Your heart pounds, your pulse races.
But you can’t turn away,
You can’t escape…
The All Hallows’ Eve Ball!
October 28th
(Proper attire is required!)

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DEADLINES

Paranormal Society Losses Pioneer
By Christopher Mojica

On Wednesday, August 23, 2006, paranormal researcher and ghost hunter Ed Warren died at the age of 79. He died at his home with his wife of 61 years by his side.
Ed and Lorraine Warren are the paranormal team that has helped rid families of unwanted ghosts, spirits and demonic entities in their lives. Their
life work has been chronicled in 10 books that they have co-written together. Two
of which have been made into television movies.
Some of their more
interesting investigations
include a possessed doll,
satanic mirror used in rituals, possessed pearl necklace that strangles it’s wearer and demonic infestations.
By far the most famous investigation involving the Warrens was the Amityville haunting. The Warrens were two of only a few who were invited to investigate the house.
In 1975 the Lutz family moved into the three story Dutch colonial home on Long Island. It was one year earlier Ronald DeFeo Jr. ,eldest of the DeFeo children, murdered his family. The Lutz family lasted only 28 days before being driven out by spirits.
Coincidently, this makes the second death this year that is related to the Amityville haunting. In May George Lee Lutz died in his Las Vegas home of natural causes at the age of 59.
Many sources still to this day accuse the Lutzs of fabricating the whole story. Implying they used the knowledge of the gruesome murders as a way to make money. George Lutz refuted any and all allegations that he and his wife’s story was fictitious til his dying days.

Ed Warren, Seeker of the Supernatural

Ed and Lorraine at the Amityville house

Catching A Ghost on Video… PRICELESS!

Do you like Ghost hunting?
Would you like to be paid to Ghost Hunt?
Would One Million Dollars suffice?
Well, then come on down ‘cause you could be the winner in the
One Million Dollar Paranormal Challenge!!!
The James Randi Educational Foundation (JREF) is offering One Million Dollars to the first person(s) “...who can show, under proper observing, conditions, evidence of any paranormal, supernatural, or occult power or event.”
All applicants must submit a formal and detailed letter of intent before being considered a claimant.
For more information and official rules go the their website at:
www.randi.org/research/index.html
By the way… to date, no one has ever passed the
preliminary tests.

Hands On Exorcism

A Malaysian housewife says a bogus spiritual medium duped her into having sex with him 51 times as the only way to exorcise her evil spirits.
The 41-year old woman, who sought the man's help after he claimed to be able to heal her from her numerous ailments, was allegedly told that she had many evil spirits in her, the Star Daily reported.
The medium, who claims to be the reincarnation of a God, allegedly hypnotised her into having sex with him a total of 51 times over a period of six months.
The victim was also told to pay up to 50 ringgit ($A17) for each "exorcism" session.
The woman's husband eventually discovered the sexual exorcism encounters and lodged a report with a local complaints bureau.

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HALLOWEEN IS ALMOST HERE!
Join us for a tour of Real Haunted Sites!!
Reserve your seats NOW on our 6th year of
Haunted Tours
Lake County: October 13, 26th
Porter County: October 14th, 27th, 29th
All tours are from 7:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M.
You will be taken on a guided tour of places of Tragedy & Terror with real Ghost Hunters! Learn the folklore and the real stories about places you may have heard about as well as those that you haven’t. Experience for yourself these haunted places right here in your own backyard.
What makes this tour different from the rest?
You won’t have to stay in your seat the whole time.
You’ll actually get to walk around and take pictures at Haunted places!
Tours are given by Indiana Ghost Trackers members, with years of ghost hunting experience, and Mike McDowell, President of IGT and a leading authority on Ghosts and Haunted places in the state of Indiana.
Aside from hearing the accounts of real ghost hunters of these haunted places, you’ll have the opportunity to hear MORE stories about REAL ghosts throughout Indiana!
Just $25.00 per person
Group rates available!
Limited seating
For reservations contact Mike: 219-714-3761
Ages 12 and over only. Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. Activity of the Northwest Indiana Ghost Trackers
.
The tour leaves from the front of the Old Courthouse in Crown Point (Lake Co.) or from next to the downtown Courthouse in Valparaiso. Your best bet is to call ahead for reservations.

