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Historic Home Reveals Tragic Family Secret
28 Sep
Summary
- Attic graffiti led to discovery of a homicide victim.
- House built in 1834, remained in family for generations.
- Other finds include animal skeletons and preserved food.
A century-old home, built in 1834 and passed down through generations, has become the site of surprising historical revelations. While renovating the property, Sommer Duran and her husband Antonio discovered numerous inscriptions, names, and drawings in the attic, left by previous family members.
One particular drawing alongside her great-great-aunt's name sparked Duran's curiosity. Further research through census and death records uncovered a tragic family history: the aunt was murdered just two months after her wedding. This discovery provided a chilling new context for the attic's markings.
The restoration project has also yielded a collection of unusual items. These include two complete animal skeletons, one found in an old lunchbox. Additionally, jars containing what appear to be preserved food items like tomatoes and raspberries have been found, alongside a bottle with spiders and a small bone discovered near an old well.
These finds are part of an ongoing effort to piece together the lives of those who previously inhabited the historic house. Duran continues to research old records and identify family members in photographs, with help from online followers and relatives, to fully understand the connections within her family's past.
