10 Wild & Wacky Tales from Chillicothe and Ross County: Unearthing the Strangest Legends, Haunting Mysteries, and Untold Stories of Ohio's Hidden

10 Wild & Wacky Tales from Chillicothe and Ross County: Unearthing the Strangest Legends, Haunting Mysteries, and Untold Stories of Ohio's Hidden

Step into the shadows of Chillicothe and Ross County, where history, folklore, and mystery intertwine in ten unforgettable tales. In 10 Wild & Wacky Tales from Chillicothe and Ross County, retired corrections supervisor turned storyteller Mark H. Roe uncovers the strange, the eerie, and the downright bizarre side of Ohio’s first capital. With a mix of dark atmosphere and tongue‑in‑cheek humor, these stories breathe new life into the legends whispered in backrooms, passed down through families, and buried in old archives. Inside you’ll encounter: • 👻 The Phantom Legislator who refuses to leave the halls of power • ⚖️ The Vallandigham Affair, where politics turned deadly • 🏚️ The Asylum on the Hill, echoing with forgotten voices • 🐔 The Great Chillicothe Chicken War of 1923—yes, it really happened • 🚤 Ghostly flatboats and phantom conductors along Paint Creek • 🔥 The Majestic Theatre’s mysterious flames • 🥂 A bootlegger’s bride and the speakeasy beneath Paint Street • 🐍 The Serpent’s Secret, slithering through local lore • 🗝️ The Keeper of Paint Creek, guarding mysteries that refuse to fade Whether you’re a local history buff, a lover of ghost stories, or simply someone who enjoys the weird and wonderful, this collection will keep you turning the pages. Discover the uncanny side of Chillicothe—where the past lingers, legends live on, and the truth is often stranger than fiction.