Legends of the Athens Lunatic Aslyum
The Ridges, a former asylum in Athens, Ohio, has long been a source of fascination and fear. The asylum was home to thousands of patients over the years, many of whom were subjected to inhumane treatments. As a result, the Ridges has become a breeding ground for myths and legends.
One of the most popular legends is the story of the stain. It is said that a patient named Margaret Shilling died in the attic of the asylum in 1979. Her body was not discovered for several months, and by the time it was found, it had decomposed to the point where it left a stain on the floor.
Another popular legend is the story of the witches' circles. In the asylum's graveyard, there are several circles of stones. These circles are said to have been used by witches to perform rituals. Some people believe that the spirits of the witches still haunt the graveyard, and that they are responsible for strange and unexplained phenomena.
In addition to these two legends, there are many other stories and rumors about the Ridges. Some people claim to have seen ghosts and heard strange noises. Others claim to have been touched or scratched by unseen forces. Still others claim to have experienced unexplained physical phenomena, such as migraines and nausea.
Whether or not you believe in the myths and legends of the Ridges, there is no doubt that it is a haunting place. The asylum's dark and turbulent history has left its mark on the building and the grounds.
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Keywords: The Ridges, haunted asylum, Athens, Ohio, myths and legends, human experimentation, witches' circles,
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