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This week Butch and I tackle an article which appeared in the Providence Journal “Dig uncovers significant historical site in Narragansett” by Randal Edger that was published on 10-18-09. We take a look at this case between Churchill and Banks and the State of Rhode Island. Listen, give some feedback - and you be the Judge.

Both OHP and American Digger would love to have some comments on this show. It is a subject that affects us all, in one way or another.

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Folks today we head to the Spooky Side of History. We go in search of the Southern myth and legend of the “Bell Witch” with Author and Historian Pat Fitzhugh. This is one of the most documented haunts in American History, and for good reason. It will not only send some chills down your spine but is also a fantastic story. We invite you to read more about Pat Fitzhugh on our Authors Corner or go over and explore his site and learn more about this haunting on his site www.bellwitch.org. Pat has written some great books on the story of The Bell Witch plus a brand new one “Ghostly Cries from Dixie”, which is sure to be a hit. He tells us one of the stories at the beginning of the show and I throw in a small teaser story at the end. What a way to spend the night!

After listening to our show head over to www.spookysouthcoast.com where my good friends will be telling ghost stories from 10PM-Midnight and you can listen live. So, listen to the Story of the Bell Witch, go grab the candy and sit back and listen to more stories Tim Weisberg, Matt Moniz and Matt Costa while getting ready for bed.

Happy Halloween!

Our History Project

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Today Butch brings us some strange but true stories from the field. A hair-raising good time will be had by all, guaranteed.

A correction - we were talking in the show on the base minimum that OHP needs to operate I wrongly said $3000 and that would be correct with everything combined (software and equipment) doing the very least that we could do. The correct figure for hosting, websites bandwidth and storage is $1650 yearly just to maintain the space. As you can see this leaves no room for growth, projects or general operating expenses (lights, phone, rent etc.). As you can see we need your help to keep this project going. Any amount will be helpful and you can donate or sign up for a membership, supporter or sponsor on our website or just contact me craiganderson@ourhistoryproject.com .

Our Grant writing will start soon so if you have experience in this process and could either volunteer to write or to review Grants that we write, please let us know. In November we will be on the 50 State National Registry which is required by most Grants.

So, keep your eyes and ears open for us on historical or art related grants.

Monday

Our Relic Round Up Show #2 was a complete success again. Thanks to all that stopped by. There was some minor problems with skype on the call-in’s but we did have a good turn out. Topics included today in history, the History Channels show Death Mask, Halloween Ledgends and more.  Join us each Monday night at 10PM est. for the Live Show. Call in Number is 678-369-7943 or by skype: wesley.c.anderson.

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Our Relic Round Up Show #2 was a complete success again. Thanks to all that stopped by. There was some minor problems with skype on the call-in’s but we did have a good turn out. Topics included today in history, the History Channels show Death Mask, Halloween Ledgends and more.  Join us each Monday night at 10PM est. for the Live Show. Call in Number is 678-369-7943 or by skype: wesley.c.anderson.

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OHP Radio - Lets All Go To Gullah Gulla Island with Ron Daise

Sorry I could not resist the title and today we are joined by Ron Daise. A Gullah Historian to talk about the Gullah Language, Culture and Heritage. I really had a good time with Mr. Ron and I know you will to. We talk about a wide range of topics including the Slave Trade to Traditions to Wives Tales and so much more. We could not possibly cover all that we wanted in the one hour that we had, though we did try. For that reason I have provided you with some links to discover more.

Biography for Ron

N.P.S. site for the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor

Brookgreen Gardens

Wednesday Show

If you missed our Wednesday show of In the Dirt with American Digger the title was Finding the Cache. We explored the finds that made the day and in some cases the news. You can find the show on Our History Project website.

Monday

Don’t forget every Monday Night at 10PM est. you can now call in and talk to Me, Butch and Ian about hunting, history, preserving or anything you would like, its open topic. (678-369-7943) or Skype to wesley.c.anderson.

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Sorry I could not resist the title and today we are joined by Ron Daise. A Gullah Historian to talk about the Gullah Language, Culture and Heritage. I really had a good time with Mr. Ron and I know you will to. We talk about a wide range of topics including the Slave Trade to Traditions to Wives Tales and so much more. We could not possibly cover all that we wanted in the one hour that we had, though we did try. For that reason I have provided you with some links to discover more.

Biography for Ron

N.P.S. site for the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor

Brookgreen Gardens 

Don’t forget every Monday Night at 10PM est. you can now call in and talk to Me, Butch and Ian about hunting, history, preserving or anything you would like, its open topic. (678-369-7943) or Skype to wesley.c.anderson.

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It was reported recently that a number of Canon Shells were found in the Southeaster U.S.. Some reports say that it was 40 while others say it was over 70. Either way it had to be a great historical find. While reports are still sketchy at this point is is believed that some if not all shells are to be donated to a museum, which is great because now everyone will have a chance to share in our history.

OK, now for the show. In light of this find, Butch and I put together a show which highlights more caches, meaning more than one item of the same type. Bullets, buttons, coin and maybe some gold. Come join us for the fun.

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This was the first scheduled live braodcast and it was a sucess. Thanks to all those you called in and listened. OHP Relic Round Up is hosted by Craig Anderson (OHP), Butch Holcimbe (American Digger Magazine) and Ian Conway of (The Research and Recovery Show).

Join us each Monday night at 10PM est. for Relic Radio, we talk about it all. It is open mic so any question is fair game.

Call in Number is 678-369-7943 or skype to wesley.c.anderson

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Welcome to Our History Project

Today we explore the Men and the Medals. Acts of Heroism and Courage on the Battlefield. We talk to Butch with American Digger Magazine to see if any of these awards have been found and just because its October we throw in some Halloween Tales from the news.

Share our Show

We continue to grow but we still need your help.

Do you know of a history lover? Tell them about us. We need new people on our site and in our forums. The more we have the more funds we can raise to continue the show.

Do you know a History Teacher? Send them our link. We are working hard on a Curriculum to meet State and National Requirements to help you in the classroom.

Do you know of a Museum who would like to be featured? Send them to us. The great thing about this project is that we can cover the country and share your local flavor with the world. Tell us about it.

This is our history and we want you to share it with us. Tell us what’s going on, the topics you want to hear or the people you would like us to talk to.

Live Call In Show and Chat

Starting on Monday, October 19 at 10PM we will be hosting a live call in show. This is a new technology that was been provided by 1000Mikes and it will bring another element to Our History Project and we want you to be a part of it. From a landline you can call 678-369-7943 or anywhere in the world by Skype to wesly.c.anderson. We will also be in the chat room at The World Metal Detector Community Community its free and a lot of fun.

This is brand new for Butch and I so we will be flying by the seat of our pants. We’ll get through it and is guaranteed to be a lot of fun.

New Items In

A very big thank you goes out to Gary Williams and The Hanover Brass Foundry for donating a collection of Reproduction Civil War Belt Buckles. They are the beautiful and I will have them up on the website this week. Christmas is coming so get yours while they last. Best quality anywhere, and through us it is tax deductable too.

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