07/12/2024
If you’re a fan of the paranormal, you’ve probably heard of the Sallie House—one of the most infamous haunted homes in Kansas. This seemingly ordinary house in Atchison became the stuff of nightmares in the 1990s when terrifying poltergeist activity brought it to national attention. The spirit responsible? A girl named Sallie—or so the legend goes.
Built between 1867 and 1871, the house was home to the Finney family for over a century. But it wasn’t until 1993, when Debra and Tony Pickman moved in, that things took a sinister turn. At first, it was small, almost innocent things—the family dog barking at empty corners, as if seeing something unseen. Then, the activity escalated: toys rearranging themselves, electronics flickering without cause, and the unmistakable sense that the Pickmans were not alone.
But Sallie wasn’t content with just spooking the family. Fires began breaking out, seemingly out of nowhere, and Tony became the target of increasingly violent attacks. Scratches and bruises would appear on his body—his arms, stomach, back—always after a chilling cold spot announced her presence. Tony couldn’t escape Sallie’s wrath, leaving the family terrified and confused.
The story goes that Sallie was a young girl who died in the house in the early 1900s, allegedly at the hands of her doctor. For decades before the Pickmans moved in, the home had been occupied by a single female resident. Some believe that Sallie focused her anger on Tony because he reminded her of the man she blamed for her death.
Have you ever heard of Sallie’s story—or experienced something similar? Would you dare to visit the Sallie House yourself and come face-to-face with her restless spirit? Share your thoughts and ghost stories below—we’d love to know who’s brave enough to take on one of the most haunted houses in America!
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