STEVEN BEARD STORY:
Steven Beard, who went by Steve, was a man in his late 60s and was very wealthy. However, even though Steve was wealthy, his life wasn’t without its fair share of challenges. Having lost his wife to a tragic brain tumor, Steve found himself seeking companionship once again. It was during this vulnerable time that he crossed paths with Celeste, the woman who would become his second wife.
Celeste had a history of rocky relationships, but finally found solace in her marriage to Steve. However, Steve’s daughter expressed her disapproval due to worries about her father’s wealth and that Celeste was just using Steve as a bankroll. Celeste was much younger than Steve, so it was easy for everyone to judge their relationship and be weary of Celeste’s intentions.
Unfortunately it turns out that Steve’s daughter’s instincts were correct and Celeste was bad news. She ended up stealing some money and other things, but then worst of all.. Celeste turned out to be deadly. She tried multiple times to harm Steve without him knowing, and then Celeste finally out a person who would help her make sure Steve would no longer be in her life. Listen to the episode to find out just how manipulative and evil Celeste turned out to be.
CLAY PIT STORY:
The Clay Pit is one of Austin’s many amazing restaurants. However, many believe that it is haunted as well. Over the years, numerous individuals have reported spine-chilling encounters within the Clay Pit. Experiences range from unexplained sounds to eerie apparitions. Some of the most commonly reported experiences include phantom footsteps, doors mysteriously closing, and inexplicable voices echoing through the halls… and sometimes even whispering your name.
The place that the Clay Pit is in is called the Bertram building, and it has a rich history starting with Rudolph Bertram, the man who the building is named after. Bertram family. The Bertram family experienced a lot of tragedy, starting with five of the eight children dying within a few years of each other. It is believed that the spirit of one of these children, a little boy, still resides within the Clay Pit. Witnesses have described playful encounters and a friendly presence attributed to this young ghost.
It’s not just the Bertram family who are said to inhabit the Clay Pit. Reports suggest that other spirits, possibly tied to the building’s more dubious past, still linger within its walls. Workers have described encounters with a female spirit they call the Scarlett Lady, who is believed to be a sex worker. She roams the cellar and tunnels in search of justice. The presence of residual hauntings in the cellar, sightings of people dressed in old-fashioned clothing, and the movement of boxes have added to the building’s reputation as a paranormal hotspot.
Another spirit is the spirit of a chef believed to have been murdered in the Clay Pit. Countless witnesses have reported sightings and encounters with this spectral figure. Some claim to have seen his reflection in mirrors or felt his presence in the kitchen area, giving credence to his lingering spirit.
One particular room within the Clay Pit, known as the Bombay Room, holds a lingering sense of unease. Employees have reported feeling an intimidating presence believed to be Mr. Bertram himself, exerting control over the little boy’s spirit. The Bombay Room has captured the attention of paranormal investigators, who have experienced drained batteries, erratic EMF meters, and chilling temperature drops during their investigations.
So if you are interested in paranormal and/or Indian cuisine, the Clay Pit is a place you have to visit in Austin, TX.
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