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Poltergeist Lab Investigations

National Laboratory of Psychical Research, SW7, London Poltergeist Early 20th-century

At the National Laboratory of Psychical Research, now known as the College of Psychic Studies, a most intriguing case of paranormal activity took place back in 1928. Eight-year-old Douglas Drew was brought to the centre by Harry Price, a renowned paranormal investigator, who hoped to harness the boy's alleged poltergeist energy to shatter glass jars using an electrical current. The test unfortunately failed to produce the desired results, but it remains a fascinating example of the early 20th-century experiments into psychic phenomena.

This wasn't the first time the laboratory had played host to remarkable paranormal claims. A year prior to Drew's visit, Eleonore Zugun, a young girl with a history of exhibiting stigmata-like injuries and creating apports, was also tested on site. Her abilities were carefully documented by Price and his team, providing valuable insights into the mysterious and often inexplicable world of psychic phenomena. These investigations, though not always successful, contributed significantly to our understanding of the paranormal and its many complexities.

Historical Context

Early 20th-century paranormal research and experimentation

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Paranormal Research Laboratory
Activity Types
Visual Audio Movement
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Limited Access
Date / Era
February 1928 (Drew), 1926 (Zugun)
Postcode Area
SW7

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