Looking for an exciting Halloween Party? Why not plan on spending the evening with the Indiana Ghost Trackers!
Saturday, October 28th
Call or see our website for more details. www.indianaghosts.org

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WHAT’S ON SLAB

OCTOBER

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
1	2	3	4	Night / Hike	6	IGT / Meeting
8	9	10	11	12	13	14 Fall / Festival / (Buckley)
15 Fall / Festival / (Buckley)	16	17	18	19	20	21
22	23	24	Campfire / Chillers	26 Bieker / Woods / Hike	27 Bieker / Woods / Hike	28 THE / BALL
29	30

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Notes: Meeting @ Langel’s Pizza, Highland from 4-6. $10pp for pizza, salad and pop.
Remember there are several local haunted houses, to include County Line Apple Orchard and The Halls of Horror.
Let us not forget, IGT’s own Lake and Porter County Ghost Tours—See flyer on page 3.

www.mylastemail.com
Send messages from beyond the grave!!!
www.extremewigs.com
www.aspr.com
American Society for Psychical Research
www.extremecostumes.com
www.twilightalchemylab.com
Oil blends for magick
www.stage&theatermakeup.com

GRAVESITES

Tis’ the season...
Enjoy!

INDIANA GHOST TRACKERS
Presents

The 5th Annual
ALL HALLOWS’ EVE
BALL

Located in the “haunted” old courthouse!

Costume
Contest!

DJ & Live
Music!

Cash Bar

Saturday, October 28th, 2006
8pm-1am
$10/Person 21 and up
220 South Main Street, Crown Point
The Hall of Justice
For more info: www.indianaghosts.org

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We’re dying to meet you!

“It is not you that is mortal, but only your body. For that man whom your outward form reveals is not yourself; the spirit is the true self…”
-Cicero

Quote of the Month

In centuries past, women were known to put droplets of poisonous Belladonna in their eyes to enlarge their pupils in order to make them more attractive.
(The lengths we will go to for beauty!!)

Eerie Fact

OFFICERS

Northwest

Director
Denise Williams
Secretary
Jen Jacob
Treasurer
Michele Walavich
Public Relations
Wendy Deiotte
Trainer
Mary Shea

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SCREAMING ROOM

Supernatural Wine and Dine

Look for horror’s favorite head-turner, Linda Blair, to make a special appearance on the CW’s Supernatural this season.

Halloween’s New Draw:
Halloween Haunted Sites
Every Halloween season thousands of individuals line up at haunted houses knowing they are about to get the living hell scared out of them. Even to the point of bringing those extra pair of skivvies along for the ride.
The folks at Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia have taken the scare factor one step further. Eastern State Penitentiary is a real haunted location and has been on several well known ghost shows including Ghost hunters, MTV’s Fear and World’s Scariest Places. The idea is to allow groups of two or four into the 177-year old prison armed only with flashlights. Once inside the guests are left alone to explore the dark, chilling and haunted corridors. If lucky enough to see a real ghost, visitors will also have additional obstacles to overcome before making their way out to freedom.
“Terror Behind the Walls” runs through October 31, 2006 and reservations are recommended.
For more info log onto:
http//www.easternstate.org
or call
888.763.NITE.

Spend an evening with world renowned ghost hunter Lorraine Warren. Lorraine and her late husband Ed have completed hundreds of investigations including exorcisms and hauntings, and have even been involved in an actual werewolf case.
This intimate dinner and conversation will be hosted in a New England inn with a full course dinner and a cash bar.
Listen to recordings (not just EVPs) of actual voices taken from various haunted locations. After dinner guests will be treated to rare never-before-seen video taken from these investigations. Footage of ghosts, exorcisms, a young girl levitating out of her bed and across the room, the only footage taken of the White Lady of Union Station, the infamous werewolf case and much more.
Tickets are $89 (includes dinner and program) and by reservation only.
Stone Barn Restaurant/Whitney Farms
175 Shelton Rd., Rte 110, Monroe, CT 06468
DEADLINE is OCT 13th!!!
For more information go to:
www.warrens.net

Need some last minute ideas for Halloween? How about a one of a kind costume from some of Hollywood’s most famous films?
Be the only one with an original Headless Horseman costume as seen in Sleepy Hollow. This can be yours for the small price of $7,499. Or be the only one sporting Morticia’s slinky black number worn in the film The Addams Family. At $3,649, it’s a steal!
For these and many more go to:
screenused.com
(Like your ideas are any better!)

R I P

Paranormal Press

It’s been over 10 years since The Nightmare Before Christmas was released and for Tim Burton fans it’s been 10 years too long since we have been blessed with one of his dark fantasy stop animation film. The Corpse Bride, now playing, is based on an old Russian fairytale about a

http://playtonium.com/g.php?g=halloween
(knock over ghosts & ghouls; if you dare!)
www.oakalleyplantation.com
(haunted Louisiana)
www.hauntedvoices.com
(EVP, articles)
www.frightshop.com
(Halloween supplies)
www.wicca.com
(self explanatory)
www.halloween-website.com
(history, recipes, party ideas)

CREATURE FEATURE

Volume 1, Issue 4

(Editor’s note: The views and opinions expressed here are strictly of this film school graduate and should in no way be taken to heart.
Don’t take my word for it, see it for yourself!)

Volume 1, Issue 6