Buried Alive, Still Holding Hands

from Whispers of Boston: History Uncovered · host Amy Burtt

A quiet waterfront. A forgotten building. A sealed tunnel beneath it.When the Usher House was demolished in 1880, what workers discovered beneath Lewis Wharf stunned the city: two skeletons, side by side, still holding hands.In this episode, we uncover the chilling story behind one of Boston’s most haunting harbor legends.If you enjoy stories like this, you can find more on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@LovingHistory-ko7qb

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