Cody Polston 
he adobe home in which the Double Eagle restaurant is located was built during the boom time for Mesilla in the 1840’s and is acknowledged as the oldest building in Historic Old Mesilla. Although Mesilla was a well-known watering and stop-over spot for trails east and west as well as north and south since ancient … Read moreDouble Eagle Restaurant, Mesilla, NM (Revised Ghost Story)
A investigative standard for ghost investigations developed from the historical contributions of the early psychical researchers. This video explains the relevant history and how the standard is used.
Found this old image of the entrance to the Toughnut mine in Tombstone.The mine came to be one of two big strikes by the Tombstone Gold and Silver Mining Company.
In this article in the Albuquerque Journal, the hotel’s owner, Perry Champion is telling the story of T.J. Wright’s death but adds: “Wright had also been a lover of Lambert’s wife, Mary.” The first version of the T.J. wright legend comes from the 1940’s where Wright was Mary’s lover and her husband eventually shoots and … Read more1997, Albuquerque Journal article about the St. James Hotel. Hints at the older myth of T.J. Wright
History Pflueger General Merchandise Store and Annex Saloon was opened in 1818 and was the actual saloon where Billy The Kid was brought, in shackles, en-route to Santa Fe. The former saloon and eatery had occupied a two-story Victorian building along the town’s main drag and was renamed The Pink Garter Saloon in 1950. Eventually, … Read moreThe Legal Tender Saloon, Lamy, NM
Another year and another interview with the Albuquerque Journal. Once again it is a Halloween piece discussing the state’s haunted Locations. Click on the images to enlarge.
Old Town Plaza has been the center of Albuquerque community life since the city was founded in 1706 by Governor Francisco Cuervo y Valdez. Historically known as the crossroads of the Southwest, and reflecting an amalgamation of Spanish, Mexican and Native American cultures, Old Town Plaza has been home to many of New Mexico's proud … Read moreThe Ghosts of Old Town Albuquerque is 30% off through October!
Current owner, Joan Artiaga, reports the presence of at least four spirits inhabiting the property. One is just a misty cloud appearing at the top of the stairs but another has appeared as a full bodied apparition on multiple occasions. The spirit, whom Joan refers to as Henry, is reported to be well dressed and … Read moreKuhn Hotel, Belen, NM (Paranormal Claims)
My latest book is available on October 9th, 2017. Albuquerque’s early lawless reputation rivaled that of Dodge City and Tombstone. Its red-light district was known as Hell’s Half Acre. Brothel owner Lizzy McGrath once had a local church demolished to build her new bordello. Milt Yarberry, the town’s first marshal, was hanged for murder. And … Read moreWicked Albuquerque
It is now a popular Los Lunas restaurant. But the True Crew discovers it serves up much more than a fine meal. The heritage and the culture that flows through these old walls tells the tale of the region’s past few centuries.
Well-organized, systematic studies of apparitions started after the Society for Psychical Research (SPR) was founded in England in 1882. The SPR was soon joined in this quest by the American Society for Psychical Research (ASPR) and by smaller research groups and individual investigators in continental Europe. Scholarly journals were established to publish ongoing research as … Read moreRating Paranormal Activity (Low grade, High grade)
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This jaw-dropping Scottish strong ale (8% ABV) is brewed with bodacious amounts of malted barley and specialty grains, and a dash of beechwood-smoked malt. Old Chub features semi-sweet flavors of cocoa and coffee, and a wee-bit of smoke.
Here is the answer to the question “How can you be a ghost hunter if you do not believe?”
Rumors and folklore claim that the Covered Wagon shop, formerly known as the Manual Springer house, was once used as a speakeasy and brothel during prohibition. Additionally, the building is believed to be haunted by the ghost of a prostitute named Scarlett. According to the legend, Scarlett and another unnamed prostitute got into an argument … Read moreOld Town Albuquerque map further debunks the ghost story of Scarlett
These are various newspaper clippings that contain some information on the Kuhn Hotel in Belen.
Photographs taken during my investigation of the Belen Harvey House. The paranormal claims at this location are low grade in nature, mostly consisting of explainable phenomena, such as orbs, and questionable experiences. Historical research does not indicate any longevity with the accounts of paranormal activity being fairly recent.
Fire Rock Pale Ale is crisp, refreshing “Hawaiian-style” pale ale. Its signature copper color results from the unique blend of specialty roasted malts. The pronounced citrus-floral hop aroma comes from the liberal amount of hops added to each brew.
During performances a man in a cream-colored double-breasted suit has been known to have appeared on the stage. The spirit seems to be pleasant and is known to happily watch the productions from the side of the stage. However, the stairs behind the stage that leads to the basement are thought to hold a more … Read moreThe “haunting” at the Wool Warehouse Theater
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This UNFILTERED Belgian-ish Wit brew features a dry twang of hoppy bitterness and is perfect for the summertime drinking!
In this video, Cody talks about the three most important things a ghost hunter must have.