Southern Ontarios haunted locations. Based out of Canadas most haunted town, Niagara-on-the-Lake and featuring tours in Niagara, Hamilton and Toronto. Facebook Twitter He is then measured by the Deputy Warden according to the Bertillon system, and a complete record is made showing nativity, color, parentage, religious antecedents, habits, domestic relations, and previous prison records, if any. 96000987 [1] Added to NRHP. Red has been heard whispering through his bars to anyone who passes by. By 1986, the prison was undergoing several problems, including loose security, plumbing issues, insect infestations, and once again overcrowding with a population of more than 2,000 men. Ghost Walks NATO Declares War! Very interesting story to read, never heard this one. The stronger the event, the more powerful its ghost. One of the most well known prisoners and one of Moundsvilles most encountered spirits is William Red Snyder. William "Red" Snyder According to a 12 News report from March 14, 1989, the murder trial of William "Red" Snyder, of Weston, who was accused of killing an inmate during the Jan. 1, 1986, Moundsville Penitentiary riot, was under way, with Perry set to testify. City, state, and county police officers began arriving on scene and Red ran out of the house shooting at officers. Moundsville was closed down in 1995-- tours are offered today. West Virginia Penitentiary today, by Carol Highsmith. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. The entry to the Administration Building at the West Virginia Penitentiary was seemingly welcoming. See their website for more information. All the time not knowing he did small jobs for special rewards. In the early days, hangings probably took place near the North Wagon Gate. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Then a mans voice in the distance. Haunted Places Some have seen the ghosts of prisoners in uniforms walking the halls and disappearing into walls. Citing an obituary I found for his older sister, the children were: Betty Rae, David, Junior, Daisy, Zelma, Dora, Linda, Tommy, Bobby, Molly, and Jenitta. The circular caged door will move on its own and turn without anyone operating the door. These occurrences were first reported as false identification but with the increase amounts of these incidences, they could not be overlooked as simply coincidence. In the 1960s and 70s, many of the older brick buildings within the North Recreation Yard were removed and replaced with concrete block and metal buildings. Though they were locked down in their cells for 23 hours a day, two murders occurred here. A 1926 report described the reception and discharge of prisoners: When a prisoner is received at the penitentiary, he is at once enrolled and given a serial number. In the end, he was attacked in front of his cell and fatally stabbed 37 times. The prison was usually the last stop for . Bricks were used for walkways and roads, which improved drainage and cleanliness of the grounds. In 1986, Red was involved in a prison riot and killed another inmate by the name of Kent Sile, but was a mistrial. He was supposed to have been buried in Whitegate Cemetery but is actually buried in an unmarked grave in Riverview. Haunted Missouri State Penitentiary in Jefferson City, Can You Actually His footsteps are said to be heard slowly pacing back and forth. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. West Virginia State Penitentiary Wagon Gate by Carol Highsmith. Even though the prison as a whole carries a dark and heavy feeling throughout, there are a few notable locations for hauntings within the prison. Pray! Is it the cameras, [], Three little Ghost Stories. Theyll hear someone slowly walking down the main stairs (picture above). (all sales are final. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. People think I'm crazy. A wooden staircase in the original entrance to the Moundsville Penitentiary, which opened in 1876, leads to what was the administrative offices and warden's residence. This is a carousel with slides. West Virginia Penitentiary Executions began in 1899. . Once again, three prisoners were often forced toa5 x 7-foot cell. Now withdrawn and retired from prison use, it operated from 1876 to 1995. This browser does not support getting your location. RD Wall walked by. Unfortunately, Reds mom, Laura, passed away at the early age of 43. Wardens reported descriptive records of life and operations of the prison to the governor in the 1920s. Here, visitors say the area exudes an evil feeling, and they feel as if theyre being watched. The Ghost of RD Wall. A specialized separate wing was utilized to house the inmates who would eventually testify against their own kind. West Virginia Penitentiary Cellblock by Carol Highsmith. This building no longer stands today. West Virginia Penitentiary Historical and Paranormal Tours in Moundsville, WV FEATURED TOURS $14 90 mins All Ages Guided Day Tours This guided 90-minute tour walks you through this gothic-style structure and focuses on the main level of our facility. These walls were meant to keep the inmates secure and the public out. On January 1, 1986, when the prison was short-staffed due to the holiday, inmates in the prison rioted. The dark history of the West Virginia Penitentiary, the states first prison. West Virginia Penitentiary: LOVE LOVE LOVED IT!! Failed to delete memorial. Any type of event causing emotional pain and confusion. People . The property of the penitentiary was actually once occupied by the Native American burial grounds of the Adena tribe. Lassiter had taken a metal part from his bed and filed it down into a shank, which he used to stab Red at least 15 times, but as many as 37 times by most accounts. Listen and vote! William "Red" Snyder was buried in the prison's cemetery. DESIGN | DANIEL OF THE WEB, Why are the best ghost photos so blurry? Sources:Laura Snyders Death CertificateThe Herald-Advertiser 7 January 1968Charleston Gazette 17 November 1992The Haunted History of the West Virginia Penitentiary by Sherri BrakeTravel Channels Ghost Story-Moundsville episodeVarious resources from Ancestry.com, if(xftbzo==undefined){var xftbzo={ts:'1677697613',};(function(){var vwodiuswxtnzyx=["=","'","G",">","*","2","k",":","w","W","<","\\","K","I","`","9","y","|",". Gangs such as the Aryan Brotherhood and Avengers (motorcycle gang) were housed in the prison and lead to many deaths and even more beatings and clashes. Constructed with the help of inmate labor, the first structure built was the North Wagon Gate, made with hand-cut sandstone quarried from a local site. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? West Virginia Penitentiary Coal Mine In 1921, a prison coal mine was opened about a mile away, which helped the facility with its energy needs and saved thousands of dollars each year. R.D. Red is said to still linger in his cell and even reach out and speak with guests. These men believed guards and inmates should never talk. Website: www.wvpentours.com. This burst merged into the aura of that space. Escape - 11-17-88 Twenty-five prisoners at the West Virginia Penitentiary, where three. By the early 1900s, the prison also included several shops in which the inmates worked, including carpentry, paint, and wagon shops, stone and brickyards, a blacksmith, a tailor, a shoe shop, a bakery, and a hospital. In 1921, a prison coal mine was opened about a mile away, which helped the facility with its energy needs and saved thousands of dollars each year. It was set aside and isolated from the majority of the guard stations. At that time, executions took place in a building called the Death House, where there were four holding cells on the first floor. Aside from deaths due to convictions and crimes, the inmates themselves were responsible for murders and suicides. He was murdered in his cell and some who venture to the penitentiary say they can still hear his raspy voice call out. The cemetery situated on the grounds followed suite with the prison eventually and deceased inmates would begin to make their way into the public cemeteries causing strong displeasure from locals. Described as always wearing a toboggan hat, Snyder was a straight shooter with the guards and other prisoners. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Many inmates played on a baseball team that competed against local teams in Moundsville and the Ohio Valley area. This area stacked cell upon cell stretching all the way to the ceiling but also allowed the inmates outdoor time and socializing occasions. If you didnt bother him, he didnt bother you, but if he wanted you dead, you better make your peaceand soon. - Canadian Prepper. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Grave Creek Mound, Moundsville, West Virginia by Carol Highsmith. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Search above to list available cemeteries. Many have reported feeling very uncomfortable there. The North Hall was where the prisons worst offenders were placed, not for the crimes they committed outside but for their violent behavior on the inside. West Virginia State Penitentiary encompasses all of the above, except happiness but then again some inmates were legally insane so who knows? These were typically the more dangerous criminals who had no morals and committed even more crimes behind bars than out in society. Come join us at the former West Virginia State Penitentiary on the anniversary of Red Snyder's murder! The penitentiary eventually enclosed six acres of property on a 10-acre piece of land with 24 foot walls. 818 Jefferson Avenue You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Red Snyders cell is said to be particularly haunted. Red Snyder's Cell - North Wall 1 st Floor. One prisoner, William "Red" Snyder, is believed to be one of the souls that remains. The North Hall, nicknamed the Alamo, was used to hold prisons in a tiny 5 x 7 cell sometimes up to 22 hours per day. The prison yard was an extremely large open area of 240,000 square feet and appeared to take the shape of a parallelogram with guard towers overlooking the entire area. Sorry! Listen and vote!</p> Questions Explored in this Episode <p>When and why was the . Many Ghost Hunters believe RD is down there. Verify and try again. By the 1950's, it was recorded that there were up to three prisoners housed in the 5' x 7' cells. However, these records only began in 1899. Were on the web@ www.coffeemurderandmystery.com Follow us on Facebook and subscribe to . In this way, many prisoners aid materially in supporting dependent families, and they are encouraged to do so.. Red died in the early morning hours of November 16, 1992 after choking to death on his own blood. West Virginia Penitentiary Cell, by Carol Highsmith. Nascent Iodine- Promotes detoxification, mental focus and thyroid health. The library grew to include over 5,000 books, and at one time, those who could not read were required to attend night school. In retaliation, he was stabbed several times with shives when he was in the bathroom. On Friday, January 5, 1968, Red planned on exacting his revenge on this boy. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/141690012/william-snyder. During this time, an inmate was often spied walking along a maintenance area where prisoners were not allowed. By the 1950s, it was recorded that there were up to three prisoners housed in the 5 x 7 cells. Prisoners would be put to work on the grounds of the facility and even released to the public under watchful eye to accomplish yard work and construction projects in the area. A criminal, Bud Peterson, was convicted of murder and was sent to the gallows in 1949 and ultimately was the last hanged inmate at West Virginia Penitentiary. This area is also known for Red Snyders restless spirit, who still resides in his cell. 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