1. Leech Collector In the days when doctors thought bloodletting could cure almost anything, someone had to gather the leeches. That job often fell to poor laborers, usually women, who would wade barefoot into ponds and streams so the leeches […]
1. The Moon Stealing Souls In some cultures, people believed that staring at the full moon too long could cause the moon to steal your soul. Parents warned their children not to gaze directly at it at night or risk
1. Sugar Babies Sugar Babies were chewy, bite-sized caramel nuggets that stuck to your teeth in the most satisfying way. They were born out of the Sugar Daddy caramel pop but quickly developed their own fan base. Their colorful yellow
1. “Louie Louie” by The Kingsmen It’s hard to imagine now, but this garage-rock anthem from 1963 was once considered scandalous. Rumors spread that the mumbled lyrics hid filthy messages, prompting the FBI to launch a 31-month investigation. They never
1. Woolworth’s Woolworth’s was more than just a five-and-dime store, it was an anchor in so many towns. You could run in for a pack of socks, grab school supplies, and then sit at the lunch counter for a burger
1. Jell-O Molds with Suspended Veggies Jell-O was once the star of the party table, and hosts loved showing off their creativity with elaborate molds. The wilder the combination, the better, which is why you’d often find carrots, olives, and
1. Clinton Road, New Jersey Clinton Road is probably the most infamous haunted road in America. Drivers say they’ve seen phantom headlights chasing them, only for the lights to vanish into thin air. There are also stories of ghostly children
