Hidden Headlines of California

Strange, Unusual, & Bizarre

Newspaper Stories 1860-1910

Researched and Compiled

By Chad Lewis

Foreword by Rosemary Ellen Guiley

Author of The Encyclopedia of Ghosts and Spirits,

The Complete Vampire Companion, and

Ghosts and Haunted Places

What People Are Saying About This Book

"Author Chad Lewis has scoured California newspapers for odd and sometimes eerie happenings that will delight readers.  Some of the newspaper findings may even raise the hair on the  neck of those who believe in ghosts and the supernatural.

We have no doubt that Chad Lewis has a real winner with this book on California’s odd happenings, including chapters on Bizarre Deaths;  Ghosts; Medical Anomalies, Peculiar People; Psychic Phenomena and UFOs.  Author Lewis includes more than 100 photos showcasing the California landscape, its people, and interesting places."

—Alton Pryor, Author/Publisher

"Gold Rush spirits, freaks of nature, untreatable maladies, insanity and strange influences, California's heritage includes more than just gold, agriculture and silicon chips.  Hidden Headlines of California offers fascinating insight into the stories that mesmerized our grandparents.  Enthralling—provides a unique view of the Golden State."

—James R. Smith, author, San Francisco's Lost Landmarks

Frightened To Death

Killed By The Bite Of A Fly

Ghosts Inhabit House

Crazed By Religion

Wondrous Airship

A Monster Sea Serpent

What Freak Beast Is This?

Whiskey For This Preacher

Tanning Of Human Skin

Foretold Death To The Day

Victims Of Black Art

Web-Handed Freak In The Police Court

And many, many more!