Phalaenopsis Magic Art is a type of orchid that is highly sought after for its mesmerizing and enchanting beauty. Native to Southeast Asia, specifically the Philippines and parts of Malaysia, this orchid species is known for its vibrant colors and captivating patterns. The Phalaenopsis Magic Art is characterized by its large-sized flowers that can measure up to 3 inches in diameter. The petals are typically broad and rounded, giving the flowers a full and voluminous appearance. The colors of the petals vary widely, ranging from shades of pink, purple, white, and yellow. Some varieties even have contrasting colors, with darker patterns or speckles on lighter backgrounds.
In 1820, John Bell died, becoming, Fitzhugh said, "the only person in history whose death was attributed to the doings of a Spirit."
Kate took pleasure in tormenting him during his affliction, finally poisoning him one December morning as he lay unconscious after suffering a number of violent seizures. Several newspapers published accounts of the sightings and at least one, The Montgomery Advertiser, posited the theory that the animal was a form of the Bell Witch.
Some varieties even have contrasting colors, with darker patterns or speckles on lighter backgrounds. One of the most fascinating aspects of the Phalaenopsis Magic Art is its ability to produce multiple buds and flowers on a single stem. This characteristic makes it a popular choice for indoor gardening and flower arrangements.
Did infamous Bell Witch of Tennessee haunt Alabama in 1912?
The legend of the Bell Witch of Tennessee is not only one of the most famous reported hauntings in the history of the South, but in the country, having been the subject of books and movies and the upcoming A&E TV show, "Cursed: The Bell Witch," premiering Monday.
Although the original tale takes place between 1817 and 1821 in Adams, Tenn., events that occurred nearly a century later near Florence had some people wondering if the witch had come to Alabama. The newspaper accounts suggested the witch crossed the state line in one of her supernatural forms, that of a wolf-like creature.
So what really happened in Alabama in 1912? Was the legendary Bell Witch to blame?
The legend of the Bell Witch
John Bell (1750-1820) was a prominent farmer in Robertson County, Tenn., in a community then known as Red River, according to an account by author Pat Fitzhugh on bellwitch.org. John and Lucy Bell had nine children, including youngest daughter Betsy Bell, born in 1806.
It would be John and Betsy who bore the brunt of the Bell Witch haunting. It began when John Bell spotted a mysterious creature in the corn field with "the body of a dog and the head of a rabbit," which was portrayed as a wolf in the film "An American Haunting."
Soon after the sighting, the Bell children began hearing scratching noises and experiencing various disturbances, thought to be the result of a curse by a local woman with whom John had a property dispute, Kate Batts.
Fitzhugh wrote: "The encounters escalated, and the Bells' youngest daughter, Betsy, began experiencing brutal encounters with the invisible entity. It would pull her hair and slap her relentlessly, often leaving welts and hand prints on her face and body."
In 1820, John Bell died, becoming, Fitzhugh said, "the only person in history whose death was attributed to the doings of a Spirit."
He continued: "In 1817, Bell contracted a mysterious affliction that worsened over the next three years, ultimately leading to his death. Kate took pleasure in tormenting him during his affliction, finally poisoning him one December morning as he lay unconscious after suffering a number of violent seizures."
Fitzhugh said the haunting of the Bell family "involved real people and is substantiated by eyewitness accounts, affidavits and manuscripts penned by those who experienced the haunting first hand. This distinction led Dr. Nandor Fodor, a noted researcher and psychologist, to label the Bell Witch legend as 'America's Greatest Ghost Story.'"
The film "An American Haunting," starring Sissy Spacek and Donald Sutherland, was based on the legend but it was panned by critics when it included the unsubstantiated aspect of child abuse by John Bell.
Bell Witch in Alabama?
In February 1912, residents in Lauderdale County, Ala., began seeing a strange animal that resembled a dog but had a high-pitched "scream."
Several newspapers published accounts of the sightings and at least one, The Montgomery Advertiser, posited the theory that the animal was a form of the Bell Witch. According to ExploreSouthernHistory.com, the article appeared on Feb. 24, 1912, with the headline: "Bell Witch with Terrifying Scream Abroad in Lauderdale."
The article said: "The Bell witch, which many years ago brought terror and destruction to an East Tennessee family, has reappeared, this time in Blackburn beat, this (Lauderdale) county, according to the belief of some residents of that place. The story has reached Florence that a strange animal is seen roaming in that section which resembles a large dog, but the most terrifying part of it is its scream. This can be heard for a mile or more and resembles the scream of a woman in terror. The animal is reddish brown color with a white streak about its throat.
"Few have seen it but many have heard it and the boldest are afraid to be abroad after dark. Remembering the sad fate of Judge Bell no one has had courage to shoot at the animal. Squire Silas L. Bradley, of Blackburn beat, who was a recent visitor to Florence, is convinced that a deep mystery surrounds the strange animal."
Other newspapers took a more practical approach to the sightings. The Times Daily of Florence reported in February: "The people of Blackburn beat, in the northern section of Lauderdale, are disturbed by a wild animal that roams in that section and has established a kind of curfew law among all the people."
The animal was described as a large reddish-brown shepherd dog with a white streak on its throat. Local attorney Silas Bradley told the reporter he "was firmly convinced that they were favored with an unusual visitation."
In April, the mystery of the creature would be solved, for the most part: An article published April 12, 1912, in The Times Daily reported "Wild Varmint Killed."
The article said a local man named Plummer Daniels killed the animal as it was being attacked by Daniels' dog. This time the story said: "It looked like a dog, but was not exactly one. It was an aged creature. Mr. Daniels reports that its growl was something startling and shook the very ground with its roar."
No further information on the animal was given.
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