The H. H. Holmes story in Issue #51 depicts a real-life character from Chicago history. H. H. Holmes is as close to a ready-made backstory for a Haunt that I have ever seen. The variety of methods he used to kill people combined with the building that he designed specifically for his crimes is blueprint for a haunted house.

While researching the article, I came across several good sources of information. I have listed some of the resources below just in case you want to read more about this murderer. I would like to express my thanks to John Borowski and Rick Geary for giving me permission to re-produce their photos. (read more)